ulearn & the jwu library
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Agenda (items in bold are covered in this slide presentation)
Live demo of the ulearn interface-Amy
Introduction to Embedded Librarianship, with live
demo – David
Brief slide presentation clarifying when (and
when not) to use LibGuides - David
Structured Q&A (Possible ulearn questions for
the library, and their answers) – Amy and David
Open Q&A – Amy and David
Objectives
Understand the basic functions of ulearn
Learn what the library can and can‟t do for students
Provide an introduction to the embedded librarian
program
Further training will come later (~Summer 2010)
There is significant demand anticipated for embedded
librarians in the Fall
Embedded librarianship
What is it?
When a librarian is detailed to a specific course
Mostly online learning courses
But, this service can also be provided, as needed, to local
classes (particularly upper-level, research-heavy courses)
Embedded librarianship
What is it?
The librarian works outside of the traditional reference
desk context, and instead interacts with students within
the structure of a course
Entails getting actively involved on a course-level:
Embedded librarianship
Why do it?
To provide information literacy in an online environment
We will be able to provide deep and tailored research
assistance
To make the library a continual presence in distance
students‟ academic experience
Embedded librarianship
Why do it? Gain the opportunity to obtain a more comprehensive sense of
the JWU community, for collection development and resource
building
„Does not take you away from your “day job”; just redefines it
and expands the influence of the libraries.‟ from Carlson, Jake, and Ruth Kneale. "Embedded librarianship in the research context." College & Research Libraries
News 72.3 (2011): 167-170. Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts. EBSCO. Web. 4 Apr. 2011.
Embedded Librarianship
How does it work?
Ulearn
Discussion boards
Library modules
LibGuides
Video tutorials
Embedded Librarianship
Principles for Success (adapted)
Be collaborative and flexible
Build trusted relationships
„Have an entrepreneurial mindset. … the ability to
recognize or create an opportunity and take action aimed
at realizing the innovative knowledge practice or product‟
„Accept risk.‟ adapted from Carlson, Jake, and Ruth Kneale. "Embedded librarianship in the research
context." College & Research Libraries News 72.3 (2011): 167-170. Library, Information Science &
Technology Abstracts. EBSCO. Web. 4 Apr. 2011.
Workload
Dependent upon how much the instructor is willing to
bring you into their class
Very similar to the workload of a BI
With a little more maintenance/follow-up
An example….
An „average‟ course: Week 0 (Before the Course
Begins)
Meet with the Instructor (1-3 hours)
Develop expectations
Plan a research assignment, if possible
Create a library space on the ulearn page (15
minutes)
Contact information
“Ask A Librarian,” forum
An „average‟ course: Week 0 (Before the Course
Begins)
Begin planning assignment (30 minutes)
Begin planning LibGuide (30 minutes)
If making instructional videos from scratch (i.e. the
videos in the pre-fabricated tutorial library do not
cover your topic) put in a request for a video. (30
minutes)
An „average‟ course: Week 1
Introduce yourself to the course in a Week One
Discussion Board (30 minutes)
Answer any questions in the “Ask a Librarian” forum
(0-30 minutes; closer to 0)
You can set up an RSS feed so that you will be notified of
all new posts in the “Ask…” forum
Begin to prepare your LibGuide (1 hour)
Begin to prepare your assignment(1 hour)
An „average‟ course: Week 2
Finish up your LibGuide (2 hours)
Finish compiling your library instruction assignment
(1 hour)
An „average‟ course: Week 3/4
Post the assignment in the Week 3 discussion board
(30 minutes)
Work with the professor to make sure the assignment is
graded!
Provide a link to the LibGuide (which should contain
the videos as well) (5 minutes)
An „average‟ course: Week 3/4
As students post their responses to the library
assignment, provide feedback and guidance
You can suggest other databases and further articles,
provide citation corrections, etc. (15-30 minutes a day, for
5-8 days)
An „average‟ course: Week 5-End
Maintain your role as a point of contact for the
students (0-60 minutes)
Continue to answer questions in the „Ask a Librarian
Discussion‟ board (0-60 minutes)
What‟s next?
