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Challenges Of The Industrial Revolution Era 1.0 To 5.0 : University Digital Library In Indoensia, Merlin Apriliyanti, Ilham M

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study explains the development of the world of libraries to establish a very close relationship with the world of information technology. For this reason, facilities and infrastructure are needed to facilitate data and information retrieval quickly and accurately. Facing the challenges of the Industrial Revolution 5.0 era by utilizing information technology, libraries must also adapt to the times. Because the library has an important role, among others, as a source of information and the development of knowledge. Used libraries are still conventional to be converted into digital libraries. In essence, this development represents the desire of library users for …

Student-Librarians Awareness And Utilization Of Scholarly Electronic Resources, Emmanuel Chidiadi Onwubiko

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The use of e-resources especially the scholarly type offers quality academic resources which contribute greatly to teaching, research and innovation This study therefore, investigated student-librarians’ level of awareness of the existence of electronic resources as well as the extent at which they utilize these resources. The study employed a descriptive survey design with a sampled population of 100 student-librarians derived from four universities in Southeast, Nigeria offering Library and Information Science while it was guided by four research questions formulated in line with the research objectives. The main instrument used to gather data for this study is a 4-point Likert …

Piano Literature Mus 447, Jim Kinnie

Collection Development Reports and Documents

No abstract provided.

Piano Pedagogy Mus 446, Jim Kinnie

Collection Development Reports and Documents

No abstract provided.

Knowledge Management Model For Library In Indonesia (Study Case : Sunan Ampel State Islamic University Of Surabaya), Ilham M.Said, Merlin Apriliyanti

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The knowledge management is playing an increasingly important role in organizations across various industries. Through knowledge management, an organization seeks to acquire or create potentially useful knowledge and make it available to its members so that it can be used at the right time and in the right place to have a positive impact on the organization's activities. The library of the State Islamic University of Sunan Ampel Surabaya has not optimally managed the existing knowledge. Knowledge management at the library of the State Islamic University of Sunan Ampel Surabaya is still limited to explicit knowledge such as textbooks, journals, …

Library Services Newsletter, March 2022, Lindenwood University

Library Services

Lindenwood University Library Services Newsletter

Communicating Science With Little (Or No) Budget: Design Rules And Tricks For The Non-Artist, Kiyomi D. Deards

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries: Presentations

This presentation is for the self-proclaimed non-artist scientist who wants to communicate science effectively but has little (or no) budget to hire professionals to create and edit images (artwork, tables, graphs), websites, presentation slides, and publications. For this scientist, learning basic easy-to-apply design rules and tricks can facilitate the preparation of scientific material. The speaker has experience designing formal and informal presentations, creating videos and podcasts, working with graphic designers, and designing websites. The speaker will provide tips and suggestions based on her own experiences, collaborations, and acting as a consultant for informal science communication projects. Moreover, strategies for using …

Himmelfarb Headlines - February/March 2022, George Washington University, Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library

Himmelfarb Headlines (2009 - present)

News, information, and resources relating to Himmelfarb Library that is of interest to patrons.

Toward Engaged Scholarship: Knowledge Inclusivity And Collaborative Collection Development Between Academic Libraries And Archives And Local Public Communities, Amanda Y. Makula, Laura S. Turner

Copley Library: Faculty Scholarship

In Open and Equitable Scholarly Communications, ACRL calls for more diverse and inclusive collection development (CD) by academic libraries and archives. Meanwhile, higher education is increasingly committing to community-engaged scholarship. This study investigated the extent to which academic libraries and archives are collecting, curating, and/or preserving knowledge produced by their local public communities. Researchers administered an electronic survey to relevant listservs and conducted follow-up interviews to develop a case study of one library’s efforts. Ninety of the initial 118 survey respondents (76%) indicated that their academic library intentionally collects, curates, and/or preserves materials created or owned by the local …

Uni Scholarworks Readership Snapshot, February 2022, Bepress

Library Documents & Reports (entire collection)

No abstract provided.

Volume 42, Number 1, March 2022 Olac Newsletter, Laura Kane Mcelfresh, Jan Mayo, Yoko Kudo, Jay Weitz, Lisa Romano

OLAC Newsletters

Digitized March 2022 issue of the OLAC Newsletter.

Roadside Zoo: A Term In Search Of Legal Definition?, Virginia C. Thomas

Library Scholarly Publications

This article uses the example of “roadside zoo” to highlight the importance of clear definition for terms used in a legal context.

