Library Management and Open Science Workshop in Somalia
Explore the crucial role of libraries in academic institutions and the benefits of open science data for research in Somalia. The workshop aims to enhance understanding of library management practices, share best practices in open science, and discuss establishing a Somali Librarians and Knowledge M
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Healthy Boundaries for Library Workers
Understanding the importance of boundaries for library workers, this presentation by Dawn Behrend explores the definitions of boundaries, common violations, reasons for patrons' boundary pushing, and why librarians need boundaries. It covers key learning objectives such as conceptualizing boundaries
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Empowering Knowledge Sharing: The Role of Digital Libraries
Explore the diverse user base of digital repositories, including scholars, museums, librarians, archivists, educators, and special interest enthusiasts. Learn how these users utilize digital libraries for research, preservation, collaboration, and dissemination of knowledge in various fields.
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UTORMFA: Enhancing Security with Multi-Factor Authentication at University of Toronto
In November and December 2020, the University of Toronto is introducing UTORMFA, a multi-factor authentication service for staff, faculty, and librarians. This additional layer of security, using Duo Mobile MFA, requires two credentials for account access. Learn how to self-enroll, supported platfor
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Guidelines for Outside Professional Work Approval
Guidelines for seeking approval for outside professional work at the University, detailing the process for professional and classified staff as well as faculty, librarians, and other academic personnel. The procedures involve completing specific forms, obtaining supervisor and departmental approvals
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Critical Appraisal Institute for Librarians (CAIFL) Overview and Objectives
CAIFL is a program designed to enhance librarian skills in critical appraisal, research design, biomedical statistics, and clinical reasoning. The goal is to improve the ability to teach these concepts to target populations. The program includes plenary sessions, educational presentations, journal c
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Business Reference Resources for Non-Business Librarians
Access a variety of business reference tools tailored for non-business librarians, including databases for articles on business topics, company and industry data sources, primary and secondary sources on taxation of exempt organizations, and demographic data resources. Connect with a reference libra
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Leveraging Wikipedia for Libraries: A Comprehensive Guide
Explore the value of Wikipedia as a resource for libraries and learn how to engage in projects like edit-a-thons to enhance accessibility, diversity, and information sharing. Discover training modules and useful links for librarians and archivists to optimize their involvement with Wikipedia.
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Data Discovery and Access Session Highlights at Carleton College
Explore the insights shared by Kristin Partlo and Danya Leebaw, Carleton College's Reference and Instruction Librarians, on the intricacies of data discovery, the marriage of discovery and analysis, mechanisms for data discovery, and specific manifestations at Carleton. Gain a deeper understanding o
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Enhancing Accessibility: Partnership with National Library Service
Join us in understanding the invaluable services provided to individuals with print disabilities by partnering with the National Library Service. Learn about the history, learning outcomes, and differentiating services for those with print disabilities. Discover the competent authorities who certify
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Librarians in African Higher Education: Embedding NREN Digital Services
Librarians in African higher educational institutions play a crucial role in embedding NREN digital services. Studies reveal institutional weaknesses hindering librarian skills development and OA resource accessibility. The bigger picture involves the digitalization trend impacting information manag
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Insights on Virtual Reference Services and Collaboration in Libraries
Explore the findings from interviews with VRS librarians regarding collaboration, difficult reference encounters within and outside librarians' expertise, and the importance of sustainable collaboration between Virtual Reference and Social Q&A sites for creating new library services. The research fo
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Arturo Schomburg: A Leader in Libraries Text Talk
In this presentation, learn about the significance of libraries and librarians in communities, the role of Arturo Schomburg in promoting diversity in library collections, and the inspiring stories of individuals like Marley Dias who worked towards inclusivity and representation in literature.
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Evolving Role of Embedded Librarians in the Digital Age
Shift from traditional library services to embedded librarianship involves closer collaboration with various groups within organizations, enabling librarians to effectively address information challenges in the digital era. This model emphasizes partnerships, community connections, specialized skill
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Evolution of Librarianship in University Library Systems
University Library Systems have evolved from traditional roles of collecting and preserving to a more dynamic role of creating and exploring, as seen in the case of CR/10 at the University of Pittsburgh. Librarians are now taking on new responsibilities such as creating unique collections, collabora
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Impact of Librarians on Healthcare Decision-Making
Librarians play a crucial role in healthcare by providing evidence-based information that leads to cost savings, improved patient outcomes, and more efficient use of resources. Examples include reducing hospital stays, innovative treatment discoveries, cost-saving staffing changes, and time-saving g
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Investigating Trends in School Librarian Employment: The SLIDE Project
The SLIDE project examines the decline in school librarian positions nationwide, exploring factors like equity of access, job titles, and staffing choices. It involves assessing federal data accuracy, interviewing decision-makers, and analyzing state contexts to understand the evolving role of schoo
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Collaborative Efforts of Irish Health Librarians in Providing Evidence-Based Practice Support
Current awareness newsletter freely available on the internet, providing high-quality, relevant information to healthcare professionals and consumers. This collaboration of Irish health librarians aims to promote evidence-based practice by offering up-to-date information and resources. The conscient
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Exploring Embedded Librarianship in Academic Health Sciences Programs
This content delves into the concept of embedded librarianship in academic health sciences programs, showcasing cases and insights from the frontline. It highlights the various roles and responsibilities of embedded librarians, including providing research assistance, creating tutorials, engaging wi
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Enhancing Information Literacy Instruction: Practical Strategies for Librarians
Explore practical strategies for enhancing information literacy instruction, including metacognition, constructivism, and active learning. Learn how to support students in effective research, critical thinking, and information evaluation through illustrative examples and instructional techniques lik
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Read For Gold Program at Park Mains High School
The Read For Gold program at Park Mains High School in Renfrewshire is a tracking system for S1 pupils, encouraging them to read and engage with books. There are three levels - Bronze, Silver, and Gold - each requiring a combination of chosen and set books to be read and activities to be completed.
