scholarly journals The Past, Present, and Future of Demand-Driven Acquisitions in Academic Libraries

2015 ◽  
Vol 76 (2) ◽  
pp. 205-221 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edward A. Goedeken ◽  
Karen Lawson
Keyword(s):  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
User Involvement ◽  
State University ◽  
Iowa State University ◽  
The Past ◽  
Constant State ◽  
Call Number ◽  
Development And Evolution ◽  
Do So

Demand-driven acquisitions (DDA) programs have become a well-established approach toward integrating user involvement in the process of building academic library collections. However, these programs are in a constant state of evolution. A recent iteration in this evolution of ebook availability is the advent of large ebook collections whose contents libraries can lease, but not own only if they choose to do so. This study includes an investigation of patron usage and librarian ebook selection by comparing call number data generated by usage of three entities: (1) an ebrary PDA; (2) Academic Complete, which is a leased collection of ebooks; and (3) subject librarian selections based on the YPB approval plan at Iowa State University. The context is provided through a description of the development and evolution of demand driven acquisitions programs with an analysis of where libraries have been and where they are going with enhancing the collection development in academic libraries.

scholarly journals Librarian in the underground: What academic libraries can learn from DIY culture

2017 ◽  
Vol 78 (6) ◽  
pp. 312
Author(s):  
Solomon Blaylock ◽  
Declan Ryan
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Information Storage And Retrieval ◽  
Daily Basis ◽  
Scholarly Publishing ◽  
Information Storage ◽  
Storage And Retrieval ◽  
The Past ◽  
Library Professionals

Academic library professionals are now in uncharted territory. We’re hurtling through unfamiliar, rapidly shifting landscapes. Information storage and retrieval, scholarly publishing, information literacy: everything’s changing on a daily basis. Get hung up on any one thing, and you’re already working in the past. Allow yourself to be overwhelmed and you’re paralyzed.

scholarly journals The 2018 ACRL Academic Library Trends and Statistics Annual Survey: Survey results and how to use them

2020 ◽  
Vol 81 (2) ◽  
pp. 90 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tracy Elliott
Keyword(s):  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
The Past ◽  
Annual Survey ◽  
Survey Participation ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Print Edition ◽  
Summary Data

The editorial board of the ACRL Academic Library Trends and Statistics (ALTS) Annual Survey is thrilled to announce a 19.8% increase in survey participation over the past 4 years. Along with this increased participation comes a better understanding of what is happening in academic libraries and more impactful data for participants and researchers. Survey participants receive a complimentary link to summary data on the ACRLMetrics website. A subscription to ACRLMetrics provides access to all ALTS data starting from 1999 to present. A print edition of the 2018 data is also available for purchase through the ALA Store. This article highlights some of the findings from the 2018 survey and identifies valuable ways the data from the survey can be used.

scholarly journals Challenges and prospects for cataloguing and classification in academic libraries in Kwara State, Nigeria: a case study

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 476-490
Author(s):  
Abdrahman Atanda MOUSTAPHA
Keyword(s):  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Information Management System ◽  
State University ◽  
Library Automation ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Rapid Transition ◽  
Brighter Future ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The study aimed to investigate the challenges and prospects of cataloguing and classification in academic libraries in Kwara State that focus on the Kwara State University Library.The study adopted the descriptive survey design. The study population consists of 50 practicing librarians who attended the Nigerian Library Association Annual Workshop, 2020 held at the State LibraryIlorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. A questionnaire entitled “Cataloguing challenges and prospects and a classification questionnaire containing closed elements was used to collect data for the study. The results revealed insufficient staffing, lack of modern tools, difficulties in cataloguing and classification backlogs, insufficient motivation, etc., as there are some challenges facing the technical departments of the studied academic library. The study also reveals, as an indication of a brighter future or good prospects for the technical divisions in the library studied, the increased advocacy for library automation, training opportunities available outside the country, introduction of an information management system, rapid transition from the manual method to the computerized method, etc. Based on the results, some recommendations were made.

scholarly journals Academic Library Video Services: Charting a Post-COVID Course

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 101-110
Author(s):  
Tara Murray Grove
Keyword(s):  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Streaming Video ◽  
State University ◽  
Video Content ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Teaching And Research ◽  
Penn State ◽  
Video Services

