Purpose: To draw attention to the unique characteristics of Millennial librarians. These characteristics are related to larger issues having current and future relevance to Millennial librarians, colleagues of other generations, as well as library administration. Design/methodology/approach: This paper explores training, leadership and work--life balance in relation to Millennial librarians. Findings: Certain defining characteristics of the Millennial generation need to be recognized and discussed by library administration and librarians of all generations. Practical implications: Surveying the literature related to Millennial librarians' possible implications can assist in creating increased awareness of this group. Originality/value: Much research focuses on engaging and teaching Millennials as library users. Infrequently discussed, however, is the concept of Millennials as librarians and this paper attempts to fill this gap.
Case Study ABSTRACT PurposeTo describe a framework for a summer research/writing workshop for new university students, and its evolution over time and across institutions. FindingsThe success of these programmes is attributed to a common framework used in each case: programme planning, marketing, and delivery and assessment. Practical implicationsThe framework described in this paper could be adapted by other institutions wishing to implement such a programme. In addition, the SPARC team will continually improve the programme by reflecting on each part of the framework. Originality/valueMuch research has been done to identify and address the specific needs of first-year university students.For example, some institutions offer "first year experience" courses for credit, while others place first year students into Interest Groups. Most academic libraries offer information literacy sessions to groups of undergraduate students during the regular semester. This paper presents a model for reaching first year students before they take their first class at university.
Abstract:Although there are studies that explore the use of mobile devices by physicians and pharmacists, there has not been a study to date that examines the prevalence and usage patterns of mobile devices amongst pharmacy students and faculty. This is the first pan-Canadian study that examines the prevalence and patterns of use of mobile devices by pharmacy faculty and students at Anglophone and Francophone universities. Unlike previous studies, this study also included interviews with participants to collect richer data than can be gathered with an online survey alone.
Purpose: In May, 2008, the Ad Hoc Committee on Federated Search was formed to prepare a preliminary report on federated searching for a special meeting of Librarians Academic Council at Memorial University Libraries. The primary purpose was to discuss current implementation of federated searching at this institution, explore what other institutions have done, examine federated search technologies, and offer recommendations for the future of this resource.Design/methodology/approach: Information was drawn from a recent usability study, an informal survey was created, and a literature/technology review was conducted.Findings: These four recommendations were proposed and unanimously accepted: 1) actively develop our current federated search implementation by developing a web presence supporting 'federated search in context', 2) reevaluating the need for consortial purchase of a federated search tool, 3) continuing to assess the current federated search marketplace with an eye to choosing a nextgeneration federated search tool that includes effective de-duping, sorting, relevancy, clustering and faceting, and 4) that the selection, testing, and implementation of such a tool involve broad participation from the Memorial University Libraries system. Originality/value: Provided is an inside look at one institution's experience with implementing a federated search too particularly the area
For librarians engaged in teaching and learning, reflection has the potential to create opportunities to examine one's instructional practice, identify and address challenges, and find new instructional pathways. It can also lead to a deeper understanding of one's teaching. As valuable as it is, it can be challenging for librarians to find time to deeply contemplate instruction experiences. In the fast-paced environment of academic libraries, reflection is too often passed over as we rush from one teaching experience to the next. Recognizing the value of reflective practice, a team of academic librarians at Memorial University created a peer mentoring program for librarians involved in information literacy and other forms of teaching. The goal was to create an inviting and collaborative environment for exploring and developing instructional self-awareness by working with librarian colleagues. The resulting Reflective Peer Mentoring (RPM) program requires minimal librarian time yet offers satisfying opportunities for brainstorming, problem solving, and reflection by bringing colleagues together into small co-mentored learning communities. This paper explores the successful evolution of this peer-based, collegial approach to reflection. It describes the inspiration and experimentation that led to the eventual creation of the RPM model, including Reflective Teaching & Observation (RTO), an earlier program founded on peer observation and collaborative exploration. It also describes the foundational principles that form the basis for the RPM program as well as the three-step framework on which it is structured. Finally, the article examines the information gathered and lessons learned from assessment of the program during the first year of implementation.
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