Archives To Go: Creating A Virtual Primary Source Instruction Packet, Leigh Rupinski, Meghan Martinez

Scholarly Papers and Articles

This case study examines the process of creating a virtual primary source instruction packet using the Young Lords in Lincoln Park collection. The authors hoped to create a packet of scanned primary source materials from the collection that could be taken and used by any faculty instructor, at GVSU or beyond, without additional facilitation by archivists. The packet would complement instruction and enrich students’ experiences when archival visits were not possible for a variety of reasons. The authors scanned primary source documents and created a full lesson plan including primary source literacy learning objectives. The desired outcome was a packet …

Library Wayfinding And Esol Students: Communication Challenges And Empathy-Based Intervention, Nora Almeida, Junior R. Tidal

Publications and Research

This article describes a wayfinding study conducted in an urban, academic library to better understand the experiences of multilingual student populations. The study, which incorporated traditional user experience methods and video ethnography, exposed communication obstacles and spatial challenges encountered by students of English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) when attempting information retrieval tasks. After outlining the methodology and examining qualitative findings, the authors discuss how study findings prompted a reevaluation of local practices, service models, and staff training protocols. Finally, the authors explore the potential for qualitative, empathy-based wayfinding studies to transform library practices and spaces.

Usability Of E-Resources Among Library & Information Science Students In Patna, Bihar: A Study, Deepika Kumari, Satakshi Pandey, Ranjeet Kumar Choudhary Prof.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The research aims into library science students at Patna University in Bihar's understanding and use of electronic resources and many other relevant topics. In this investigation, the researcher adopted a descriptive strategy. The main objective of the paper is to get an understanding of the use of electronic resources by the library user. Overall, 90 questionnaires were distributed, whereas only 72 were filled and returned as a sample. To collect data from the users, a systematic questionnaire was constructed. The study aimed to determine the users' requirements and level of consciousness and use of electronic resources. According to data, many …

Assessment Of Information Literacy Skills Of Postgraduate Education Students In Nigeria, Vera Victor-Aigbodion

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Information literacy (IL) skills play a significant role in postgraduate students' academic development and research ability. Literature about postgraduate education students' information literacy is scarce, resulting in little knowledge about their level of information literacy skills. This study aimed to assess the information literacy skills of postgraduate education students at selected Nigerian public universities. A descriptive survey design was used for this study, which included 412 postgraduate education students from 3 Nigerian public universities. In the process of analyzing the data collected from the questionnaire, mean, standard deviation, and analysis of variance statistics were used. Students in postgraduate education demonstrated …

Ict Competence And Attitude Among Faculty Members Related Review Of Literature From The Period 2012-2021, M M. Bachalapur Dr., Manjunatha S

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has become a common place in all areas of life. It is a necessary part of today's world. It provides the opportunity to accelerate, enrich and expand your skills; motivates and engages learners in learning. In fact, culture and society must be adapted to the challenges of the age of knowledge. The spread of ICT has resulted in rapid technological, social, political and economic transformation, which has emerged in a network society organized around ICTs.

The 21st Century is the age of ICT. Throughout the world, there is a tendency to use ICT in …

The Access And Use Of Library And Internet As Information Source By Agricultural Academics And Extension Workers Within King Cetshwayo District Municipality Of Kwazulu-Natal Province, South Africa, Kayode Fatokun, Abdulsalam Abiodun Salman, Eyitayo Francis Adanlawo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Information plays a vital role in agricultural production, it is believed to be the foundation for improved agriculture. To improve agriculture, access and use of information is required. This study investigated the access to and use of library and internet by agricultural extension workers and academics as information source. Shannon and Weaver model theory was used to underpin the study. Purposive sampling was used to select three local municipalities within King Cetshwayo District of KwaZulu-Natal Province in South Africa. Quantitative technique was adopted with self-administered structured questionnaire. Convenience sampling technique was adopted to select 60 extension workers in three offices …

Ict Literacy Of Vocational High School Teachers Of Construction And Property Engineering Expertise Program, Anas Arfandi, Panennungi T., Onesimus Sampebua’, Hamidah Suryani, Nahriana -

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose of the research is 1) to elaborate the understanding of ICT for vocational school teachers in the Construction and Property Engineering expertise program. 2) to describe the ICT literacy of teacher's to use technology. 3) to explain the difference the teachers' ICT literacy based on their years of service. This research was conducted at the province of South Sulawesi. Data collected and anlyzed between March – June 2021. The sample used was 75 respondents. The result of the study explain the understanding of SMK teachers about ICT is quite good, most of them needs to be improved. The …

Online Masters In Data Science, Joanna Burkhardt

Library Impact Statements

No abstract provided.

