Pub Date : 2016-10-01DOI: 10.1080/00049670.2016.1250324
S. Welland
Readers can expect to find a detailed and thorough analysis of the myriad of topics in each chapter, enhanced with the inclusion of case studies from a number of American Universities both large and small. Authors of the 10 chapters come from a range of American tertiary institutions, and draw on their specialty areas for the content of each targeted chapters. The first of these chapters looks at the establishment of a research and development team at Texas Tech University. The authors claim that this unique model may lead to the introduction of innovative and customer centric services not presently provided. Their research team was tasked with identifying new services aligned with the library strategic plan. There is a very detailed analysis of their investigations which is provided in table form. This includes issues related to resistance by existing staff as well as ease of implementation and the universality of the ideas. Some of the areas targeted for improvement include business continuity strategies and 3D technology engagement. The following chapter looks at re-engineering relationships with faculty and students, focusing on knowledge ecosystems, or ‘cyberinfrastructures’. There is discussion on scholarly communications as well as the ‘digital glossary project’ undertaken at a particular university. The chapter author ponders the question, ‘what does five minutes ahead mean for academia, and in particular, libraries?’ and gives an enlightened answer. ‘Scholarly Services in a Research Lifecycle’ is also examined in this work, with a description of several programmes introduced at American universities to improve the connection between the library and faculty. These measures include an open Access champion week, video toolkits and workshops focusing on new topics for researchers and graduates. Several chapters consider the role of data: these include ‘The data driven Academic librarian’ and ‘web archiving: preserving the future of history’. The web archiving model is an interesting angle which may not have had much focus in Australia. it appears that many American universities have crafted a web archive collection policy, and examples are discussed. Another notable topic considered is ‘How to write a Grant (and Get Funded)’, and while Australian readers might skim some of the American-oriented funder information, there are other tasty takeaways. Tips include coverage on collaborating with others, budgeting, the audience and implementation. The final chapter ‘Revolutionary or evolutionary’ focuses on the role of academic librarians moving forward. The information is largely focused on data management, and much of it seems a repeat of themes in earlier chapters. However, it serves well as a reminder of the importance being placed on data services and workflows. This book will prove useful for many – as an example of good practice as well as a more fundamental source of ideas and discussion of universal trends in the academic library world.
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Pub Date : 2016-10-01DOI: 10.1080/00049670.2016.1233604
John G. Shipp
Abstract The future will hold challenges for everyone working in the Galleries, Libraries, Archives and Museums (GLAM) sector. The application of technologies, many of which are yet to be discovered, will change work patterns and the type of professional employees required. Organisations that support more than one activity in the sector will seek to combine them and have staff who are multi-skilled. This may result in a devaluation of professional qualifications in favour of generalist qualifications supplemented by professional development. Hiring staff with non-traditional qualifications has always occurred and will increase. In future, staff will move more easily across the sector without necessarily having formal qualifications related to their new duties. There will be greater emphasis on structured career-long professional development that is more multidisciplinary than may be currently offered. There is a need to beginning re-imagining what distinguishes a curator, librarian, archivist or other GLAM professional. Is it really necessary to have specialist qualifications to work effectively in the sector? If so, what are those qualifications and how are they best obtained?
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Pub Date : 2016-10-01DOI: 10.1080/00049670.2016.1240026
Cindy Bissett
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Pub Date : 2016-10-01DOI: 10.1080/00049670.2016.1250294
Jaye Weatherburn
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Pub Date : 2016-10-01DOI: 10.1080/00049670.2016.1250612
J. Timoney
balkan Wars (1990s). Tabak argues that current thinking of particularism versus universalism encourages researchers to take a prior position before they start their study. Tabak argues that actor–network theory is more useful in these areas as an intersection. That is, a ‘group that is held together’ rather than ‘something that holds the group together’ (p. xii). instead of trying to reveal the hidden forces behind information practices and behaviour, Tabak argues it is better to look at the ways in which individuals and groups exchange processes through the constant circulation of information practices. both books give the reader a lot of conceptual ideas to think about. information science is often criticised as having no theoretical depth; it is regarded as being a mashup from various intellectual disciplines. These two books suggest alternative conceptual models and theories; that rather than being regarded as an isolated field information science is an interscience; it acts as an intermediary through actors and networks for other intellectual disciplines. These two books are more suited for an academic library, particularly for graduate level or academic staff.
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Pub Date : 2016-10-01DOI: 10.1080/00049670.2016.1240025
C. Hills
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Pub Date : 2016-10-01DOI: 10.1080/00049670.2016.1241204
Daniel Giddens
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Pub Date : 2016-10-01DOI: 10.1080/00049670.2016.1250327
Diana Fehsenfeld
There are three main sections in the book: materials, customer service and access to information. The first section, the largest, covers acquisitions, classification, special collections, collection development circulation and reference services. The next section explains the role of staff in dealing with the variety of clients that use the library for example young people, older adults, that is customer service. The last section on access to information has an emphasis on US law and constitutional rights in relation to censorship, access to information and the Patriot Act. Nevertheless, this section is useful for Australasian library staff to help think about ethics, intellectual freedom and censorship and offers procedures for some tricky situations. For example, steps for follow when the library is asked to remove a book. each chapter begins with the competencies being addressed and also key terms. Chapters end with a summary and discussion questions. Foundations of library services would be a welcome reference guide to new library staff whatever the position – library assistant or librarian. For newly trained staff it provides steps and practical advice for the always varying situations that arise in the library. For librarians, it could provide an overview of other library sections and procedures for staff that they manage. The fact that there is extensive coverage of US law with regards to censorship and rights should not put off Australasian readers. Library service, conceptually, is the same all over the world. it is acquiring and supplying the right information resources to the reader without prejudice or bias. This book provides the practical means to do just this.
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Pub Date : 2016-09-25DOI: 10.1080/08164649.2016.1237946
Jaye Weatherburn, R. Harvey
Abstract The education of information professionals needs constant re-examination and renewal if it is to remain relevant to the needs of society. Rapid change in the environments in which information is managed calls for the re-evaluation of old skills and the development of new skills. From our perspectives as a new professional and an experienced academic we define some of what is needed to enable library and information studies education to evolve quickly so that it can produce the ‘fearless information professionals’ that are needed. We aim to stimulate robust debate, reassessment, and revision.
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