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Undergraduates' appraisal and coping responses to dis/misinformation issues on social media: Implications for information literacy education

IF 2.5 3区管理学 Q2 INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE

Journal of Academic Librarianship

Pub Date : 2025-01-30 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2025.103019

Sei-Ching Joanna Sin , Kyung-Sun Kim

Social media is increasingly recognized as a prominent stressor and source of societal problems (e.g., dis/misinformation) that impact students' growth and well-being. Academic libraries, as leaders in information literacy (IL), can play an important role in mitigating the problem. This includes advancing a holistic IL education, focusing not only on students' intellectual growth but also their affective responses to informational issues, as some affective reactions may lead to unproductive behaviors. To discover areas warranting IL interventions, the current study identified a typology of undergraduates' responses to dis/misinformation problems on social media. Applying the Transactional Model of Stress and Coping by Lazarus and Folkman, the study analyzed students' Twitter usage, cognitive appraisals, and coping responses (U-A-C) to dis/misinformation on Twitter. Two waves of survey were conducted, collecting a total of 1735 responses from undergraduates. The study identified five user profiles. The most prevalent profile (36 % of the sample) showed scant coping responses to dis/misinformation issues in all three categories (escape-avoidance, planful problem-solving, and seeking social support). Demographic differences (including gender and age) in U-A-C profiles were also found. The results revealed several patterns that IL education may need to address. For instance, one user profile showed low primary and secondary appraisals (i.e., low levels of perceived importance and self-efficacy related to addressing dis/misinformation problems) and high escape-avoidance coping, which would benefit from fine-tuned IL training that not only develops students' skills and self-confidence in IL, but also seeks to reduce avoidance behaviors. Implications for IL training and research are discussed.

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Librarians' contributions to and impact on pharmacy scholarship: A bibliometric analysis using a systematic approach 图书馆员对药学学术的贡献和影响：采用系统方法进行文献计量分析

IF 2.5 3区管理学 Q2 INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE

Journal of Academic Librarianship

Pub Date : 2025-01-24 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2025.103016

Rebecca Carlson , Emily P. Jones , Christopher S. Wisniewski , Jennifer N. Wisniewski , Emma Barrett-Catton , Michael Wolcott , Fei Yu

This bibliometric analysis of librarian and pharmacist co-authored publications was conducted to identify the scholarly contributions made by librarians to pharmacy literature, patterns within co-authorship networks, and the citation impact of librarian co-authors on pharmacy publications.

The authors conducted a comprehensive search of the literature and included 533 relevant citations after screening. These underwent bibliometric analysis and data mining to map the distribution of and trends in the literature over time using document type, citation impact, topic areas, and affiliations.

Librarians from 32 countries and 273 libraries contributed to publications in 180 journals and other sources. Over half were review articles, including systematic reviews, scoping reviews, and meta-analyses, but many original research and non-research papers (e.g., commentaries, protocols, descriptive or experience papers, book chapters, etc.) were also found. Publication topics spanned across many areas of pharmacy practice, research, and education, including clinical studies, pharmacy education, drug design and development, pharmacist roles, health services, and animal-based laboratory studies. When comparing citation counts of these articles to average publications in the same year and field, 69 % of these studies were cited more times. The citation impact of over half of these studies (54 %) is also higher than 50 % of NIH-funded papers, measured by the median of Relative Citation Ratios. The median Citation Benchmarks and Relative Citation Ratios were significantly higher than the expected medians for average publications in the same year and field.

Overall, this analysis demonstrates that librarians are contributing to high-impact research publications around the world and that interprofessional collaboration between authors may be beneficial to scholarship outcomes.

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People v processes: The role of the academic librarian in supporting the decolonisation of learning and teaching at UK universities

IF 2.5 3区管理学 Q2 INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE

Journal of Academic Librarianship

Pub Date : 2025-01-24 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2025.103018

Lottie Needham, Leo Appleton

Background

Decolonisation is a complex term reflected in the contention surrounding its definition. The UK university has faced increasing calls to decolonise and in turn examine its own entrenched coloniality. Part of the institution, the academic library has faced similar pressures to decolonise, notably regarding learning and teaching.

Aims

This study aimed to investigate how decolonisation is understood and perceived among academic librarians to gain insight into how the academic library can best support the decolonisation of learning and teaching at UK universities.

Methods

The research took an inductive approach. Purposive sampling was used to recruit nine librarians from eight UK university libraries for semi-structured interviews. The qualitative data was analysed using thematic analysis which provided insight into decolonisation practice in UK academic libraries.

