Systems and Services
Students understand the systems and technologies that facilitate the management and use of information resources to serve the diverse needs of users.
LIS 6603 - BASIC INFORMATION SOURCES AND SERVICES
As a librarian, it is necessary to answer patron inquiries with the most relevant and accurate information as possible. Sometimes, this will require going beyond a simple internet search. Therefore, it is important to know how to utilize various search tools, like databases, how to use keywords that will return the most results, and ultimately, what information to present to the patron. This assignment for LIS 6603 allowed me to demonstrate my ability to answer specific user questions using a variety of resources. I was able to identify and analyze what information would be the most beneficial to the information needs of the patron.
LIS 5937 - DATA MANAGEMENT AND PRACTICE
For this project, students were required to assume the role of a Data Librarian in order to create a data management proposal for helping individuals host and research data in a repository. The project includes an introduction, two data use scenarios, two data management scenarios, two diagrams illustrating the scenarios, and a metadata element schema table. Through this project, I was able to identify the information needs of hypothetical faculty and researchers, evaluate various data for quality and standards, and produce a final proposal demonstrating my findings.
LIS 6511 - COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE
In this assignment for LIS 6511, students were given $3,500.00 to spend on developing the collection of a hypothetical or real library of their choosing. These selections were based on a prior needs assessment and collection development policy in the course. My group members and I decided to update, refresh, and diversify the Young Adult (YA) area in a public library. We chose physical and digital titles, as well as library databases and learning software. Through this assignment, I applied the principles of intellectual freedom and the freedom to read to develop a library collection. I also identified the strengths and weaknesses of current bibliographic tools through an annotated biography and selected resource using selection aids.
LIS 6603 - BASIC INFORMATION SOURCES AND SERVICES
This LibGuide was created as the final project for LIS 6603. Students were asked to choose a topic, a target audience, and utilize at least thirty different resources in the guide using search strategies discussed in the class. I decided to choose women's roles and rights as my topic and make the target audience students at the college where I am employed. Through this assignment, I was able to develop skills in organizing information on a web-based platform, evaluating sources according to user needs, and guiding users to reliable research sources.
LIS 6603 - BASIC INFORMATION SOURCES AND SERVICES
For this assignment, students were given a scenario in which they assumed the position of a public librarian who was asked to develop a learning-based game proposal representing their library. To develop the game, the librarian would have to secure external financial support from the popular crowd-funding web-based platform, "Kickstarter". This evaluation assignment required students to search the "Kickstarter" platform for a learning-based game system in which the developers are asking for public donations to complete. To evaluate the system, I used the rubric template provided by my professor and provided feedback about the system.
LIS 5937 - GRAPHIC NOVELS IN LIBRARIES
For this assignment, students were asked to develop an annotated bibliography of at least 15 graphic literature titles on a particular focus or theme. I decided to create this assignment in LibGuide format on the topic of diverse graphic novels in academic libraries. This guide aims to provide educational and entertaining graphic novels that can resonate with a diverse and multicultural audience. It is important to note that this guide is by no means a comprehensive list of all the subject areas and topics related to underrepresented or marginalized groups of individuals. While it is vital to highlight graphic novels that touch on issues such as social justice, racism, and exclusion, it is equally as essential to include titles that feature diverse characters based on more than their skin color, sexual orientation, or abilities. This guide strives to showcase several graphic novels and comics that can make academic library collections more inclusive, while also being educational and fun.
2. C. Students understand and use appropriate information technology for information services.
LIS 5937 - DATA MANAGEMENT AND PRACTICE
For this assignment, students were asked tasked to evaluate and select an appropriate data management platform for a researcher. After choosing a data sharing platform, students had to prepare a video demonstration about the features of their chosen repository, including interface, structure, security settings, functionality, and data workflows. Through this assignment, I gained valuable insight into the digital technologies used to manage and use data, the legal and ethical considerations related to scholarly data sharing, and the need to be familiar with data sharing platforms for patrons.
LIS 5268 - IT CONCEPTS FOR INFORMATION PROFESSIONALS
For this assignment, students were asked to conduct research into a technology-related topic relevant to the student’s area of concentration. My area of interest is library and information science, so I decided to do my research paper on virtual (VR) and augmented reality (AR), two emerging technological trends in libraries. Through my research paper, I was able to highlight the many practical uses of VR and AR across several disciplines with a special emphasis on their current and future role in the library field. This paper showcases my ability to understand current and upcoming technology in the information service industry as well as my knowledge of how to apply these technologies in the library field.