The vast majority of academic libraries offer streaming video services to support teaching and research, and demand for this already popular format from faculty and students increased when libraries closed their physical locations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite its popularity, many users are unfamiliar with copyright and terms of use for video content. Use of streaming video is further complicated by its availability on a variety of platforms using different licensing models. This case study shows how the Penn State University Libraries (PSUL) helped librarians, faculty, and students navigate access to video content for remote instruction during the pandemic. The examples of training library staff, educating faculty and students, and streamlining internal processes can be adapted by all academic libraries to provide greater access to video content. Demand for streaming video will continue even when libraries return to full in-person operations, so these approaches will continue to be relevant.

scholarly journals Touching history: Activating historical materials and enhancing inclusivity in the library

2021 ◽  
Vol 82 (2) ◽  
pp. 62
Author(s):  
Steve Ching ◽  
Brad New
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Cultural Preservation ◽  
Historical Materials ◽  
The Past ◽  
Digital Infrastructure ◽  
Digital Or ◽  
Do So

In recent decades there have been great efforts by librarians to integrate digital infrastructure and resources within academic libraries. Over the past two decades, important steps have been taken in Hong Kong towards historical and cultural preservation. However, it is crucial that users engage with these resources. When compared with contemporary tools and platforms of research favored by students nowadays, such as Google or Wikipedia, accessing and analyzing primary resources, whether digital or physical, is not a particularly easy or convenient task for students who have not been trained to do so.

Influence of satisfaction and loyalty on Net Promoter Score (NPS) in academic libraries in Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dyah Puspitasari Srirahayu ◽  
Esti Putri Anugrah ◽  
Khoirotun Layyinah
Keyword(s):  
Academic Libraries ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Public Higher Education ◽  
State University ◽  
Content Type ◽  
User Expectations ◽  
Higher Education Centers ◽  
The Relationship

PurposeThis study aims to determine the NPS score of state academic libraries users in Indonesia, the relationship between user loyalty and NPS scores and the relationship between user satisfaction with NPS.Design/methodology/approachThe method used in this research is quantitative explanatory method, which surveyed the relationship between satisfaction, loyalty and NPS variables based on the development of previous studies and existing theories. The population in this study were students visiting the state university library in Surabaya, Indonesia, namely Library A, Library B, Library C and Library D. The total number of samples taken was 200 divided equally to each of the universities, with 50 respondents respectively. Data collection was done with a questionnaire.FindingsThe Result shows that NPS value for academic library in Indonesia was 8. (1) The probability value of satisfaction with NPS is 0.18 (greater than 0.01) so H1 is rejected, meaning that satisfaction has no significant effect on NPS, (2) The probability value of satisfaction with loyalty is < 0.01 so that H0 is accepted. This means that satisfaction has a significant effect on loyalty and (3) The probability value of loyalty to NPS is < 0.01 so that H0 is accepted. This indicates that loyalty has a significant effect on NPS.Research limitations/implicationsTo get user satisfaction, libraries need to improve facilities and services in accordance with the characteristics and needs of users, so that user expectations will be met and achieve satisfaction. When user satisfaction has been fulfilled, user loyalty to library products will be formed, so the NPS score will increase which is manifested by users recommending the library to others. This research has limitations, namely that the object of research is only in public higher education centers, so for generalization it is necessary to add research objects such as private college libraries, public libraries or school libraries.Originality/valueResearch on loyalty by using NPS has not been done much especially in Indonesia. This study also examines the relationship between satisfaction and loyalty on NPS scores.

scholarly journals Management: Managing a Career in Place

2019 ◽  
Vol 58 (4) ◽  
pp. 205
Author(s):  
Diana D. Shonrock
Keyword(s):  
State University ◽  
Iowa State University ◽  
The Past ◽  
Hand Off ◽  
Entire Career ◽  
The Right