Wistia Mirl Playlist Video Streaming Data: February 25, 2022, Mirl 2021

Medical Institutional Repositories in Libraries (MIRL)

Includes the data file produced during the assessment phase of the MIRL 2021 symposium. Data reflects Wistia MIRL Playlist Video Streaming data as of February 25, 2022.

Availability Of Information Resources And Students Satisfaction With The Use Of School Library In Ahoada East Local Government Area Of Rivers State., Chibueze Norbert Onwuekwe

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

ABSTRACT

This work studies the influence of availability of information resources on Students Satisfaction with the Use of School Library in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State. The population of the study comprises 3,760 senior secondary school students and sample of the study was 376 students which was selected randomly using stratified random sample techniques. Two research questions and two null hypotheses were formulated to guide this study, hypotheses was tested at 0.05 level of significance. Data was collected using the questionnaire. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. Data collected was analyzed using the mean, standard deviation, …

Strategies For Overcoming Challenges In Digital Preservation Of Electronic Theses And Dissertations In Public University Libraries In South-East Nigeria, Jerry E. Friday, Monica Eberechukwu Eze Mrs

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study examined the strategies for overcoming challenges in digital preservation of electronic theses and dissertations in public university libraries in South-East Nigeria. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The study population comprised 256 librarians, out of which only sixty-eight (68) digital or institutional repositories librarians were covered. A self-constructed questionnaire was used for data collection. The data collected were analyzed using mean and standard deviation. It was discovered that the major challenges encountered in preserving e-theses and dissertations in those libraries were lack of adequate funding, adequate ICT facilities, skilled staff, poor power supply, absence of staff development …

Utilization Of Instagram Social Media By National Libraries In Southeast Asia During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Yaya Ofia Mabruri, Sofia Nur Aisyah

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced various life orders to change, activities that are usually done manually have turned into digital-based ones. National Libraries in Southeast Asia have an important role in providing relevant and factual information to avoid inappropriate information. The existence of the pandemic has hampered access to libraries. This has encouraged the national library to maximize the use of social media, especially Instagram as a forum for promotion and service extensions so that the public still gets the information and knowledge they need. This study discusses the use of Instagram by the three National Libraries namely Indonesia, Malaysia, …

Access, Authentication And Preservation: Three Keys To Boosting The Integrity And Inclusivity Of Public Information, Leslie A. Street, Anne E. Burnett

Library Staff Publications

No abstract provided.

Marketing Of Library And Information Services In Two Medical Institutions In Lagos State, Nigeria, Helen Olubunmi Akinade, Adeyemi Adewale Akinola

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study assess the impact of marketing strategies in two medical institutions in Lagos State. It provides a direct test of applicability of marketing strategies that would enhance better services for the benefit of library patrons in a competitive and technologically driven environment. Data was collected from two libraries selected for this study. A total of 25 questionnaires were distributed to professionals in the two libraries. Returned questionnaires were analyzed with the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The result shows that majority of the respondents strongly agreed with the statement indicating positive attitude towards marketing, while very few respondents …

World Language Education Program, Joanna Burkhardt

Library Impact Statements

No abstract provided.

A Study On The Use Of Academic Social Networking Sites (Asnss) By Professional Librarians In Public Universities In Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, Nse E. Akwang Phd, Cln

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study takes a holistic look at the usefulness of academic social networking sites as the basis of which significant links could be established globally. The use of social media and networking sites is increasingly facilitating communication among people in all walks of life. Professional librarians normally use the sites to connect with each other faster and easier for research purposes, professional development, personal development, as well as entertainment or any other purpose. The popular academic networking sites include LinkedIn, ResearchGate, Quora, Google Scholar, ResearchID, Mendeley, and so on. This study examines the use of academic social networking sites by …

Introduction To The Courts And Criminal Procedure Ccj 285, Karen Morse

Library Impact Statements

No abstract provided.

Slis Connecting, Volume 10, Issue 2 Fall/Winter, Stacy Creel, Ph.D.

SLIS Connecting

SLIS Connecting -- the whole issue with all three Columns, one editorial, one professional article, and seven research articles.