Cataloging and Metadata Commons^™

Byu Library Digital Content Exploratory Committee Final Report, Lindsey Memory, Rebecca A. Wiederhold, Cory L. Nimer, Dainan Skeem, David Brownell, Jamie E. Wiser, Nicole Lewis, Paul K.J. Robbins, Trevor Alvord, Tyler Thorsted

Harold B. Lee Library Faculty Publications

The BYU Library's cross-divisional Digital Content Exploratory Committee examined the extant personnel, systems, and workflows allocated to the care of a wide range of digital content types stewarded by the library (examples: digitized master and access derivative files, born-digital manuscript materials, born-digital scholarly materials, web archives, data, etc.). We compared our problems, standards, and staffing structures to the field at large through a literature review and an environmental scan. Our research has affirmed to us the unique and in many ways still-uncharted challenges and opportunities inherent to collecting, facilitating access to, and preserving digital content of research and historical value …

Ischool Student Research Journal, Vol.14, Iss.1

School of Information Student Research Journal

Volume 14, Issue 1 of the School of Information Student Research Journal explores the multifaceted impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) on academia, particularly within library and information science (LIS) education and scholarly publishing. Highlighting the proactive measures taken by San Jose State University's iSchool, this issue underscores the necessity of integrating AI competencies, such as data privacy and ethical AI use, into curricula. Through detailed case studies and policy reviews, the issue examines the ethical and societal implications of AI, including biases and inequalities, advocating for adaptive and responsible AI integration.

Odin Halvorson's paper emphasizes the transformative potential of Large …

Looking Ahead: Incorporating Ai In Mlis Competencies, Souvick Ghosh, Denise Mccoy

School of Information Student Research Journal

Libraries have long been essential for democratizing knowledge and providing reliable information, extending their services to meet diverse community needs, including educational programs and internet access (Pawley, 2022; Freudenberger, 2022). Librarians, as custodians of information and culture, possess core competencies in information organization, digital literacy, and research skills. The San José State University (SJSU) School of Information (iSchool) aims to educate professionals who significantly impact global communities through high-quality education, research, and technology innovation. This article examines the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program at SJSU iSchool, focusing on the evolution of its 14 core competencies to incorporate …

Into The Unknown: Developing Ai Policies For The Student Research Journal, Marc Hoffeditz

School of Information Student Research Journal

In light of the artificial intelligence (AI) boom in late 2022, policies governing the use and disclosure of artificial intelligence in scholarly journals have occupied editorial boards of all disciplines. The Student Research Journal (SRJ) at San José State University sought to tackle this issue with an inclusive process to better serve our authors and editorial team in uncertain times. This editorial will discuss the work of the SRJ’s AI Policy Working Group in completing a comprehensive review of literature surrounding the topics of AI and scholarly publishing, detail the journal’s first AI disclosure policy in depth, and identify next …

Ai In Academia: Policy Development, Ethics, And Curriculum Design, Odin Halvorson

School of Information Student Research Journal

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a pivotal force in modern society, significantly impacting various sectors, including academia. This paper examines the broad implications of AI, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), and their transformative potential across educational institutions. The San Jose State University's iSchool is highlighted as a case study, demonstrating its proactive approach to integrating nascent technologies and revising curriculum competencies to address AI's influence. As AI reshapes library and information science (LIS) education, the development of new competencies, such as data privacy and ethical AI use, becomes essential. Furthermore, the ethical and societal implications of AI, including potential …

Textbook And Board Exam Prep Resource Trends In Academic Health Sciences Libraries Serving College Of Osteopathic Medicine Programs Journal Of Electronic Resources In Medical Libraries, Joann Muellenbach, Kyle Robinson, Lori Fitterling, Molly Montgomery, Harold S. Bright Iv

Library Staff Publications

Objective

This study collected and analyzed data on the required and recommended textbooks and board exam prep resources in academic health sciences libraries that serve accredited colleges of osteopathic medicine (COM) programs in the United States.

