The Survey of Library Services for Distance Learning Programs, 2014 Edition
The Survey of Library Services for Distance Learning Programs, 2014 Edition

Author: Primary Research Group

Publisher: Primary Research Group Inc

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 105

ISBN-13: 1574402633

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The study examines how academic libraries are serving their institution’s distance and blended learning programs, including the impact of the rapid development of MOOCs and the increasing use of lecture capture in online courses. The study looks at staffing, budgets, salaries and other nuts and bolts aspects of college library programs to serve distance learners. It also probes how librarians communicate with distance learners – through online information literacy courses, online tutorials, instant messaging and a strong presence on course management systems, among many other ways. The study offers hard data on the percentage of distance learning librarians that archive and use lecture capture materials, their spending on licensed films and other intellectual property for distance learners, and the ways that librarians track contacts with distance learning students and much more.

Handbook of Distance Education
Handbook of Distance Education

Author: Michael Grahame Moore

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2018-12-07

Total Pages: 690

ISBN-13: 131529611X

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The Handbook of Distance Education, 4th Edition is a comprehensive compendium of research in the field of distance education. The volume is divided into four sections covering the historical and theoretical foundations of distance education, attributes of teaching and learning using technology, management and administration, and different audiences and providers. Throughout, leading scholars address future research needs and directions based on current research, established practices, and recent changes to implementation, pedagogy, and policy.

Library Programs and Services
Library Programs and Services

Author: G. Edward Evans

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2015-06-30

Total Pages: 406

ISBN-13:

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Covering every essential topic ranging from circulation and literacy instruction to reference and security, this benchmark text provides an up-to-date, broadly based view of library public service and its functions. Supplying essential, foundational reading for students of library public services as well as an up-to-date overview for practitioners who wish to refresh their knowledge or acquaint themselves with a new area of responsibility, this book's broad and solid coverage will benefit anyone concerned with developing or maintaining the public face of the library. A revision and expansion of Libraries Unlimited's Introduction to Library Public Services: Seventh Edition, this edition has new chapters covering such topics as e-resources, collections, print and other media, and facilities and funding. Additionally, every chapter has been substantially updated and reorganized to better reflect the role of technology in library services today. The book begins with background information on public services in libraries and an analysis of the library's public service philosophy. Then, the authors delve into staffing and assessment of services, moving logically to major functional areas of public services—reference, instruction, document delivery, circulation and reserves, collections, programming, safety and security issues, and facilities and funding. Real-life anecdotes from public, academic, and school libraries illustrate principles and concepts throughout the book. For each topic, the authors detail its role and philosophy, and offer key points to remember, references, and lists for further reading.

The Survey of Distance Learning Programs in Higher Education, 2014 Edition
The Survey of Distance Learning Programs in Higher Education, 2014 Edition

Author: Primary Research Group

Publisher: Primary Research Group Inc

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 165

ISBN-13: 1574402765

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This study looks closely at the finances, educational management, enrollment prospects, technology use, advertising strategy and other facets of distance learning programs in higher education. The 165+ page report gives detailed data on the following: enrollment trends, tuition prices, marketing spending, program costs, role in developing MOOCs, use of and plans for use of MOOCs from other institutions, and much much more.

Health Informatics - E-Book
Health Informatics - E-Book

Author: Ramona Nelson

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2016-12-08

Total Pages: 691

ISBN-13: 0323402259

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Awarded second place in the 2017 AJN Book of the Year Awards in the Information Technology category. See how information technology intersects with health care! Health Informatics: An Interprofessional Approach, 2nd Edition prepares you for success in today's technology-filled healthcare practice. Concise coverage includes information systems and applications such as electronic health records, clinical decision support, telehealth, ePatients, and social media tools, as well as system implementation. New to this edition are topics including data science and analytics, mHealth, principles of project management, and contract negotiations. Written by expert informatics educators Ramona Nelson and Nancy Staggers, this edition enhances the book that won a 2013 American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year award! - Experts from a wide range of health disciplines cover the latest on the interprofessional aspects of informatics — a key Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) initiative and a growing specialty area in nursing. - Case studies encourage higher-level thinking about how concepts apply to real-world nursing practice. - Discussion questions challenge you to think critically and to visualize the future of health informatics. - Objectives, key terms and an abstract at the beginning of each chapter provide an overview of what you will learn. - Conclusion and Future Directions section at the end of each chapter describes how informatics will continue to evolve as healthcare moves to an interprofessional foundation. - NEW! Updated chapters reflect the current and evolving practice of health informatics, using real-life healthcare examples to show how informatics applies to a wide range of topics and issues. - NEW mHealth chapter discusses the use of mobile technology, a new method of health delivery — especially for urban or under-served populations — and describes the changing levels of responsibility for both patients and providers. - NEW Data Science and Analytics in Healthcare chapter shows how Big Data — as well as analytics using data mining and knowledge discovery techniques — applies to healthcare. - NEW Project Management Principles chapter discusses proven project management tools and techniques for coordinating all types of health informatics-related projects. - NEW Contract Negotiations chapter describes strategic methods and tips for negotiating a contract with a healthcare IT vendor. - NEW Legal Issues chapter explains how federal regulations and accreditation processes may impact the practice of health informatics. - NEW HITECH Act chapter explains the regulations relating to health informatics in the Health Information Technology for Education and Clinical Health Act as well as the Meaningful Use and Medicare Access & CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015.

