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Participatory Librarianship: Academic Librarians Role In The Changing Campus Internationalization Environment, Jane Wu, Lois F. Szudy

Otterbein China Librarians Exchange Program Documentations and Publications

Globalization has influenced educational philosophy and classroom practices around the world. The international collaboration between libraries promotes improvements that bring global perspectives into service design and development and serves as a catalyst for achieving our universities’ initiatives for internationalization. Using the results from surveys conducted within academic libraries in the U.S., the session explores how to successfully initiate and maintain cooperative international programs and how libraries can proactively serve an institutional leadership role in contributing to their campus globalization efforts.

Librarian In Shanghai, Jessica Crossfield Mcintosh

Otterbein China Librarians Exchange Program Documentations and Publications

This presentation was presented by Jessica Crossfield McIntosh about her exchange experience at the Shanghai Jiao Tong University Library during the Librarian Exchange in China from May 16 to June 12, 2013.

Globalization And Libraries, What Are Academic Librarians Role In Respond To Their Institution’S Internationalization Efforts?, Jane Wu, Guoqing Li

Otterbein China Librarians Exchange Program Documentations and Publications

This presentation explores the evolving role of university librarians in the context of higher education's globalization and internationalization. It examines academic librarians' challenges and opportunities as they navigate a changing landscape shaped by globalization.

The presentation delves into various aspects:

• Librarian's Roles: It discusses the contemporary roles of university librarians in advancing internationalization efforts, considering how globalization influences institutional activities. It also addresses the preparation required for librarians to effectively contribute to their institutions' evolving vision and practices within an increasingly international context.
• Challenges in International Collaborations: The presentation highlights the challenges faced by academic librarians in participating in international …