Dr. Ayoung Yoon published a new article in JASIST with four other international researchers as a part of iSchool Organization’ Data Curation Curriculum Committee work that she has been chairing. Abstract In this commentary, the authors, an international group data curation researchers and educators, reflect on some of the challenges and opportunities for data curation… Read more »
Events
Career planning presentation by Lisa Shiota of the Music Library Association next Friday, Sept 11
Come learn about music librarianship as a career choice during this hour-long presentation with plenty of time for Q&A. This video presentation is open to all DLIS students and alumni! Topic: I-798 DLIS Career planning: Lisa Shiota, Publicity & Outreach Officer, Music Library Association Time: Sep… Read more »
University of Maryland presents Tech Access for Older Adults event
engAGED: Considering Technology and Access for Older Adults VIRTUAL PANEL DISCUSSION Wednesday, September 23, 2020 | 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Computers and smartphones have become important tools for everyday life, and the use of this technology continues to rise among those of all ages. However, there are still a significant number of older adults… Read more »
Congratulations to Annette Lamb on her published articles in Teacher Librarian!
The April 2020 issue of Teacher Librarian includes three articles by Senior Lecturer Annette Lamb. Lamb, Annette (2020). Keeping it real, part 1: Live video across the curriculum, Teacher Librarian, 47(4), 52-55. (Invited article) Go to https://iu.box.com/v/teacherlibrarian474b This article explores the benefits and challenges of using live streaming events and real-time webcams in teaching… Read more »
Free PLA Webinar: Maximizing and Measuring Virtual Programs
As libraries are expanding their online efforts in response to COVID-19, library and program outcomes should also shift in order to build the strongest and most impactful instruction. In-person opportunities often bring with them advantages of seeing patrons’ reactions to learning and subsequent micro-improvements that can be made to improve a program. Without “seeing” a… Read more »