Libraries and Information Technology:

Collaboration between Librarians and Information Technologist in supporting instruction design and technology use.

Presenter

Nabila ShehabeddineReference and Instruction Librarian

University Libraries Jafet Library Tel: 961 - 1 - 350000P. O. Box 11-0236 Ext. 2629Beirut – Lebanon E-mail: ns24@aub.edu.lb

Libraries and partnership

•Libraries and Instructional services

•Partners offering complementary services▫ Computer Centers

•Libraries and Computer Centers▫ Leader units in higher education institutions▫ Challenges

ChallengesEach project has its own challenges. However, the following challenges are common to most library and Computer Center collaborations:

1. Priorities2. Funding3. Staffing4. Impact on each

other’s5. Responsibilities6. Authority7. Communication8. Respect and trust9. Policies

Libraries and Computer CentersLeader units in higher education institutions

Librarians and Information Technologists

Collaboration between librarians and information technologists in supporting

1. Student learning 2. Instructional design 3. Use of technology

Includes but is not limited to the following

Use of Technology – Web 2.0 tools

Many studies have shown that many libraries are using Web 2.0 tool in information literacy instruction

Web 2.0 tools • Blogs• Wikis• Facebook

• Flicker• Google maps• Podcasts

• YouTube • and others ...

Use of Technology – Why Web 2.0 tools

Often easy to use

Need little time and effort to be

incorporated in Course Management System

(CMS)

Engaging and useful to

students:

Can be used in conjunction with library resources

Allows students to interact and display their knowledge in

different ways.

Use of Technology – Web 2.0 tools

Selecting the Web 2.0 tool is an important aspect of using these tools effectively for information literacy instruction.

Sample Projects: World War II Posters - Digital Image Collection

Notable Women of Simmons College Digital Scrapbook Collection

Librarians, Faculty and Information Technologists must discuss the needs of any collaborative project such as

course content and delivery library instruction and resources technology infrastructure and support

Embedded Librarians in Online Course

• Actively participate in online courses, where they provide relevant access to library resources and services.

• Take advantage of Web 2.0 tools to enhance their traditional roles.

• Provide group of services ranging from online library instruction to reference consultation services.

Role can vary from course to course, and

whether the course includes or not a

specific research assignment.

A way to take library instruction online

Embedded Librarians in Online Courses

Steps taken to achieve Embedded

Librarianship

Build strong relationships with faculty members from different disciples

Models

Online tutorials Interactive guides Links to library

services & resources Library widgets Online chatting

Embedded Librarians in Online Courses

Enhanced collaboration with faculty and students

More course guides created Easier access to course materials Virtual librarian Links to library resources in online

courses (Course Management System)

Benefits of being embedded

Reduce the pressure of one-

shot library instruction session

Embedded Librarians in Online Courses

Repository could be createdin CMS such as Moodle, LibGuides, etc.

Both librarians and faculty members should have access to this repository

Provide

Brief description of type of resources available

Instruction on how to add materials to the course.

Learning objects digital repository Start by considering

where librarians are embedded online

Will encourage faculty

members to use these

materials

Increase faculty awareness and provide links to general or subject specific library resources.

Students want library resources at their fingerprints.

Library/librarians want to reach the students

wherever they are.

Integration of Information Literacy in CMS

Why integrating?

Librarians have to work closely with individual faculty to integrate information literacy tutorials in their courses.

Sample Integration of IL in CMS

Oakland University - University Libraries Instruction Support – Embed the Library in Moodle

Pennsylvania State University ANGEL (CMS)

The Resources Tab Activating the library reserve

link Library Guide Tool in ANGEL Widget Scripts in ANGEL

Ursinus College – Academic Resources Blackboard – My URSINUS (CMS)

Collaboration at AUB

American University of Beirut = 700 faculty ~ 8000 students > 120 programs

IT ACPS (Academic Core Processes & Systems)

Promote faculty technology development

Assist faculty in integrating technology in their courses

AUB Libraries Information Services

Department Information literacy Research Skills

Mellon Summer Seminar (2004-2009) Library, ACPS and Center for Teaching and

Learning Course design training

Series of workshops ACPS and Libraries Educational tools Video tutorials

Possible Future Collaboration (student workshop)

Library, ACPS and Writing Center Introduce students to: Library resources,

Writing skills and Instructional technology

Information Literacy and Course Design (Collaboration at AUB)

Collaboration with individual faculty members Customized course guides Videotaped library classes Online library assignments

Communication Skills Program

English Writing courses (102, 203, 204, 206 and 208)

Design and post on Moodle manuals, video tutorials and info graphics as instruction materials (beyond one shot library session)

Information Literacy and Course Management System (Collaboration at AUB)

Provide links to 1. library webpage and subject specific guides in all

courses2. course guides, list of specific databases and

course reserves within each course based on syllabus

Set up an “Ask a Librarian” forum

Incorporate a search box

Possible future collaborations

Information Literacy and Course Management System (Collaboration at AUB)

Libraries and ACPS (Collaboration at AUB)

Jafet Library is a learning hub for AUB Students

Digital Repository

Educate students about ACPS Services Latest Educational

Tools

Meetings Weekly or biweekly in person meetings are crucial

Brainstorming Some of the meetings should be devoted to brainstorming

Project planning Set up of timelines and deadlines - designation of duties

Faculty outreach Should work together to address faculty

Stay update Should update each other’s about recent development

Flexibility Willing to try new things with new technology

Professional education Attend workshops and conferences together

Working friendship Attend events outside of the professional context

Librarians and information technologists Significant cultural differences exist between both groups

The following steps are essential for a strong and successful librarian and information technologist collaborative partnership.

What level of integration between your library and IT staff are already emerging on your campus?

What has worked well or not so well at your institutions?

What will encourage library and IT professionals to view services from a faculty point of view?

AUB Libraries and IT ACPS are certainly not the only ones doing or planning

work in this area

Thank You

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