We are currently prototyping a single instance of
embedded librarianship
Planning on more embedding librarians in more
courses in the fall
What‟s next?
Developing a library of interchangeable videos
The Video Production Working Group
Will lead to short (30 second-90 second) videos that can
be used to provide bibliographic instruction
If the video does not exist, send a request to the Video
Team through the web form (forthcoming)
What‟s the Difference Between ulearn and
LibGuides
And why should I care?
Instructors may be confused, as they are outwardly
similar
They are actually quite different
When used in harmony provides the best of both
platforms
LibGuides
Created and administered by Librarians
Multiple types:
Aids during in-class library instruction
Class Guides
Subject Guides
Current event/awareness LibGuides
ulearn
Is…
A virtual classroom management space
A web space for a particular course
Maintained by the instructor
ulearn
Used To/For….
Provide readings
Students to electronically submit assignments
Facilitate regular class communication
Which platform do I choose if I want:
An instructional aid for a class on library research?
LibGuides ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
An instructional aid for a class on library research?
LibGuides
are an excellent
accompaniment for a
librarian presenter to use
when they talk about
research strategies and
resources
ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
Links and uploads for weekly readings and viewings?
LibGuides ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
Links and uploads for weekly readings and viewings?
LibGuides ulearn
structures the class as a
whole, week by week,
and can provide services
such as paper
submission and reading
distribution.
Which platform do I choose if I want:
A web page that helps students complete specific
assignments using library research tools?
LibGuides ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
A web page that helps students complete specific
assignments using library research tools?
LibGuides are great for assisting in
research assignments, as all the elements a student needs (books in the catalog, web links, web video, library databases) can be in a guide
ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
To put information up that is restricted, either due to
copyright limitations or privacy concerns?
LibGuides ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
To put information up that is restricted, either due to
copyright limitations or privacy concerns?
LibGuides ulearn ulearn course pages are
protected by passwords, and only students enrolled in the class can access the materials held in the course pages
Therefore certain copyrighted materials, when used under the doctrine of fair use, may be uploaded to a ulearn course page
Which platform do I choose if I want:
A research guide for an entire subject, presenting the best books, articles, and databases
LibGuides ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
A research guide for an entire subject, presenting the best books, articles, and databases
LibGuides are great for containing web
links, links to library databases, library books, and research tips on a specific subject.
As these are made by librarians who hold expertise in the subject field, these guides hold the best resources available in the library and on the internet on a specific subject.
ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
To upload documents (videos, slides, syllabi, etc.)
LibGuides ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
To upload documents (videos, slides, syllabi, etc.)
LibGuides ulearn Provides server space to
upload your documents, and is a convenient place to organize your documents by week
Is password protected and restricted by class
Videos need to be uploaded through the Office of Online Learning
Which platform do I choose if I want:
A page or group of pages that I (the instructor) will manage?
LibGuides ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
A page or group of pages that I (the instructor) will manage?
LibGuides ulearn
To manage on your own,
based on a master
course template that you
may or may not have
helped build.
Which platform do I choose if I want:
A place to promote student interaction, through comments, discussion board, and chat
LibGuides ulearn
Which platform do I choose if I want:
A place to promote student interaction, through comments, discussion board, and chat
LibGuides ulearn
has many platforms for
communication, including
discussion boards and
chat rooms.
Which platform do I choose if I want:
Links to web sites and embedded web video.
LibGuides
As a course-specific
guide for the best library
and web resources
available for the course,
through links to library
databases and weblinks
ulearn can also be used for
linking / embedding.
to connect a specific web resource to a learning activity (e.g., discussion, assignment) and/or specific time in the course (e.g., week 3)
Any Questions? Contact…
The JWU-Providence Library JWU Office of Online Learning
401-598-1121
Yena Center
111 Dorrance St.
http://jwu-ri.libguides.com/
401-598-2778
[email protected] Downcity
campusLower level of Xavier Hall
https://tech4academics.jwu.edu/AT/index.html