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“Quietly Incomplete”: Academic Historians, Digital Archival Collections, And Historical Research In The Web Era, Donald Force, Bradley Wiles

Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies

Since the early 1990s, archives institutions largely have approached digital archival collections with an “if we build it, they will come” mentality. But the extent and motivations of use for traditional and emerging patron groups are constantly evolving, and the factors or conditions that characterize use vary wildly in the web environment. As part of a broader study investigating how academic historians utilize and interact with digital archival collections, this paper details the findings of a pilot project involving a citation analysis, survey, and semi-structured interviews with academic historians from a medium-sized Carnegie Research 1 university. This limited exploratory study …

Role Of Librarians And Libraries In The Realization Of The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: An Empirical Study, Emmanuel Chidiadi Onwubiko

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This is an empirical study that investigated the role of librarians and libraries in the realization of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). The study was guided by four research objectives that spurred the formulation of four research questions. To realize the objectives of the study, descriptive survey research design was applied with a sampled population of 28 derived from 28 registered libraries and obtained through total enumerative sampling technique. The major instrument used in collecting data is an open-ended structured questionnaire while data collected were analyzed using thematic analysis based on grounded theory. The outcome of the study …

Our Comeback Story: Impostor Syndrome In The Archival Profession, April K. Anderson-Zorn, Michael Andrew Davis, Danielle Nowak, Alison Stankrauff

Faculty and Staff Publications – Milner Library

In 2019, a group of archivists participated in two conference sessions focused on impostor syndrome in the archives field. Though no comprehensive study on impostor syndrome has been undertaken in the archives profession, the authors listened to numerous stories of the phenomenon among audience members. This perspectives article considers the presence and impact of impostor syndrome in the archives field. The authors define the phenomenon, review literature on its influences in the information science profession, include stories of archives professionals working with impostor syndrome, and offer suggestions for working through impostor syndrome.

Use Of Internet Of Things (Iot) Applications In Modern Library Activities And Services, Jignesh Makwana

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Change is the law of the world and it can take a step towards development, be it in person, institution, or in thing. If the library is known as an institution that serves the community i.e. the university of the people then the library also needs to change over time. The most important inventions of the present time are computers and computer technology, if we talk about this technology in the context of libraries, a new age of computing technology that many people refer to as the Internet of Things (IoT). The present study was conducted with the main objectives …

Research Trends In Evidence Based Library And Information Practice (Eblip) From 2011-2020: A Citation Analysis, Dillip Kumar Parida, Satyajit Nayak

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This journal contributes a citation network interpretation of papers from the Evidence-based Library and Information Practice, in the domain of library and information science. Our research incorporates all papers in the journal from 2011-2020. The paper analyses the most published authors, Average growth ratio of publications. Degree of collaboration, most collaborative counties. An analysis of 1660 citations were transported out applying the Scopus online analytics medium, Excel VOS viewer, evidence visualization and guidance software, was applied to implement a perceptible design of the citation networks. Conclusions designate that the infinite proclaimed critics inside EBLIP during the journal’s history is Wilson, …

Academic Commons Annual Report (2020-2021), Elizabeth D'Angel

Annual Reports & Administrative Documents

Contents

• Introduction
• Updates at the Jefferson Libraries & Library Statistics
• Special Collections
• Research Tools and Support
• Professional Writing and Communications
• AV, Graphics, Video Production, and Photography
• Educational Technologies and Instructional Design
• Staff Highlights

Carrying Accessibility Forward, Katie Quirin Manwiller

University Libraries Faculty Publications

Recording, presentation slides, script, and follow-up questions of the December 1, 2021, ACRL Distance and Online Learning Section Instruction Committee: Carrying Accessibility Forward with speaker, Katie Quirin Manwiller. This past year certainly cast a spotlight on the importance of accessibility in online teaching and learning. Accessibility, however, is more than best practice checklists, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), or legalities. In this forum, Katie Quirin Manwiller, Education Librarian and Assistant Professor at West Chester University, shares her knowledge of disability and accessibility, addressing what the future could hold for universal design for learning (UDL) and practical ways to implement UDL …

Volume 41, Number 4, December 2021 Olac Newsletter, Laura Kane Mcelfresh, Jan Mayo, Yoko Kudo, Jay Weitz, Lisa Romano, Richard N. Leigh

OLAC Newsletters

Digitized December 2021 issue of the OLAC Newsletter.

