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The presentation by Alison McNab discusses the impact of economic challenges on academic libraries and the innovative strategies being implemented at De Montfort University to engage students and enhance library services. Key topics include the introduction of e-induction for new students, e-learning initiatives, and various library projects aimed at improving student performance and resource accessibility. The presentation emphasizes the importance of adapting to technological advancements and fostering student engagement through social media and mobile resources.
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- 1. Presentation on E-Developments in Academic Libraries given at the Collaborative Partner Academic Support Development Day, De Montfort University on Thursday 7th July 2011Alison McNab
- 2. E-Developments in Academic LibrariesAlison McNabAcademic Team ManagerLibrary Services, De Montfort UniversityAMcNab@dmu.ac.ukhttp://eclectic.estuff.our.dmu.ac.uk/
- 3. “The scale of the cuts means that libraries must rethink the kinds and levels of service they provide in support of their universities’ missions” RIN/SCONUL Challenges for academic libraries in difficult economic times March 2010The challenge
- 4. Students at the Heart of the System
- 5. Difficult and uncertain timesTough times for FE and HEA sustained period of cuts and restructuring across the sectorDisruptive technologies “The iPad will help change the entire PC ecosystem” (Gartner 2010)
- 6. OverviewE-inductionE-learningE-enquiriesE-booksEverything going mobileEngaging with students through social media
- 7. e-inductionNew approach to basic undergraduate induction in 2011/12e-induction module link to be emailed to students before they arrive: students will be expected to complete the e-induction; the motivation is to be able to “activate their library account”.students must complete multiple choice questions; cannot progress to next section unless all answers correcte-induction will deal with all the “housekeeping” information about the librarytext will be made available via the library web pages (PDF)Groups offered a Library Trail to orient students around the building“Induction plus” still available for associate colleges & distance learning courses but needs to be arranged with subject librarian
- 8. e-learning 1 Aug 2011: DMU launches the Centre for Enhancing Learning through Technology (CELT)CELT will support the delivery of the e-learning related objectives of the University Learning Teaching & Assessment Strategy (ULTAS)CELT will provide a physical and virtual hub for e-learning developments at DMUhttp://www.learnex.dmu.ac.uk/
- 9. e-Learning Pathfinder ProjectBuilding enhanced institutional knowledge of both Web 2.0 technologies and developmental strategies that support pedagogic and epistemological participation. Implementing professional development strategies for staff in human resources, IT support and library services, for the integration of institutional and non-institutional virtual spaces. Delivering differentiated strategies for extending virtual spaces through social networks and user-generated content aligned with e-learning networks, in order to deliver improved retention and progression. Scoping professional development methodologies that utilise Web2.0 technologieshttp://dmupathfinder.blogspot.com/
- 10. Current ELT ProjectsLIDP: Library Impact Data Project - investigating library data to see if there is any correlation with student attainment PITSTOP: Supporting Students on Placement - investigating impact of mediated asynchronous online discussion boards on student’s academic performance while on practice placements EXPLORER: Embedding eXisting & Proprietary Learning in an Open-source Repository to Evolve new Resources - improving workflows in collecting research data for the repository (DORA) SCOOTER: Sickle Cell Open: Online Topics and Educational Resources - producing educational resources on the topics of Sickle Cell Anaemia and ThalassemiaTIGER: Transforming Interprofessional Groups through Educational Resources - investigating curriculum innovation through development of reusable, customisable Open Educational Resources (OERs) in Health and Social Care
- 11. E-ENQUIRIES @ DMUJust Ask! justask@dmu.ac.ukResponse within 24 hoursReferral service
- 12. e-books (1)JISC national e-books observatory projectSubscription e-books “free” e-booksEnhanced contente-Book Finderhttp://ebookfinder.labs.eduserv.org.uk/
- 13. e-books (2)Accessibility advice from:JISC TechDishttp://www.jisctechdis.ac.uk/British Dyslexia Associationhttp://bdatech.org/RNIBhttp://www.rnib.org.uk/
- 14. e-books (3)Handheld devicesDedicated e-readersPDFsLeisure reading
- 15. Everything going mobileWhy?Student experienceAccess on-the-goAccessibilityProductivity tools
- 16. The Challenges of Mobile DeliveryPromoting handheld access but avoiding excluding some usersProviding support within the college / university community Identifying suitable mobile content
- 17. Identifying suitable mobile contentApps vs Mobile platformsCurating or creating content?Subscription databasesE-journals / E-printsE-books
- 18. Mobile access to e-resourcesWhy?Access on-the-goAccessibilityMaximising access to subscription resourcesWhat?Mobile applications from publishersDatabases with mobile websites
- 20. Engaging with students through social media
- 22. PITSTOP project ran from Aug 2010 - Jan 2011. Funded by SWAP, the Social Policy and Social Work Subject Centre of the Higher Education Academy On-line discussion board:for DMU social work students on their second year practice placementand for their practice educators, on site practice assessors and tutorsMediated by Julie Kent (tutor) and Jason Eyre (subject librarian)
- 23. EvaluationWhat are we doing?Why are we doing it?Is it effective?
Editor's Notes
- #3: 45 minutes including questions