Results

There is a clear willingness among librarians to actively contribute to decolonisation work at their respective institutions. This proactiveness is essential and where decolonising work is codified in strategy, a dedicated role or allocated time and resources, these initiatives are arguably more effective. This is particularly the case when coupled with strong library leadership and institutional support.

Conclusion

Decolonising learning and teaching can take many guises. Librarians must be proactive in their approach and willing to do the work. When guided by strong library leadership and with the support of the institution, these librarian activists are arguably best placed to support the decolonisation of the curriculum given their proximity to resources, academics and students. It is questionable, however, whether a decolonised curriculum alone constitutes success.

背景非殖民化是一个复杂的术语，围绕其定义的争论就反映了这一点。英国大学面临着越来越多的非殖民化呼声，并反过来审视自身根深蒂固的殖民主义。作为该机构的一部分，学术图书馆也面临着类似的非殖民化压力，特别是在学习和教学方面。本研究旨在调查学术图书馆员是如何理解和看待非殖民化的，从而深入了解学术图书馆如何能够最好地支持英国大学学习和教学的非殖民化。研究采用了归纳法，通过有目的的抽样，从英国八所大学的图书馆中招募了九名图书馆员进行半结构化访谈。采用主题分析法对定性数据进行分析，从而深入了解英国学术图书馆的非殖民化实践。结果图书馆员显然愿意为各自机构的非殖民化工作做出积极贡献。这种积极主动的态度是至关重要的，如果非殖民化工作被编入战略、设立专门职位或分配时间和资源，那么这些举措就会更加有效。在图书馆强有力的领导和机构支持下，情况尤其如此。图书馆员必须采取积极主动的态度，并愿意开展工作。在强有力的图书馆领导的指导下，在学校的支持下，这些图书馆员积极分子可以说是支持课程非殖民化的最佳人选，因为他们接近资源、学术界和学生。然而，仅靠非殖民化课程是否就能取得成功，这一点值得商榷。

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Trends and changes in academic libraries' data management functions: A topic modeling analysis of job advertisements

IF 2.5 3区管理学 Q2 INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE

Journal of Academic Librarianship

Pub Date : 2025-01-21 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2025.103017

Ye Yuan, A.M.K. Yanti Idaya, A. Noorhidawati, Guan Wang

In the era of open science, academic libraries have transitioned from traditional resource providers to proactive platforms that drive data integration and knowledge innovation. This shift has led to the continuous evolution and expansion of their data management functions. This study aims to (i) track trends in academic library data management positions, (ii) identify key themes in job advertisements related to data management, and (iii) examine how these themes have evolved. Using text mining techniques, this study applied Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) and TF-IDF vectorization to systematically analyze 803 job advertisements related to data management posted on the IFLA LIBJOBS platform from 1996 to 2023. The findings reveal that the development of these positions has undergone three phases: exploration, growth, and adjustment. Four core themes in data management functions emerged: “Cataloging and Metadata Management,” “Data Services and Support,” “Research Data Management,” and “Systems Management and Maintenance.” Over time, these themes have evolved from distinct roles to a more balanced distribution. Technological advancements, political initiatives, and shifts in the global data environment have influenced these trends. Notably, the rising demand for “Systems Management and Maintenance” highlights its critical role in ensuring data security, while the sustained need for “Cataloging and Metadata Management” underscores its foundational place in data management strategies. Meanwhile, the steady growth of “Data Services and Support” and “Research Data Management” reflects the adaptability and strategic adjustments of academic libraries in response to the rapidly changing information landscape. These insights offer valuable empirical evidence for library leaders and policymakers in strategic planning and capacity development, ensuring that libraries can effectively navigate the challenges of a dynamic research environment.

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Examining the impact of COVID-19 on hiring and onboarding practices in academic libraries: A survey of hiring managers

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Journal of Academic Librarianship

Pub Date : 2025-01-21 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2025.103015

Lauren M. Fletcher , Roslyn Kohlbrecher , Rachel Whitney , Faythe Thurman

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many facets of daily operations in academic libraries, including recruiting and training new employees. This study surveyed hiring managers in academic libraries in the United States to identify how the pandemic affected hiring and onboarding processes and to explore what changes will likely be permanent versus which traditional hiring practices will endure. Results suggest that hiring during a pandemic was challenging and iterative. Survey respondents reported that virtual interviews were generally effective, with some exceptions. The future of hiring remains to be determined as academic institutions continue to navigate lingering waves from the pandemic and changes in budgets and administrations.

