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The Discipline Of Information Literacy: Revitalizing The Conversation On Your Campus, Clarence Maybee, Karen Kaufman

Libraries Faculty and Staff Scholarship and Research

This presentation is an overview to viewing information literacy as a discipline. The presentation is comprised of a background of information literacy as a discipline, elements of a discipline, and the disciplinary elements of information literacy. It concludes with a brief overview of teaching IL using the disciplinary lens.

Modern Impressions: Getting To Know Your Library Website Users, Robin Naughton

Publications and Research

Academic library websites need to support a variety of users (student, faculty, staff, administrator, alumni, etc.) with intellectual pursuits related to research, teaching, and learning, in addition to being user-friendly, valuable and informative. Although the CUNY Queens College Library (QCL) website has been redesigned multiple times, there has not been a formal user research study of the website and its users to inform the redesign. Taking a user-centered approach, specifically the user-centered design (UCD) methodology, this study explores users of an urban academic library website in the United States through the use of triangulation, a mixed-methods approach that includes user …

Relationships Between Healthcare Technology Experience, Acceptance, Attitudes, Self-Efficacy And Readiness In Pre-Licensure Nursing Students, Emily Lynne Boyce

UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones

Introduction: Technology is embedded in many aspects of healthcare. This is especially true in nursing, where technology is used daily in charting, medication administration, clinical decision-making, healthcare team communication, and information resource utilization. In nursing programs, students are exposed to healthcare technologies and expected to use them once entering the workforce. Healthcare technologies such as electronic health records (EHR), barcode medication administration, medication dispensing machines, and mobile technologies are critical to adopt to leverage their efficiencies and safety mechanisms to provide the best patient care. Despite evidence indicating the benefits of using healthcare technologies, new graduate nurses enter the workforce …

Tmc Library Gale Databases, Joanne Romano

TMC Library Newsletter (2015-)

The TMC Library has a comprehensive collection of Gale databases provided by the TexShare consortium. The TexShare Databases are electronic resources licensed for the exclusive use of Texas libraries and their patrons.

Assessment Of Interpersonal Communication Skills For Provision Of Reference Services In Academic Libraries, Kogi State, Nigeria: A Study Of Tertiary Institutions In Kogi State, Nigeria, Agunsoye Florence Bosede

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study dwells on the assessment of interpersonal communication skills for the provision of reference services in academic libraries in Kogi State, Nigeria. The study covered eight tertiary institutions in the State. Five research questions in line with the objective of the study were formulated to guide the study. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The population of the study consists of all professional and para-professional librarians in tertiary Institutions in Kogi State. However, a simple random sampling technique was used in selecting fifteen (15) library personnel each from the eight (8) tertiary institutions in Kogi state to …

Analysing Information Seeking Behavior Of College Students In Changing Environment, Paramjeet Kaur Walia, Deepti Khatri

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This research paper investigated the information seeking behavior of college students surveying twelve colleges affiliated to the University of Delhi. Different variable sets were used to analyse the undergraduates’ reading habits, information needs, information search and information use behavior. Total 506 undergraduate students of different disciplines such as sciences, social sciences and humanities were selected as a sample applying multistage and stratified sampling techniques. The study applied SPSS, Version-25 for analysing the various aspects of the study. Results revealed that books were the most preferred source of information among 84.2 percent of the undergraduate students followed by newspapers (64.9 percent) …

Test Of Scientific Literacy Skills (Tosls) Indicates Limited Scientific Thinking Gains As A Result Of Science And Mathematics General Education, Pamela M. Propsom, William M. Tobin, Jacqueline R. Roberts

Interdisciplinary Faculty Scholarship

A number of instruments designed to measure scientific literacy exist, but none has been used to assess improvements in undergraduates’ scientific thinking over their college career. This study utilized the Test of Scientific Literacy Skills (TOSLS) in a longitudinal fashion to measure scientific thinking gains of over 800 students from matriculation to graduation at a small liberal arts college. We found the TOSLS to be a useful assessment instrument. Our results indicated rather small benefits of science general education overall, though there were larger improvements for some demographic groups (i.e., women, first-generation college students). STEM majors showed much greater development …

Dilema Pengalaman Informasi: Analisis Konseptual, Rusdan Kamil, Laksmi Laksmi

Jurnal Ilmu Informasi, Perpustakaan, dan Kearsipan

The information experience domain is a field of human information behavior research, concerned with one's engagement with sensory information using personal cognitive and affective experiences. The development of information technology and social media causes a flood of information which results in misinformation, disinformation, fake news, and hate speech in the public information space which increases personal distraction, this is also known as the phenomenon of information pathology. Another type of information pathology is the phenomenon of tensions in behavior and information practices presented as information experience dilemmas. This study aims to define, understand, and explain various forms of information experience …