Ms 115 Guide To John P. Mcgovern, Md Papers (1901-2002), John P. Mcgovern (1921 - 2007)

Manuscript Finding Aids

The papers of John P. McGovern document his medical career, the creation of the McGovern Allergy Clinic, his editorial and writing leadership, and his founding assistance and support for the American Osler Society. Dr. McGovern was energetic in leading many medical associations, promoting humanism in medicine. See more at MS 115.

Evidence Based Medicine: The Role Of The Health Sciences Librarian, Nasra Gathoni

Libraries

Introduction: Evidence Based Medicine definitely challenges the traditional role of the Librarian thus advocating for the need to acquire necessary skills, so as to be in a position to support Evidence Based Medicine.

Objectives: To outline the steps in the Evidence Based Medicine process; to explore the role of the health sciences librarian in the Evidence Based Medicine process; and to explore the challenges and opportunities that health sciences Librarians encounter.

Methodology: The study was descriptive and qualitative summary of the data was provided. The study obtained data from the views and experiences of 20 medical librarians from various countries …

Internet Information Retrieval Experiences And Challenges Of Aga Khan University Library Users, Nasra Gathoni

Libraries

This study reports on internet information retrieval experiences and challenges of Aga Khan University library users. The unit of analysis was obtained through a purposive sampling method and data collected using a structured questionnaire. The data was quantitatively analyzed and descriptive statistics provided. 87% (52/60) of the members in the sample completed and returned the questionnaire. 83% indicated that they had prior computer skills and 52% had training in Internet searching. 35% of the respondents who did not use any of the search techniques indicated, was noted. Gender did not appear to affect use the retrieval of information vis-a-vis use …

An Investigation Of Open Government Data Utilization And Impact : Influential Factors And Stakeholders, Xiaoyi Yerden

Legacy Theses & Dissertations (2009 - 2024)

Since 2009, increasing numbers of countries have started their open data development. Through these efforts, they aim to improve government transparency, advocate innovation in public services and business, boost economic development and improve quality of life. In order to achieve these values of Open Government Data (OGD), just making the data open is not enough; OGD has to be actually used by people. Among previous research, there is a limited discussion on the actual utilization of OGD and the generation of OGD impact. Focused on OGD utilization and impact generation, this dissertation is designed 1) to identify research status, gaps …

Brown Bag Webinar At The Tmc Library, Beatriz Varman

TMC Library Newsletter (2015-)

The TMC Library is Offering the Following "Brown Bag" Webinar The TMC Library Search Box - Research Content at Your Fingertips. If you only have 30 minutes to spare, join us for this virtual webinar.

An Evaluation Of A School District’S Mental Health Services Program Designed To Ensure A Safe And Positive Learning Environment For All, Jasodra Suba

Dissertations

A key component to academic success is comprehensive mental health services for students. The intended purpose of this evaluation was to study the implementation of strength-based performance standards in one school district’s mental health training for all individuals preparing to work in a school-based environment. The context of my program evaluation was one large public school district in the United States operating in a state that mandates that each public school district implement a mental health services program. As part of this study, I examined the underlying concerns surrounding the large public school district’s implementation of evidence-based Mental Health Assistance …

Building Rapport Through Teacher And Learner Inquiry, Megan E. Welsh

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

An Investigation Of Anti-Black Racism Libguides At Arl Member Institutions, Gemmicka Piper, Mahasin Ameen, M. Sara Lowe