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Spanish Institutions Publishing Options Overview
Understand the eligibility criteria and benefits for Spanish institutions under the agreement with Elsevier. Learn how corresponding authors affiliated with Spanish institutions can avail discounts and APC coverage, and the role of institutional librarians in the OA platform. The process from articl
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Philippine Librarianship in the New Millennium: Unique Qualities and Impact
Philippine librarianship in the new millennium presents unique qualities such as the passage of important laws, proliferation of library associations, and active involvement in the international arena. These changes have professionalized librarians, encouraged non-licensed staff to engage in the pro
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Enhancing Library Programs Through Action Research and Effective Communication
Explore the importance of action research and effective communication in your library program, as discussed through a workshop aimed at helping librarians and teachers pinpoint program needs, communicate effectively, and support the Common Core. The content emphasizes the challenges faced by library
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Enhancing Learning Environments with Vagrant and Docker
Explore the integration of Vagrant and Docker in educational settings to empower students with practical IT skills. Addressing challenges faced by archivists and librarians, these tools open new possibilities for hands-on learning through virtualization systems and portable labs. Discover how Vagran
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European Association of Health Information Librarians (EAHIL) Overview
EAHIL aims to enhance collaboration among health care libraries in Europe, elevate standards in provision and practice, ensure professional development, promote education on new technologies, and represent health librarians at a European level. Activities include journal publications, conferences, w
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Developing Reading Culture in Schools Action Plan
Encouraging reading for pleasure in schools involves creating groups, choosing activities, monitoring progress, and utilizing resources like surveys, posters, and badges. The action plan includes promoting reading what you enjoy, discussing books, and involving the community. Regular meetings to tra
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MarcEdit - Comprehensive Metadata Management Tool
MarcEdit is a versatile metadata management tool created by Terry Reese in 1999. Originally designed for MARC records, it has evolved to support various types of data. Key features include MARC editing tools, RDA helper, regular expressions support, task management, and more. Its robust functionalit
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Challenges in Supporting Systematic Reviews with Minimal Staff: A Case Study
Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust Library Services faced an increase in demand for systematic reviews (SRs) with limited staff resources. Librarians play a crucial role in the SR process, offering their expertise in literature searching. Despite the benefits, challenges include ti
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Voluntary Phased Retirement Program Overview & Eligibility Criteria
Learn about the Voluntary Phased Retirement Program Zoominar for Members, including eligibility criteria, key features, restrictions, application procedures, and more. Understand the benefits and caveats of the program, designed to offer faculty and librarians incentives for a respectful transition
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Organizing a Successful Academic Conference at Rutgers University-Camden
Strategic planning is crucial for hosting a thriving academic conference. From selecting a compelling theme to securing funding and coordinating local arrangements, this guide provides essential steps for librarians like Julie Still and Zara Wilkinson at Paul Robeson Library, Rutgers University-Camd
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Insights into MLIS Practicum and Workplace Transition
Librarians and archivists share perspectives on the UAlberta MLIS Practicum, focusing on self-leadership, transition intensities, student sentiments, and cultural differences between classroom and workplace environments. The discussions cover key aspects such as self-awareness, teamwork, emotional i
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Empowering Global Librarians through Innovative Leadership Programs
Mortenson Center at the University of Illinois offers unique capacity-building programs for librarians worldwide, focusing on sustainable professional development and regional initiatives. The center addresses challenges faced by public librarians in supporting UN SDGs, providing leadership training
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Comparative Study of Code of Ethics for Librarians in Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia
This comparative study delves into the Code of Ethics for Librarians in Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia, exploring their history, components, and significance. Highlighting the importance of ethical guidelines, it emphasizes how codes of ethics serve as a foundation for professional conduct, qu
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Effective Outreach Strategies in Academic Libraries: A Case Study at UCLA
This case study delves into the challenges faced by academic libraries in reaching out to the life sciences faculty, emphasizing the importance of subject background for liaison librarians. It discusses the necessity of raising awareness among faculty members regarding library services and highlight
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Navigating Dance Resources: A Librarian's Guide
Explore a comprehensive guide on how librarians assist with dance inquiries. Discover commonly used resources, recommended reading, and strategies to enhance your search. Librarians offer valuable assistance beyond dance-specific materials, catering to a wide range of related topics in performing ar
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Business Librarians in the Age of FinTech
Business librarians play a crucial role in the era of Financial Technology (FinTech), supporting education and research in this rapidly evolving field. The article delves into the origins of FinTech, its impact on traditional financial services, and the reasons behind the buzz surrounding it. It als
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Enhancing Research Appointment Services at UMBC Library
UMBC subject librarians implemented a feedback survey to improve research appointment services. By analyzing feedback data, shared best practices were developed to ensure quality and consistency. The project timeline included identifying goals, drafting the timeline, creating the feedback form, and
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The Impact of Self-Censorship in Libraries
Self-censorship in libraries can significantly affect the availability and diversity of materials, limiting access for patrons. By avoiding ordering controversial items, hiding displays, mislabeling genres, or misplacing books, librarians may unknowingly restrict information flow and hinder intellec
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Enhancing Data Handling Skills in Research Professions for Open Science Era
Explore the Education and Training Interest Group focusing on data sharing in the open science era. Learn about competencies required for research data handling in various professional areas like research librarians, administrators, infrastructure managers, and researchers. Discover essential skills
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