Michael Casey, Director of Technology at Gwinnett Public Library, and Michael Stephens, Assistant Professor at Dominican University, discussed transparency, planning, and change in libraries. They addressed barriers to transparency in libraries and how to establish open communication and trust. A new model of transparent communication was presented that could help libraries adapt to changing times through barrier-free sharing of information and an open roadmap for the future.
Why open education is the best way forwardFarhad Dastur
Open education takes the spirit of sharing, creativity, and transparency and leverages those with the flattening capabilities of the Internet, the portability of mobile computing, and the wider freedoms of flexible copyright to improve accessibility, enrich content, and foster creative collaboration. Come hear one educator’s experiences with open education and why he believes that librarians are integral to the success of this grand project. There will be generous time for questions.
This is the presentation given during the OER slot at the JISC10 conference in April 2010 at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, Westminster, London.
Why open education is the best way forwardFarhad Dastur
Open education takes the spirit of sharing, creativity, and transparency and leverages those with the flattening capabilities of the Internet, the portability of mobile computing, and the wider freedoms of flexible copyright to improve accessibility, enrich content, and foster creative collaboration. Come hear one educator’s experiences with open education and why he believes that librarians are integral to the success of this grand project. There will be generous time for questions.
This is the presentation given during the OER slot at the JISC10 conference in April 2010 at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, Westminster, London.
A list of internship job descriptions, opportunities and possibilities created for Maryland Special Libraries Association Job Search Workshop. October 12, 2013
at the Universities at Shady Grove.
A list of internship job descriptions, opportunities and possibilities created for Maryland Special Libraries Association Job Search Workshop. October 12, 2013
at the Universities at Shady Grove.
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Collaborative online communities have developed a variety of products and services often relying on voluntary labor well known examples include a computer operating system, a web browser, an online encyclopedia, and even the design of t-shirts. Yochai Benkler wrote in The Penguin and the Leviathan, "once you open the possibility that people are not only using the web as a platform … but to pool their efforts, knowledge, and resources … the possibilities for what they can create are astounding." Taking a cue from Benkler, our aim was to create a learning resource that radically improves the treatment and management of a chronic disease in children by making it possible for a geographically dispersed community of clinicians, scientists, patients, and parents to pool their knowledge and learn from each other. We will share what we have learned about the high tech of the building a web space, as well as, our approach to design relying on personas and scenarios, organizing learning resources through taxonomy and folksonomy, and engaging the community through co-design. While this social learning intervention is directed toward a medical need, the principles of this approach are applicable in any organization that wishes to capitalize on the web as a platform to enable the creation of user-generated content and to create a community that learns by sharing what they know.
Looks at approaches to dissemination of health information research and its outcomes. Includes a look at what makes a good research article. Presented by Dr. Graham Walton at the CILIPS Centenary Conference Scottish Health Information NEtwork seminar which took place on 4 Jun 2008.
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at Integral University, Lucknow, 06.06.2024
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A workshop hosted by the South African Journal of Science aimed at postgraduate students and early career researchers with little or no experience in writing and publishing journal articles.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
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The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
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• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
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Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
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Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
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Session e202
1. Session E202 – Transparency, Planning,
& Change: See-Through Libraries
Michael Casey, Division Director -
Technology, Gwinnett Public Library
Michael Stephens, Assistant Professor,
Dominican University
2. What is Google’s Mission?
Google's mission is to organize the world's
information and make it universally
accessible and useful.
– Ten things Google has found to be true.
– Never Settle for the Best!
12. New World of Librarianship by
Michael Stephens
• TAME THE WEB
13. Michael Casey and Darien Public
Library
A new model in communication
14. Resources
Casey, Michael & Stephens, Michael. (2007) The Transparent Library:
Introducing the Michaels. Retrieved May 5, 2008 from Library
Journal Website :
http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6429283.html?
industryid=47356
Balter, Dave. (2007) The Strategic Benefits of Transparency.
Retrieved May 14, 2008 from Harvard Business Publishing website :
http://conversationstarter.hbsp.com/2007/11/the_challenge_of_leading
_an_tr.html
CIL 2008 Presentation Slides
Michael Stephen’s Blog Tame the Web
Michael Casey’s Blog LibraryCrunch
David Lee King’s Blog David Lee King
Editor's Notes
Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Focus on the user and all else will follow. It's best to do one thing really, really well. Fast is better than slow. Democracy on the web works. You don't need to be at your desk to need an answer. You can make money without doing evil. There's always more information out there. The need for information crosses all borders. You can be serious without a suit. Great just isn't good enough.
Reality Check— Libraries are Businesses, some may be non-profit but businesses non the less. We need to think of libraries even academic libraries in that context. Harvard Business Review post Enron “Guilty until proven innocent.” “Perception of risk that comes with radical transparency.” “What if we never regain public trust?”
Barriers. Roadblocks. Inability to change. The culture of perfect.
What is transparency? Wall Street World’s defines Transparency as “The full, accurate, and timely disclosure of information.” Three components: open communication, adapting to change, scanning the horizon.
As an aside, for my presentation, I am sharing an experience I had with faculty member who taught my organizational psych course many years ago to start our conversation. This faculty member was studying the Aborigines in Australia, their perceptions and social culture. His office was set up without a desk and only low shelving to sit in a square on pillows. I have to say, at that time, when I went to see him during his office hours I was taken aback. I was expecting the traditional desk and chair. It was so out of my comfort zone that I left without staying to talk with him.
The rise of the citizen journalist. A desire for fairness and openness. How can we translate this to our library? What does open communication look like?
Our cells grow, multiply, and die everyday. Our hair, fingernails, and body regenerates over a period of time. So we are changing everyday even though we may not be aware of it. Change is a part of Life. Life is not black and white, learn to embrace the gray!
What are our roadblocks? How can we overcome them and reach out? The transparent library both listens and talks. The library is connected, breeding expectation for open conversation.
Showing signs from libraries - bad signs from libraries! People are talking about us. What stuff are you giving them to talk about? Asking - What are your roadblocks? inability to use open source software we’ve always done it this way control-freak IT support No admin priviledges only making cosmetic changes budget no time The excessive love of process Luddite trustees
Road map to transparency open conversation (aside - nice slide!) visit the front lines cross train, provide learning for all staff consider the role of anonymity what would you add? Don’t ask staff for input if you are not going to use it Going to the field: bring them out (managers) visit the front lines examine different staffing models develop big picture understanding administrators should understand everyone’s roles get out of the office! decisions are not made in a vacuum crucial if administrators are not librarians
Michael Casey is the Information Technology Director for the Gwinnett County Public Library in metropolitan Atlanta. Named a Mover & Shaker by Library Journal in March 2007, Michael writes the blog LibraryCrunch and he is the author of “ Library 2.0: A Guide to Participatory Library Service ” (2007, Information Today Press) and contributer to “ Library 2.0 and Beyond ” (2007, Libraries Unlimited). He has written and spoken extensively on the subject of modern library services.