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Collaborative stewardship: Sustainable approaches to indigenous knowledge in academic libraries

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Journal of Academic Librarianship

Pub Date : 2025-01-14 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2025.103007

Gargi Choudhury , Deepjyoti Kalita

The current study sought to examine the management practices of Indigenous Knowledge Resources (IKR) in college libraires Assam, India and tried to evaluate the various aspects of it based on geographic location. Three different groups of libraries were created as rural, semi-urban and urban. The various management aspects of IKR were divided in four categories based on which questions were prepared, hypotheses were set and responses were collected from 83 college libraries. ANOVA with Levene's statistic was adopted to test hypothesises. The findings revealed distinct regional approaches: while rural libraries prioritize community engagement and partnerships with indigenous organizations, urban libraries focus on digitization and the semi-urban libraries demonstrate a mix of both strategies. Also, regarding challenges, the rural and semi-urban libraries face obstacles in IKR preservation, such as limited resources and infrastructure, nevertheless, these libraries demonstrate a strong commitment to establishing dedicated IKR centres as part of their long-term goals. The study emphasizes the role of academic libraries in promoting social justice, inclusivity, and community engagement through IKR stewardship. Policymakers and funding bodies to support sustainable IKR management, ensuring the preservation and dissemination of indigenous knowledge for future generations addressing region-specific challenges.

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Space and pedagogy: A survey of special collections instructional spaces

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Journal of Academic Librarianship

Pub Date : 2025-01-11 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2025.103006

Carly Dearborn, Jolie Braun

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Bridging the leadership gap: The role of mentorship in advancing African American librarians in health sciences

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Journal of Academic Librarianship

Pub Date : 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2024.103000

Bethany Sheriese McGowan, Victoria Baker Dawkins

This study investigates the role of mentorship in shaping the leadership trajectories and professional success of African American academic health sciences librarians who were holding dean, director, or other significant leadership roles. By employing a qualitative analysis of in-depth interviews, this research highlights the impact of both formal and informal mentoring relationships on career progression, leadership development, and overall job satisfaction. It also exposes challenges in accessing mentorship, particularly those related to racial and cultural representation, as well as systemic barriers within the profession. The findings underscore the urgent need for more inclusive and accessible mentorship programs tailored to the unique experiences of African American leaders in the library field. Moreover, the study offers recommendations to strengthen these initiatives, emphasizing the critical importance of mentorship in cultivating a diverse and representative leadership pipeline within academic libraries. These insights are valuable for library leaders aiming to enhance leadership development and career advancement strategies within their institutions.

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Find your voice: Developing podcast studio services in an academic library

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Journal of Academic Librarianship

Pub Date : 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2024.102988

Katherine E. DeVet

Responding to increased curricular needs for assignments requiring recorded spoken word, the Texas Tech University Libraries added two two-seat Podcast Studios in 2022. These spaces were designed with quality recording in mind and feature professional quality but easy to use equipment paired with audio software with free or open-source equivalents to allow patrons to edit their recorded audio from home. The service was conceptualized to have low impact on staff workflow, increasing the sustainability of the services as well as the independent creativity of patrons utilizing the service. Though adoption was initially slow, patron usage has increased rapidly.

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From audit to action: A case study on cultivating and sustaining organizational efforts in diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility

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Journal of Academic Librarianship

Pub Date : 2025-01-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.acalib.2024.102981

Rachael-Joy Davis, Briana Zaragoza, Alicia Victoria Zuniga

Although modern library professional organizations name diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) as core values, the library and information science field still struggles with assessing DEIA efforts within its organizations. While workforce and collection diversity efforts are the most common DEIA initiatives in libraries, assessment of a library's collective DEIA efforts and employee knowledge and perceptions of these efforts is severely lacking. How can academic libraries collect and quantify employee sentiment and knowledge about DEIA work across all departments to create a baseline measurement of library efforts? And what are successful strategies to ensure this process is transparent and inclusive? This case study documents one academic library's employee-led process of conducting a library-wide, holistic audit of its DEIA efforts using the mixed methods Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Self- Assessment Audit (DEISAA) instrument. It discusses the communication strategies and decision-making processes the library engaged in to prepare for the administration of the DEISAA to all library employees and the individualized recommendations received based on the assessment results. The process documentation can serve as a blueprint for other libraries or institutions who wish to assess their organization's DEIA efforts with an audit.

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