Teaching Librarian

Kris Helge is the Scholarly Communications Librarian at the University of North Texas. He earned a J.D from the South Texas College of Law, a M.S. in Library Science from the University of North Texas, a B.A. from Baylor University, and is a Ph.D. student studying Information Science at the University of North Texas. Laura F. McKinnon is the head of the Research and Instructional Services department at the University of North Texas Libraries. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Telecommunication from the University of Florida, a Juris Doctor degree from the Florida State University College of Law, and a Master of Science in Library and Information Studies (M.L.I.S.) degree from the Florida State University.

"...It is well presented, with practical guides, suggestions and examples for the teaching librarian;...it could also be used by new graduates or even student librarians looking for career avenues..."--Australian Library Journal,Vol 63, No 4

• DedicationList of abbreviationsAbout the authorsChapter 1: Web 2.0 tools: benefits, detriments, and usage for effective pedagogyAbstract:IntroductionDifference between Web 1.0 and Web 2.0Importance of using Web 2.0 toolsTeaching librarians’ roles in using Web 2.0 technologiesStudents’ roles with Web 2.0 toolsEmpirical research showing benefits of Web 2.0 learningUsing specific Web 2.0 tools in pedagogyOrganization is key – instructors’ use of wikisHow a face-to-face class can augment the use of a wikiLearning and cost effectiveness of a wikiEmpirical research on MoodleBenefits of using a MoodleVaried Moodle formatsMoodle trainingOrganization of MoodleEmpirical studies regarding Second LifeExample assignment using Second LifeImplementing the advantages of Adobe ConnectStudent use of Adobe Connect to augment presentationsEmpirical research supporting the use of mind mapsPotential copyright problem with YouTubeExample assignment using YouTubeChoosing a pertinent Web 2.0 toolMeeting the needs of non-traditional studentsConclusionChapter 2: Using the LibGuides platform for more than just hosting electronic pathfindersAbstract:IntroductionWeb 2.0 features and support in the LibGuides platformRelevance and use of the LibGuides platform: a studyUses for teaching librarians – at the reference desk and beyondUses for teaching librarians – in the classroomConsiderations: cost, time, patron use, and copyright and plagiarismBest practices for using the LibGuides platform in pedagogyConclusionChapter 3: Cloud computing for teaching librariansAbstract:IntroductionCloud computing defined and explainedRelevance of cloud computingUses for teaching librarians and examples of specific cloud services availableConsiderations: access, security and privacy, reliability, and trainingBest practices for using cloud computing in pedagogyConclusionChapter 4: Mobile apps for teaching librariansAbstract:IntroductionUses for teaching librariansApps geared toward libraries in generalApps for taking and organizing notesApps for organizing ideas and resourcesCloud computing appsApps for reading and researchingCourse management appsApp buildersConsiderations: cost, security and privacy, availability, and reliabilityBest practices for using mobile apps in pedagogyConclusionChapter 5: Preparing faculty, administration, and students for Web 2.0 tools, and an introduction to Web 3.0Abstract:Introduction - preparing the faculty for the technological revolutionManaging the technical glitches - an example involving feedbackHow to implement a pre-test/post-test to evaluate a Web 2.0 tool continuallyPractical use of this empirical knowledgeEmerging technologies - Web 3.0ConclusionChapter 6: Legal information related to Web 2.0 and Web 3.0Abstract:IntroductionUS defamationUK defamationCost of litigationGovernmental immunityCopyrightHypothetical scenario to understand copyright lawDigital excerpts on e-reserve and licensing agreementsOther US exceptions to copyrightsUK exceptions to copyright for educational purposesCreative CommonsSPARC AddendumImages and US copyrightCopyright tipsConclusionAppendix: useful websites and other linksIndex