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Growing New Librarians Through Meaningful Internships, Nicole Lewis

Faculty Publications

Internships have the potential to be incredible learning experiences for students, but without thoughtful preparation, they may be nothing more than short-term jobs. Using a metadata internship as a case study, this presentation will discuss how using effective teaching and course design principles could create more thoughtful and meaningful internship experiences, specifically how crafting an internship objective and learning outcomes can help with creating content and learning activities that prepare interns for their hands-on projects. The result is an internship that combines theory and practice into a meaningful experience for the student and delivers needed work for the library.

Lanthorn, Vol. 58, No. 14, March 11, 2024, Grand Valley State University

Volume 58, August 7, 2023 - April 15, 2024

Lanthorn is Grand Valley State's student newspaper, published from 1968 to the present.

Judicial Libraries As Predictors For Effective Administration Of Justice In Nigeria, Emmanuel Owushi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study examined judicial libraries as predictors for effective administration of justice in Nigeria. The population involved all legal practitioners and legal educators in Nigeria. 4000 respondents were sampled. Due to unavailability of the population at the time of the study, the adopted convenience sampling technique to sample 4000 respondents across legal professional bodies in Nigeria. A structured questionnaire titled ‘Use of Judicial Library and Administration of Justice Scale’ was used for data collection. The questionnaire was structured with the 4-point Likert scale response style, designed on Google form and distributed to the respondents via various social media platforms. A …

Empowering The Future Of Learning: Integrating Fourth Industrial Revolution (4ir) Technology In Enugu State Secondary School Libraries To Enhance Literacy Level Among Students, Cyriacus Sochinwekene Aneke

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study examined the integration of Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technology in Enugu State secondary school libraries to enhance literacy level among students. The research design adopted for this study was Descriptive Survey Design. The population of the study is derived from ten (10) schools from each of the six (6) education zones in Enugu State. The intended population was 1, 044, 890 students and 60 school/teacher librarians, but Taro Yamane's formula resulted in 399 students and 52 school/teacher librarians. Structured questionnaire was used for data collection, and the collected data were analyzed using frequency, mean and standard deviation. The …

University Libraries Impact Report 2023, Leslie Haynsworth, Kristine Hontz

University Libraries Policies and Reports

A report on notable activities in University of South Carolina Libraries in 2023.

Leveraging Generative Ai And Chatgpt To Reference Services In Academic Libraries, Kay Coates, Lili Li

University Libraries: Faculty Presentations

No abstract provided.

Digital Humanities Development And Innovations That Enhance Information Markets In Academic Institutions, Elisha Ondieki Makori, Hellen Gesare Omangi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose was to investigate digital humanities development and innovations that enhance information markets while expanding strategic and competitive value in academic institutions in Kenya. Objectives included examining the extent to which digital humanities and applications enhance information markets in academic institutions; exploring digital humanities and innovations that support research and learning in academic institutions; establishing emerging digital technologies and innovations that promote information management in academic institutions; and determining strategies to improve digital scholarship for information markets in academic institutions. The research applied qualitative information from information professional experts that was collected through the interview schedule. Modern transition to …

Ai Tools For Literature Reviews, Jing Lu, Zoeanna A. Mayhook

Libraries Faculty and Staff Presentations

With the proliferation of AI tools, graduate students often ask themselves how these tools can be ethically used to bolster their research. ChatGPT has gained traction, but its utility is constrained by issues like outdated information, artificial hallucinations, and limited access to scholarly publications hidden behind a paywall. Fortunately, new AI tools have been developed that promote academic exploration and discovery, such as offering generative article summaries, citation chaining, and thematic literature mapping capabilities. This workshop will explore three AI tools—Perplexity, Research Rabbit, and Inciteful—designed to support the research and literature review process. This session will provide a demonstration showcasing …

Hidden Opportunity: The Advantages Of Synchronizing Multiple Knowledge Bases, Emily Gross, Soley Somma, Jon Crossno

University Libraries Faculty & Staff Presentations

There are many advantages to synchronizing your knowledge bases that benefit your library. However, with reduced staff, the rapid changes across e-Resources, and working with multiple vendors, synching knowledge bases can seem daunting. Panelists will share why and how they chose to synchronize knowledge bases to support their library's strategy.

Shoot For The Stars: Identity, Communication, And Negotiation, Amy Pham, Jill Grogg

Copley Library: Faculty Scholarship

Negotiation is a key component of e-resources, affecting the outcomes of current and emerging content models. Yet, we rarely consider how identity influences advocacy and communication. By exploring the impact of gender and racial identity, we can address major blocks to negotiation, identify effective strategies, and 'shoot for the stars'.

