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Named But Not Known: Teaching And Assessing The Research-Writing Process, Ruth Boeder

Wayne State University Dissertations

In lived experience, the two processes of secondary research and writing overlap and intertwine interminably, creating an overarching complex system as research becomes expressed in writing and writing generates new research. This classroom study explores the two processes as one—the research-writing process—through coding of student journal responses and assessment of student research papers. Analysis reveals students to be thoughtful but not yet as nuanced in their descriptions of their research process as much be desired. They more frequently discuss writing with weaknesses in their research process than with research strengths. Further findings indicate that although it is difficult to assess …

Ready, Set, Get Published: Tips For Scholarly Writing Success, Annette M. Healy, Judith M. Arnold, Deborah H. Charbonneau

Library Scholarly Publications

Publishing scholarly articles and books has many benefits. For librarians, it can help establish a professional identity and contribute to professional growth. For the library community, it is an effective means for sharing ideas and experiences that contribute to improving library services and managing the challenges we encounter in our work environment.

This program features three presenters who will share their experiences participating in the scholarly publishing process. The first presenter will discuss how to locate publishing opportunities, develop an idea into an article, and select a journal. The second presenter will address the peer-review process and provide an insider’s …

Preparing For Publication: Strategies For Identifying Potential Library Journals, Deborah H. Charbonneau

Library Scholarly Publications

Research and publishing in library and information science (LIS) contributes to the profession. As such, publishing in LIS journals offers one avenue for library practitioners to share results and experiences that both enhances and contributes to our collective wisdom. In addition, getting published facilitates the sharing of new discoveries, leads to personal growth, and is an excellent way to establish a professional identity. However, identifying potential LIS journals for publication can be one challenge that librarians encounter. Therefore, the aim of this article is to provide practical suggestions for identifying potential journals for library practitioners to get their work published. …

Nurturing A Book Concept To Publishing Success: Lessons Learned From A First-Time Book Editor, Deborah H. Charbonneau

Library Scholarly Publications

Developing a book concept into a publishing success involves discipline, management, and creativity. Furthermore, understanding the scope of work involved in the book publishing process can be one challenge facing library practitioners who are contemplating taking on such a project. Therefore, the aim of this article is to demystify the process of publishing a book by offering practical advice from a first-time guest book editor that has collaborated with international contributors. In particular, lessons learned about identifying a potential topic for a book, writing a book proposal for the publisher, and negotiating the book contract will be highlighted. In addition, …