Citation Analysis Of Serials In Postgraduate Theses And Dissertations Of Library And Information Science Of Public Universities In Southeast, Nigeria, Emmanuel Chidiadi Onwubiko

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study is a citation analysis of serials in postgraduate Theses and dissertations of library and information science of public universities in Southeast Nigeria submitted from 2013 to 2021. The study was guide by five research questions in line with the objectives of the study. The study employed a descriptive survey design with a sampled population of 296 derived through census method from four public universities offering library and information science. The principle instruments used in collecting data for this study were self-designed checklists. With the checklists, 12455 serials citations were analyzed using descriptive statistics of mode, mean and range …

Patient Experiences Through Head And Neck Cancer: Information Delivery Combatting Psychological Distress, Eleah Stringer Msc., Julian J. Lum Phd., Jonathan Livergant Dr., Andre Kushniruk Phd.

Patient Experience Journal

As part of a larger study investigating the utility of electronic decision support tools for patients with head and neck cancer (HNC), this article describes the patient experience of receiving cancer treatment in British Columbia, Canada. It aims to give voice to the patient experience and recommend a model of psychological adjustment for clinicians and clinical service management to consider to refine patient centric care pathways for HNC. Based in phenomenology, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 survivors of HNC, audio-video recorded, and thematically analyzed. Three themes were identified: (1) patients have high, though varying information needs; (2) an emotional …

Caveat Emptor: Scan Quality Of Elsevier’S Digital Backfile Pdf Collection, Gregory M. Nelson, Paul Kj Robbins, Dennis L. Eggett

Faculty Publications

Scans of journal articles originally published in print, otherwise known as digital journal backfiles, benefit library patrons by providing near instantaneous access to important older information and full-text searchability. Digital backfiles can serve as a reliable surrogate for their corresponding print journals which could be removed from the library, freeing up space for other patron services. Both benefits are realized when the scanned articles are of sufficient clarity to replace the print versions. Several studies have analyzed small and subject-narrow sections of Elsevier’s digital backfile. This article contains a scan-quality analysis from 1578 journals that contain nearly four million articles …

A Selective Review On Use Of Information Resources And Services In Academic Libraries, Prema Jayaraj, Kannappanavar B. U Dr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

More than seventy online studies were reviewed to identify awareness, usage, satisfaction, and challenges of using information resources and services in academic libraries by users. The main objective of this study is to review the literature on information resources and services regarding awareness, usage, impact, challenges, satisfaction levels of users of various academic libraries. The study includes research papers published in national and international journals and other sources available on the internet. A review of various studies revealed that users use library resources and services for various purposes. Studies reveal that most users are satisfied with print resources, but they …

Altmetrics Study On Research Outputs In Fields Of Social Sciences In Top Iranian Universities, Amir Ghasemian, Amir Reza Asnafi, Amin Erfanmanesh

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Purpose: The purpose of the present work was Altmetrics study of research outputs in the field of social and behavioral sciences in major Iranian universities during 2010-2020.

Methodology: The research outputs of the thematic domains of social and behavior of sciences major Iranian universities indexed in the Scopus database were reviewed. This applied research was conducted with a Altmetrics approach. Scopus and Altmetrics Explorer databases were used to collect data. Data analysis was performed using descriptive and inferential statistical tests in Excel software.

Findings: Current study revealed Shahid Beheshti, Tehran, Tarbiat Modares, Tabriz, and Shiraz universities, in the field of …

Library As A Promoter Of Reading Habits Among Students In Nigeria, John Gibson Ogonu Dr, Comfort N. Owate Dr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The focus of this paper is to examine the roles of library in promoting Reading Habits among students. The paper saw the library as a social service oriented institution aimed at encouraging students to cultivate reading habits. It looked at library as learning environments that provide space, access to resources, activities and services to encourage and support students, teachers, and community learning. The paper also explained the concept of reading and that reading provides the information needed to expand our understanding of thing. The paper defined reading habits as a passion and zeal for reading and outlined its importance to …

Information Scoping Skills And The Research Output Of Academic Librarians In Universities In South-South Geopolitical Zone Of Nigeria, Godson Ehimiyein Ilevbare Phd, Uduak Ubong Enang Phd, Mercy Etukudo Ukpanah Phd