Communications in Information Literacy

This study sought to analyze anti-Black racism LibGuides created by ARL member institutions to determine strengths and weaknesses of the guides based on LibGuides best practices. Institutional and LibGuide author demographic information were also gathered to determine correlations or trends, if any. Rubric evaluation of LibGuides found that guides were strongest in areas related to guide design, materials included on the guides, and links to resources. Guides were weakest in areas related to the framing of social justice and pedagogy. Results from this study have the potential to inform the structure and revision of social justice LibGuides at a time …

Computing, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence In Ieee Xplore Library, Joanne Romano

TMC Library Newsletter (2015-)

If you work in the field of advanced computing, data visualization, computer analysis, 3D modeling or simulations, computational algorithms based on physics, artificial intelligence, robotics, or image processing, IEEE Xplore is the database to use.

Ledgers Of The W.T. Carter And Brother Lumber Company: An Archival Processing Project, Christopher Cameron Cotton

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The W.T. Carter and Brother Lumber Company began in 1898 and operated until 1968 when it was sold to the U.S. Plywood Corporation. The Polk County, Texas company harvested longleaf pine during a crucial period of development for the Texas economy. The lumber industry was the state’s first large scale commercial enterprise not dependent on farming and provided a model for future extractive industries in the state. The W.T. Carter and Brother Lumber Company town of Camden, Texas exemplifies rural implementations of the company town system in the Texas lumber industry. This public history thesis provides a brief history of …

The Nature Of Informal Educators In Science Centers, Science Museums And Zoos: Case Studies Of Personnel, Practices, Programs, Outreach And Organization, Courtney Erickson

Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Informal Science Centers provide educational experiences for people across the country daily. While the terminology is often similar, there are differences between institutions, often determined by mission, organizational structure, and experience. The purpose of this study was to identify shared experiences and unique characteristics of eight informal science centers around the country. The significance of the study was to add to the understanding of informal science educators' responsibilities, organizational structure, decision-making process, and development. Data for the study was collected using qualitative measures through a researcher-created interview, sent to fifteen institutions, after the recommendation from two well-known informal science researchers. …

Library Holiday Hours, Beatriz Varman

TMC Library Newsletter (2015-)

The library will be closed Friday, December 24 - Sunday, January 2 Regular hours resume January 3, 2022

Museums & Environmental Sustainability: Are They Doing Enough?, Alexandra M. Dwyer

Museum Studies Theses

As the world continues to be affected by the rapid rates of climate change, institutions from every sector are transitioning to become more sustainable by reducing or eliminating their harmful habits on the ecosystem. Whether by their own accord or external pressure from current legislative action to cut carbon emissions, institutions are shifting towards a sustainable future. For museums there are additional unique reasons to adopt sustainability into various aspects with their institution. The most influential reason is that museums have a responsibility as community leaders and change makers. However, looming questions remain: Are museums doing enough? Are these cultural …

Adventures In Gardening: Librarians Instructing At Universities, Joren Roth, Oliver Schulz

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Using The Cataloguing Code Of Ethics Principles For A Retrospective Project Analysis, Angela Yon, Eric Willey

Faculty and Staff Publications – Milner Library

This study uses the recently released Cataloguing Code of Ethics to evaluate a project which explored how to ethically, efficiently, and accurately add demographic terms for African American authors to catalog records. By reviewing the project through the lens of these principles the authors were able to examine how their practice was ethical in some ways but could have been improved in others. This helped them identify areas of potential improvement in their current and future research and practice and explore ethical difficulties in cataloging resources with records that are used globally, especially in a linked data environment.