Assessing The Integration Of Information And Communication Technology (Ict) In Library Service Delivery At The Ashanti Regional Library, Akosua Boatemaa Adarkwa, Adwoa Pokua - Ababio, Chrisbel Adusei

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study assesses the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in library service delivery at the Ashanti Regional Library. Specifically, it sought to assess the available ICT infrastructure in the library, evaluate the extent of adoption of ICT tools by the library, examine the ICT skill level of staff and users, identify challenges in the usage of ICT infrastructure, and propose measures for improving ICT in the library. A survey research design was employed to gather responses from 66 library users/patrons and 25 library staff through the use of questionnaires. Findings indicate a moderate level of ICT adoption indicating …

Streamlining Training & Professional Development For Student Workers, Hannah Engel

Foley Library Scholarship

Student employees in academic libraries are capable of extraordinary things, but their work is often limited to basic circulation tasks. This presentation addresses how libraries can sustainably provide training experiences to student employees, or other employees new to the workforce, preparing them for more complex tasks. Increasing new employee capabilities frees up staff time for other projects, while providing employees with valuable professional development opportunities. The presenter will speak from her experience of teaching college classes and supervising over 30 student employees at a university library. While this presentation will focus on the specific context of academic libraries, it will …

Introduction To The Special Issue: Responsible Ai In Libraries And Archives, Sara Mannheimer, Doralyn Rossmann, Jason Clark, Yasmeen Shorish, Natalie Bond, Hannah Scates Kettler, Bonnie Sheehey, Scott W.H. Young

Mansfield Library Faculty Publications

Librarians and archivists are often early adopters and experimenters with new technologies. Our field is also interested in critically engaging with technology, and we are well-positioned to be leaders in the slow and careful consideration of new technologies. Therefore, as librarians and archivists have begun using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance library services, we also aim to interrogate the ethical issues that arise while using AI to enhance collection description and discovery and streamline reference services and teaching. The IMLS-funded Responsible AI in Libraries and Archives project aims to create resources that will help practitioners make ethical decisions when implementing …

Interactive Elements To Boost Motivation In A Self-Paced Online Course, Emily D. Blake

Department of Learning, Technology and Leadership Education - Graduate Student Scholarship

This applied research project aims to deliver specific recommendations for JMU Libraries to consider implementing in its self-paced online onboarding program to increase completion rates, satisfaction, and the perceived relevance of its training for new employees. This qualitative research design uses an interpretive/inductive approach and informant sampling strategy—interviews with five instructional designers—to collect, analyze, and create practicable suggestions for interactive, non-graded activities that can be added to increase the adult learners’ motivation to engage with the content. The themes that emerged in these interviews pointed to three types of activities: reflection, discussion, and authentic tasks. These activities are well supported …

Learning Across Libraries: How Singapore’S ‘A Day In The Life’ Programme Enhances Professional Development For Academic Librarians, Eng Ling Lynn Yeo

Research Collection Library

(13 Mar 2024) In late last year, Yeo Eng Ling Lynn, Librarian from Singapore Management University (SMU) Libraries took part in the “A Day in the Life” programme, serving as both a participant, and host coordinator for SMU Libraries. This experience proved to be enlightening, providing the opportunity to forge connections with like-minded professionals from other libraries.

Final Report: 2020-2023 Inclusion Action Plan Musselman Library, Musselman Library

All Musselman Library Staff Works

This report documents Musselman Library's accomplishments and progress made on the 2020 Inclusion Action Plan (IAP).

March 2024 Library & Learning Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library & Learning Dean’S Office Communications Team

Library & Learning Newsletters

PDF version of the March 2024 (Volume 2, Issue 8) Library & Learning Newsletter.

March 2024 Table Of Contents Newsletter - Depauw Scholarship / Orcid, Victoria Peters

Table of Contents Newsletter

The DePauw Libraries is committed to providing open access education and publishing support to our students, faculty, and staff to promote our campus scholarly and creative output.

Our institutional repository service is growing in content and page hits, displaying the widening global outreach of DePauw authors. The repository integrates with ORCID, a free service for you to register for your own unique, persistent identifier, known as an ORCID iD. An ORCID iD can:

• Sign in to various systems (journal article submission, grant application, research information systems, etc.)
• Transfer your information to employers, funders, and publishers via ORCID
• Use the “printable …

Milner Library Technical Services Department 2023 Annual Report, Milner Library

Reports and White Papers - Milner Library

Annual Report for the Technical Services Department of Milner Library, Illinois State University, for calendar year 2023.

Usaid Response To Ostp Memo, 2022: Public Access Plan (March 2024)

Copyright, Fair Use, Scholarly Communication, etc.

USAID response to OSTP memo, 2022: Public Access Plan (March 2024)

Oer For Libraries And Textbook Affordability Partners, Lily Dubach, Sarah Norris

Open Ed Live

Join us for an interactive workshop that explores the synergies between libraries and Open Educational Resources (OER). This session will highlight libraries’ role in OER; explore how textbook affordability partners and libraries can exchange ideas, strategies, and best practices; provide a five-fold approach to open education in libraries; and include an active discussion about new technologies to streamline OER adoption, adaptation, authorship.