Methods

The study consisted of locating, compiling, and analyzing data on the required and recommended texts and board exam prep resources through the COM libraries’ public-facing websites.

Results

The investigators compiled the required or recommended texts and the board exam prep resources used within the COM curricula from 38 COM libraries.

Conclusion

The study results provide information for medical school administrators, especially within the …

Fiction Book Reviews

The Christian Librarian

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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 …

Ischool Student Research Journal, Vol.13, Iss.2, Student Reseach Journal

School of Information Student Research Journal

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Innovation And Responsibility: Librarians In An Era Of Generative Ai, Inequality, And Information Overload, Odin H. Halvorson

School of Information Student Research Journal

In an era marked by generative AI, widening inequality, and information overload, librarians with LIS training find themselves at the forefront of a changing landscape. The traditional paradigm in academia is challenged by new technologies and social shifts, prompting a reassessment the librarian's role as a public leader. This article discusses three perspectives on these issues, placing them within the larger conversation of the LIS field. Dr. Norman Mooradian lays the groundwork for a paradigm shift by exploring the intersection of knowledge and ethics in a knowledge economy. Boheme Morris delves into the complexities of inequality within the high-tech knowledge …

Knowledge Ethics: Conceptual Preliminaries Scope And Justification, Norman Mooradian

School of Information Student Research Journal

This paper lays out the conceptual groundwork for a long-term project examining ethical issues raised when addressing the value of knowledge to a knowledge economy. The project includes a series of papers on specific topics that interrelate to the subjects of knowledge, ethics and organizations. While some of the planned articles for the project will have a practical focus, others, such as this one, will be conceptual in nature. The following outlines selected key concepts for an ethics of knowledge and their relationship with cognate areas of inquiry and practice.

Get Started With Data Visualization, Bryant University Research And Instruction

Library Staff Publications, Presentations & Journal Articles

Intro to Excel

Intro to PowerBi

Getting Started

Data Slicers

Intro to Tableau

Measure vs. Dimensions

Visualizations and Dashboards

Intro to Canva

Experience, Expertise And Empathy: Scaling Up Data Visualization And Vr In The Library, Laura Kohl, Lynn Perri

Library Staff Publications, Presentations & Journal Articles

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Review Of "Is Social Justice Just?", Jonathan Lawler

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "People Get Ready: Twelve Jesus-Haunted Misfits, Malcontents, And Dreamers In Pursuit Of Justice", Andrew C. Stout

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "40 Questions About Arminianism", John Jaeger

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "40 Questions About Prayer", Joshua Strickler

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "Liturgical Mission: The Work Of The People For The Life Of The World", Joshua Strickler

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "40 Questions About Women In Ministry", Keilah Villa

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "1 Peter: A Commentary For Biblical Preaching And Teaching", Francisco De Assis Nogueria Barros

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "The Right To Bear Arms: A Constitutional Right Of The People Or A Privilege Of The Ruling Class", Jaclyn Lee Parrott

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "Prayerwalk: Becoming A Woman Of Prayer, Strength, & Discipline", Jaclyn Lee Parrott

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "Persuasive Apologetics: The Art Of Handling Tough Questions Without Pushing People Away", Arianna Dahlia

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "The Manifold Beauty Of Genesis One: A Multi-Layered Approach", Scott Lloyd

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "Three In One: Analogies For The Trinity", Steve Emerson

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "The Strengths-Based Guide To Supporting Autistic Children: A Positive Psychology Approach To Parenting", Robert J. Oliverio

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "A Trail Guide For Church Ministry: A Proverbial Journey", Craig Rosenbeck

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "Gospel Witness Through The Ages: A History Of Evangelism", Darcy Gullacher

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "Jeremiah And Lamentations: A Commentary For Biblical Preaching And Teaching", John Jaeger

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.

Review Of "Another Gospel?: A Lifelong Christian Seeks Truth In Response To Progressive Christianity", Robert J. Oliverio

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.