Level Of Disaster Management Preparedness By Library Staff In Academic Libraries: The Experience Of Academic Libraries In South Eastern States, Nigeria, Pauline Iroeze, Pauline Chinasa Iroeze Dr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

Academic libraries in South-eastern Nigeria are still not prepared for disaster. This study sets out to assess the current status of preparedness in disaster management among academic libraries in the South east geopolitical zone of Nigeria. To obtain a base level of knowledge on disaster preparedness of current practices, a questionnaire was distributed to 380 librarians at 5 academic libraries, 356 responses were received and after sorting 337 were found to be usable. The study revolved around the current status of preparedness, on various issues including major threats that could possibly cause disaster, existence of disaster preparedness plan among …

The Impact Of Light Intensity On The Subjective Complaints Of Librarians And Users: An Investigation Of An Academic Library, Tri Niswati Utami, Retno Sayekti, Triana Santi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The objective of this study is to analyze the impact of light intensity on the subjective complaints of librarians and visitiors at an academic library. This research applied both quantitative and qualitative techniques on 696 visitors and librarians. The result suggests that the effects of light intensity include eyestrain, reading difficulty, dizziness, shoulder and back pains, as well as impaired concentration. Also, the frequency of reading and working impacted the subjective complaints. Furthermore, the intensity as well as the frequency of reading and working greatly influenced the subjective complaints. Based on the qualitative analysis, the development of light concepts and …

Beam Me Up: Teaching Rhetorical Methods For Source Use And Synthesis, Ashley Roach-Freiman

Communications in Information Literacy

BEAM is a schema for categorizing the rhetorical positions of authors according to the author’s intention or purpose of the information. The author critiques common methods of teaching source evaluation and proposes that instruction librarians teach BEAM to students who may struggle using a source once they have located it. A lesson plan is included as supplemental materials.

Status Of College Libraries In Tripura, Augustine Zimik, Priyanka Laskar

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Academic Libraries has always played a pivotal role in nurturing a resourceful human resource. The college library in particular introduces the importance of library in achieving decent grade in academic pursued. This paper is an attempt to understand the status of libraries and their services provided in college libraries of Tripura, India. Another major objective of the study is to investigate the status of college library professionals in the state of Tripura. For the study fourteen college libraries were considered for examination. A survey method was employed for the study. For primary data collection, questionnaires were distributed to concerned librarians. …

Supply Chain In Library: A Bibliometric Analysis, Ria Arifianti, Abdurrahman Rahim Thaha, Taharuddin Taharuddin

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The research objective of this paper is to identify and map supply chain research in a library. This study conducted a bibliometric analysis using the Scopus electronic database. The article search is done by filtering search results in the system and manual exploration to get relevant articles. The collected articles are processed with the VOSviewer application to obtain research mapping results. A total of 81 articles were obtained from 1999 to 2021, with an increasing trend in the number of articles each year. The United States and China are the most productive countries in this field. Three cluster topics were …

Bibliometric Analysis Of “Jurnal Lingkungan Dan Bencana Geologi" 2016-2020 Period, Dwi Ridho Aulianto, Cut Nanda Annisa, Muhammad Aulia Taufiqi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study aimed to find out more detail about the “Jurnal Lingkungan dan Bencana Geologi” which was published during 2016-2020. This was seen from the distribution of articles each year, author contributions, authorship patterns, number of pages, reference literature, and analysis of their citation. This study used bibliometric analysis as the method and the source was taken from the page http://jlbg.geologi.esdm.go.id/index.php/jlbg as data collection. The data was processed and analyzed using Ms. Excel and Publish or Perish (PoP) Application. The results of the study concluded that JLBG was published twice a year and published 75 articles during 2016-2020, those written …

Perspectives Of Knowledge Management Systems Implementation, De-Graft Johnson Dei

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The implementation of systems to manage the knowledge of organizations requires robust technical and non-technical support in other to be successful. Knowledge management systems integrate people, processes, and technology. These systems result in changes in the operations and processes in organizations. The study assessed knowledge management systems from the two main perspectives (technical and non-technical) by emphasizing the technologies that drive the creation, processing, sharing, and storage of knowledge. From the nontechnological perspective, the study focussed on the interaction of people, process and that promote KM. This paved the way for the discussion of the various perspectives or procedures for …