For the past ten years, I have had the pleasure of serving as editor of RUSQ’s Management column. In this space, I have enjoyed showcasing myriad perspectives on management broadly interpreted, articulated by an array of both aspiring and seasoned authors. As I prepared to hand off this responsibility after this issue, I realized that I have filled this role for longer than I ever spent at any one institution to this point in my career—which reminded me that an aspect of management I always wanted to present here is an entire career spent in one library. Managing a career in place, while not extinct, is a practice that waned over the years that our society became increasingly mobile and the notion of moving for opportunity took root. But in fact, a single library—if it’s the right one—can offer the chance to try new things, satisfy a sense of possibility, and advance one professionally, without all the packing and relocating. In this interview, former RUSA President Diana Shonrock shares the story of how she happened into her start in librarianship—and realized a fulfilling, multi-faceted career—all in one place: Iowa State University (ISU) in Ames, Iowa.—Editor

Sustainable Outreach

2010 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Chumbley ◽  
L.S. Chumbley
Keyword(s):  
Web Search ◽  
State University ◽  
Iowa State University ◽  
University Of Illinois ◽  
The Past ◽  
Group Lessons ◽  
Outreach Effort ◽  
K 12 ◽  
The University ◽  
Enhanced Learning

Over the past decade numerous institutions have developed programs geared toward providing scanning electron microscopy capabilities for use by teachers and educators in K–12 classrooms. Perhaps the longest continually running outreach effort began at Iowa State University in the mid-1990s. Termed Project ExCEL, the Extended Classroom for Enhanced Learning, this effort employs a web-operable SEM, termed the WebSEM, which was developed in cooperation with RJ Lee Group. Lessons have been conducted in a number of states around the U.S., as well as several international locations. Several other sites also exist; perhaps the most successful at maintaining a steady user base and marketing itself is Bugscope at the University of Illinois. A summary and listing of other sites most easily found by a simple web search is included in reference.

Testing for Plant-parasitic Nematodes that Feed on Corn in Iowa 2000-2010

2011 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 2 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gregory L. Tylka ◽  
Adam J. Sisson ◽  
Laura C. Jesse ◽  
John Kennicker ◽  
Christopher C. Marett
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Time ◽  
Parasitic Nematodes ◽  
State University ◽  
Root Lesion Nematode ◽  
Plant Parasitic Nematodes ◽  
Iowa State University ◽  
Population Densities ◽  
The Past ◽  
Lesion Nematode ◽  
Plant Parasitic

The Iowa State University Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinic analyzes soil and root samples for plant-parasitic nematodes. The results of samples associated with corn that were submitted from 2000 through 2010 were summarized. One or more genera of plant-parasitic nematodes were found in 92% of the samples. Spiral nematode and root-lesion nematode were most commonly found. Other nematodes recovered were dagger, lance, needle, pin, ring, and stunt nematodes. Nematodes recovered at damaging population densities were dagger, needle, ring, and spiral nematodes. An average of 15 samples were submitted per year from 2000 to 2004. Sample numbers increased nearly threefold since 2005, but overall sample numbers were low every year from 2000 through 2010. Samples were received from 53 of the 99 Iowa counties, and most samples were received in June and July, which is the recommended sampling time. Nematodes that have been associated with corn in Iowa in the past that were not recovered from the samples were sheath, sting, and stubby-root nematodes. The methods used to extract the nematodes from soil and roots and how the samples were handled during collection and processing may have affected the species and population densities recovered. Much more frequent and widespread sampling is needed in Iowa for plant-parasitic nematodes that feed on corn. Accepted for publication 28 October 2011. Published 5 December 2011.

scholarly journals The Value of Research in Academic Libraries

2013 ◽  
Vol 74 (2) ◽  
pp. 143-158 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gay Helen Perkins ◽  
Amy J.W. Slowik
Keyword(s):  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Perceived Value ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
American Universities ◽  
The Past ◽  
Library Research ◽  
Research Incentives

In the summer of 2010, two researchers interviewed twenty-three library administrators of comparable academic libraries at American universities for their views of the value of research in academic libraries. The interview questions focused on the administrators’ perceived value of academic librarians’ research, incentives given to academic librarians to research, factors that influence the administrators’ thinking about academic library research, opinions about the changes in Americans libraries in the past decades, and directions that they see the academic library heading. This paper reflects the answers of these (anonymous) administrators and attempts to analyze patterns in their responses that will be of value to the academic library and its community in America.

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