Handbook of Research on Transformative Digital Content and Learning Technologies
Handbook of Research on Transformative Digital Content and Learning Technologies

Author: Keengwe, Jared

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-12-21

Total Pages: 479

ISBN-13: 1522520015

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Technology is constantly evolving and can now aid society with the quest for knowledge in education systems. It is important to integrate the most recent technological advances into curriculums and classrooms, so the learning process can evolve just as technology has done. The Handbook of Research on Transformative Digital Content and Learning Technologies provides fresh insight into the most recent advancements and issues regarding educational technologies in contemporary classroom environments. Featuring detailed coverage on a variety of topics, such as mobile technology integration, ICT literacy integration, digital wellness, online group counseling, and distance learning, this publication will appeal to researchers and practitioners who are interested in discovering more about technological integration in education.

Handbook of Research on Determining the Reliability of Online Assessment and Distance Learning
Handbook of Research on Determining the Reliability of Online Assessment and Distance Learning

Author: Moura, Ana S.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2020-11-13

Total Pages: 548

ISBN-13: 1799847705

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Though in the past online learning was considered of poorer professional quality than classroom learning, it has become a useful and, in some cases, vital tool for promoting the inclusivity of education. Some of its benefits include allowing greater accessibility to educational resources previously unattainable by those in rural areas, and in current times, it has proven to be a critical asset as universities shut down due to natural disasters and pandemics. Examining the current state of distance learning and determining online assessment tools and processes that can enhance the online learning experience are clearly crucial for the advancement of modern education. The Handbook of Research on Determining the Reliability of Online Assessment and Distance Learning is a collection of pioneering investigations on the methods and applications of digital technologies in the realm of education. It provides a clear and extensive analysis of issues regarding online learning while also offering frameworks to solve these addressed problems. Moreover, the book reviews and evaluates the present and intended future of distance learning, focusing on the societal and employer perspective versus the academic proposals. While highlighting topics including hybrid teaching, blended learning, and telelearning, this book is ideally designed for teachers, academicians, researchers, educational administrators, and students.

The Fortuitous Teacher
The Fortuitous Teacher

Author: Sarah Cisse

Publisher: Chandos Publishing

Published: 2016-03-03

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 0081002408

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The Fortuitous Teacher: A Guide to Successful One-Shot Library Instruction discusses how librarians have become accidental teachers in the academic university setting. It covers how (if at all) librarians are prepared by MILS programs to teach, compares typical characteristics of teachers versus librarians, and presents tactics on how to learn effective teaching skills on the job. In addition, readers will learn about the history of library instruction, the different types of library instruction, and the dynamics of one-shot library instruction, classroom culture, faculty buy-in, and collaboration. - Examines how MILS programs prepare librarians to teach - Compares the typical characteristics of effective teachers and librarians - Offers advice for new academic librarians who take on the role of classroom teacher - Explores future trends in library instruction and how to apply this to one-shot instruction sessions

Planning Academic Library Orientations
Planning Academic Library Orientations

Author: Kylie Bailin

Publisher: Chandos Publishing

Published: 2018-06-28

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13: 0081021739

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Colleges and universities throughout the world plan library orientations for first years or specific audiences such as transfer or international students. These events can vary greatly in shape and form depending on the size, resources and staff of the institution, orientation schedule, and whether it is mandatory for students. Some institutions plan day-long events, elaborate games, or scavenger hunts; some offer drop in sessions or library tours; others offer an online orientation. Planning Academic Library Orientations gathers case studies from around the world covering a wide variety of approaches as a guide to those revamping or creating new library orientations. Chapters are organized into the following thematic sections: Games; Marketing & Promotion; Partnerships; Targeting Specific Audiences; Technology; and Tours, and are cross-referenced if they touch on additional themes. Each chapter includes institutional information so readers can decide which type of orientation is appropriate for their own institution and see what resources are required. - Gives guidance on best practices for academic library orientations - Gathers examples from around the world to provide international perspective - Empowers librarians to take aim at the anxiety felt by new and first year students - Presents effective ways of introducing students to what a college/university library is, what it contains, and where to find information, while also showing how helpful librarians can be

Partnerships and New Roles in the 21st-Century Academic Library
Partnerships and New Roles in the 21st-Century Academic Library

Author: Bradford Lee Eden

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2015-09-18

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 1442255412

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The fifth volume in this series focuses on creating partnerships and developing new roles for libraries in the 21st century. It includes such topics such as consulting, coaching, assessment and engagement partnerships, university commercialization, adult student support, librarian-faculty partnerships in developing and supporting new academic courses, and creating and staffing the information commons. The concept of embedded librarianship is touched upon in the context of extending the role of the librarian outside the library. The chapters in this volume demonstrate that just as students are extending the ways in which they learn, librarians must embrace new roles and modalities if they are to provide the types of support required by patrons. A typical example of growing importance: massive open online courses (MOOCs) create challenges and opportunities as they are constantly evolving; they change fundamentally the way students interact with teachers, their fellow students, any course content, and existing or new library services. To survive, librarians need to be engaged in ways that push beyond current professional limits in order to better support the needs of learners. Doing this will not be an easy task, but one that librarians are certainly up to. It is hoped that this volume, and the series in general, will be a valuable and exciting addition to the discussions and planning surrounding the future directions, services, and careers in the 21st-century academic library.