Pathways For Collaboration: Building Relationships, Building Collections, Amy Pham, Jennifer Bidwell

Copley Library: Faculty Scholarship

As part of a pilot approach to proactive collection development, the University of San Diego Library conducted a benchmarking study of library databases to identify gaps in the library’s support of the USD Knauss School of Business (KSB)’s curriculum and programs. Co-located in the business school, the new embedded librarian for KSB presented a unique opportunity to evaluate and enhance business collections and to seek buy-in from leadership and direct feedback about faculty needs. The study opened surprising pathways for collaboration and relationship-building between library departments, business faculty, campus leadership, and new vendors. This presentation will cover the background and …

Connecting Local Archive Data To Wikidata: Focusing On The Archives Of National Debt Redemption Movement, Jaehyuk Yun, Sam G. Oh

Journal of East Asian Libraries

This study aims to enhance accessibility and data utilization of digital cultural heritage preserved by the National Debt Redemption Movement (NDRM) digital archive. The NDRM archive wants to promote the historical value of cultural heritage, but it struggles with data openness, a common problem for small local archives. In order to overcome this limitation, the research proposes using Wikidata and its SPARQL-based query service. This includes analyzing NDRM materials, the current state of the archive, and metadata elements, and then mapping these to Wikidata properties. Research shows that integrating archival data into Wikidata has the advantages of data expansion, quality …

Health Sciences Library Newsletter January-February 2024, Jesssica A. Koos, Sbu Health Sciences Library

Health Sciences Library Newsletters

This is the inaugural issue of the Stony Brook University Health Sciences Library newsletter. It is a bimonthly publication.

Understanding, Incentivizing, And Supporting Openness In Music Librarianship, Stephanie Bonjack, Michael Duffy, Rachel E. Scott

Faculty and Staff Publications – Milner Library

Open Access (OA) and Open Educational Resources (OER) present great opportunities to music librarians and the communities they serve. There are nonetheless considerable challenges in understanding the models associated with both and determining how best to approach them at one’s library. This presentation offers an overview of OA and OER landscapes, outlining prominent models and key players, and also provides case studies of an institutional OER incentive program, a collaboration with an institutional Office of Research to support OA, and a comparison of OER and traditional/fee-based textbooks in music theory. By offering an overview and examples of OA and OER …

The Role Of Libraries In Bridging Gender Inequality In Nigeria: A Critical Review, Udemezue Joseph Ogugua, Julius Okeke Ofordile, Amarachi E. Agubosim, Nnaemeka Uchenna Ezeonyi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper discusses the role of libraries in bridging gender inequality in Nigeria. Gender inequality is discrimination on the basis of sex or gender where one sex or gender is placed in a more advantageous position than the other. Gender inequality is one issue that has been on the front burner but efforts to tackle it are not yielding the desired results. In the light of this, the idea of libraries wading into the matter seems a better option. The paper discusses the factors responsible for gender inequality in Nigeria as follows: socio-cultural factors, socio-economic factors, socio-religious factors, socio-political factors, …

Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Classification Of Library Resources: The Case Of Claude Ai, Sugabsen Martins

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

One of the emerging trends in the field of Information Technology and Computing is the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and in the recent past, its application in libraries is up for discuss. Many researchers have been thrilled by the prospects AI present so much such that they dwell on its pros and not considering the cons. Many papers have been presented on the application of AI in reference services, and security. This study is an attempt to discover how Claude AI responds to cataloguing and classification tasks. The objectives of the study was to determine the ability of Claude AI in …

Follow The Leader: Empowering Graduate Book Club Leaders Within Edi Conversations, Amy Dye-Reeves

Transforming Libraries for Graduate Students

The poster will focus on multiple case studies from 2020 to 2023, ranging in interdisciplinary topics to highlight all lesser-known historical and contemporary women of color and ethnicity at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. Each term, faculty members select graduate students within the Education Psychology and Leadership program. The elected four members were part of the graduate reader advisory book group. The group helped establish speakers, created discussion questions for the larger and break-out Zoom rooms, co-planned the weekly agenda for the monthly program, and helped connect with local and global partnerships. Each graduate facilitator gained experience in all …

Lanthorn, Vol. 58, No. 13, February 26, 2024, Grand Valley State University

Volume 58, August 7, 2023 - April 15, 2024

Lanthorn is Grand Valley State's student newspaper, published from 1968 to the present.

Investigating The Integration Of Icts In Library And Information Science (Lis) Curriculum In Zimbabwe, Tinashe Mugwisi, Tinashe Mugwisi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have greatly influenced access, management and dissemination of information. ICTs have become central to education and training in Library and Information Science/Service (LIS) because of the great influence of these technologies on the professional world. Information professionals are increasingly required to adapt their skills and practice in order to gain an awareness of technological advances. It has changed their role in the workplace with new and diverse skills requirements. The purpose of this study was to examine how Library and Information Science (LIS) schools are integrating ICTs in their curriculum. The study was largely qualitative …