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated the relationship between information scoping skills and the research output of academic librarians in universities in South-South Geopolitical Zone of Nigeria with corresponding specific objective, research question, and research hypothesis. To effectively drive the study two theories were adopted. The theory of social cultural learning for the independent variable (information scoping skill), and the theory of self-efficacy for the dependent variable (research output of academic librarians). More so, conceptual review of literature on information scoping skills and research out were carried, and specific empirical review of literature with extrinsic similarity and dissimilarity to the study was also …

Re: Beyond Fake News, Nate Floyd, Jaclyn Spraetz

Journal of Media Literacy Education

A student success librarian with a Ph.D. in mass communication and an information literacy librarian with an M.A. in secondary English education describe their efforts to innovate in the field of news literacy by incorporating the media effects research tradition. By highlighting the emotional, behavioral, and cognitive elements of information processing, the authors hope to show students how professional norms, institutional and market pressures shape the news while their own predispositions influence how they interpret the news they consume. The authors emphasize agenda-setting and framing, two fundamental media effects paradigms, and report on their effort to develop news literacy classes …

The Promise Of Media Literacy Education When “Everything Is At Stake” And “Everything Is Expected”, Monica Bulger, Gina Baleria, Renee Hobbs, Kimberly R. Moffitt

Journal of Media Literacy Education

In the midst of a tumultuous time in American and global history, the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication Annual Conference 2021 hosted a panel to explore the promise and limits of media literacy. Panelists discussed the vital role of media literacy education in responding to challenges to democracy, social justice, and public health. With “everything at stake,” the panelists moved through responses to current crises while grounding in a historical context and offering recommendations for the future. Curated transcripts share a pivotal moment when much was expected of media literacy and media literacy experts explored promise and …

Critical Online Information Evaluation (Coie): A Comprehensive Model For Curriculum And Assessment Design, Lauren Weisberg, Xiaoman Wang, Christine Wusylko, Angela Kohnen

Journal of Media Literacy Education

The recent evolution of technology and the Internet has transformed how individuals find and share information. Research shows that citizens of all ages and backgrounds struggle with critical online information evaluation (COIE), which could result in serious societal consequences. Although it is crucial to develop student proficiency within this key information literacy construct beginning in middle school, there is currently no interdisciplinary framework for designing COIE instruction or assessments. To address this gap, we have developed a comprehensive COIE model for curriculum developers, assessment creators, and practitioners to implement at the secondary and post-secondary level. In this paper, we provide …

A Comparative Study Of The Determinants Of Job Satisfaction Among Male And Female Para-Professional Librarians In The Academic Libraries In Gombe State., Abdullahi Abdulrahman

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated the determinants of job satisfaction among male & female para-professional librarians in academic libraries in Gombe State. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population of the study consist all the 187 paraprofessionals in the five academic libraries in Gombe State. The entire population was used without sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire. This instrument was validated by three experts. The reliability of the instrument was determined using Cronbach Alpha which yielded an overall co-efficient value of 0.79. Mean score and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions. The null …

Louisiana Academic Library Workers And Workplace Bullying, Catherine Baird, Andrea Hebert, Justin Savage

University Libraries Scholarship and Creative Works

Workplace bullying is a problem in many work environments and can take different forms, including spreading gossip, criticism of work, unreasonable workloads, and being excluded. It can cause physical, psychological, and emotional stress, manifesting as depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, exhaustion, feelings of rage/despair, and in some cases, post-traumatic stress disorder or suicide. Little is known, however, about the prevalence of bullying amongst library workers in academic libraries. This comprehensive state-wide study provides a replicable model to explore workplace bullying in a systematic manner amongst all academic library workers, not just librarians.

Montana, Challenged Books And Responses, Kellian Clink

Library Services Publications

Why are books being challenged in Montana? How are library's responding? What are the outcomes? What's the future hold? Kellian Clink will share results from a November 2022 survey that queried Montana Librarians about kinds of challenges & responses,

Smart E-Library Management System Based On User Behaviour In Ibrahim Babangida Library, Modibbo Adama University Yola, Nigeria, Moses T. K. Mr., Dauda Joshua Dr., Blamah N. V. Dr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study is designed to explore user behaviour and overall user’s usage behaviour based on use of electronic information resources. The purpose of the study is to evaluate and develop user friendly smart e-library management system and to ascertain the extent to which users will increase their use of smart e-library management system based on usage of e-resources by user per time. Rapid Application Development methodology and Matomo data analytics was used to present results in graphical charts and curves. The results obtained as overall users’ behaviour analytic shows that the whole registered users behaviour accessed the e-resources and used …

Library Notes & Quotes, V1i2, Ctr Library Faculty & Staff

Library Notes and Quotes

Contents:

• Poetry Month
• Study Rooms - History Dept
• Digital Repository
• Book review: The Light the Dead See
• From the Stacks: Nebraska poets
• Renovation
• Library roof damage anniversary

Connecting Beliefs, Mindsets, Anxiety, And Self-Efficacy In Computer Science Learning: An Instrument For Capturing Secondary School Students’ Self-Beliefs, Luis Morales-Navarro, Michael T. Giang, Deborah A. Fields, Yasmin B. Kafai

Instructional Technology and Learning Sciences Faculty Publications

Background and Context

Few instruments exist to measure students’ CS engagement and learning especially in areas where coding happens with creative, project-based learning and in regard to students’ self-beliefs about computing.

Objective

We introduce the CS Interests and Beliefs Inventory (CSIBI), an instrument designed for novice secondary students to learn by designing projects (particularly with physical computing).. The inventory contains subscales on beliefs on problem solving competency, fascination in design, value of CS, creative expression, and beliefs about context-specific CS abilities alongside programming mindsets and outcomes. We explain the creation of the instrument and attend to the role of mindsets …

Teaching Methods And Library Resources Utilization As Determinant Of Academic Performance Of Students Of Harry Pass Polytechnic, Gboko Local Government Area Of Benue State, Tor-Akwer Helen Famaren, Comfort Member Tyopev

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper surveyed teaching methods and utilization of library information resources among students Harry Pass Polytechnic in Gboko local Government area of Benue State. The study employed descriptive survey research design. The research used simple random sampling technique to select one fifty-four (54) respondents out of the total population of one hundred and fifty-four (154) respondents in which data was retrieved from 75% of the sampled respondents. Nine (9) research questions guided the study. Questionnaire was used to collect data. Data collected from the respondents was subjected to the use of frequency counts and arithmetic mean. The study revealed that …

Lanthorn, Vol. 57, No. 28, April 10, 2023, Grand Valley State University

Volume 57, August 1, 2022 - April 10, 2023

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

Extent Of Involvement Of Planning And Coordination Practices For Conflict Management In College Of Education Libraries In South-East And South-South Nigeria, Chioma G. Azubuike, Patrick Osaze Ijiekhuamhen

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated the extent of involvement of planning and coordination practices for conflict management in college of education libraries in south-east and south-south Nigeria. Descriptive survey design was employed in the study while two research questions were answered. The population and sample of 528 members of colleges of education library staff in South East and South-South, Nigeria was used for the study using a non-randomized purposive sampling method. A structured questionnaire titled Planning and Coordination Practices for Conflict Management in Libraries Questionnaire (PCPCMLQ) was used for the study. The instrument was face and content validated through consultation with three …

Open Science Etds And Institutional Repositories: Making Research Data Fairer, Andrew Mckenna-Foster, Maria Cotera, Mark Hahnel

The Journal of Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Graduate students, as potential future full-time researchers, are a population that should show proficiency in data sharing. Though there are many resources that teach data sharing best practices for students, it is difficult to tell how well students do when sharing their data. We compared the FAIRness of non-traditional research output metadata associated with theses and dissertations for records shared in a generalist repository by individual students, and records shared through an institutional repository using the same repository platform. Those shared in an institutional repository were significantly FAIRer, as measured by metadata richness and interoperability, and had higher views per …

Social Media Use: A Catalyst For Service Delivery In Academic Libraries In South-South Nigeria, Ben Asuquo, Isah Mohammed Aliu Dr., Glory Mbah Mrs.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study examined social media use: a catalyst for service delivery in academic libraries in south-south Nigeria. Four objectives and research questions guided the study. Descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The population of the study (197) comprises of 82 library staff in University of Benin (UNIBEN), Edo State, 90 in University of Uyo (UNIUYO), Akwa Ibom State and 25 in Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Akwa Ibom State all in South-South Nigeria. No sample was used for the study due to the manageable size of the population. A structured questionnaire titled: “Social Media Use for Service Delivery …

Availability And Utilization Enhancement Of Library Services By Social Science Researchers In Federal Universities In South-South Nigeria, Gabrielle Obaro

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated the factors that will lead to the enhancement of the availability and utilization of library information services among Social Science researchers in the Federal university libraries in south-south Nigeria. Two research questions were formulated to guide the study which employed descriptive research design. The study population comprised five hundred and fourty-six researchers of lecturers and postgraduate students. Census method was used to include the entire population considered manageable. Three experts validated the Instrument which was found reliable with an overall average reliability co-efficient of 0.88. Four Federal Universities in South-South Nigeria were studied namely the Universities of …