LI801:  Libraries Endure Regardless of Changes

This paper takes a historic look at the purposes and needs for libraries and the similarities and differences.  It articulates how libraries strive to continue with the changes occurring in the library profession.

LI802:  Nonverbal Communication Learning Seminar

It is important to understand this aspect of communication and technological changes to provide better, well-rounded library services in a changing environment.  Nonverbal communication ranges from signage to a library's architectural design.  These factors influence the usage by users.

LI802:  Synthesis Interview Project

This project covers many aspects of the library discipline and the format in which the information is presented displays the use of current available technology.

LI803:  Information Transfer Profess in Art: Gustav Klimt and Art Nouveau

The information transfer process if a cornerstone of information services and this paper shows how knowledge is created and disseminated using the art discipline as an example.

LI804:  Google's Impact on Library Interfaces:  OPAC’s

Sites like Google and Amazon has greatly influenced users' expectations and how they search for information.  These two sites have set the bar for ease of utility, speed, and correctness unlike most current library interfaces.  In order to stay relevant and make searching more Google-like, library OPAC's need to be redesigned.

LI805:  Changing Perceptions about Video Gaming and How This Affects Libraries

It necessary to have an understanding of the current and past library paradigms.  It is meaningless, unless the knowledge can be used in a way that shapes current and future learning.  Public libraries are slowly moving to integrate video games into their collections as this format or medium has gained popularity.  Current research has shown that video games is a form of dynamic learning for all ages.

View the my wiki section titled Video Gaming and Libraries based on this paper.

LI805:  The Importance of Studying Organization Theory

One must study the organization theory in order to successfully serve clients’ needs.  Organization theory allows us, as information professionals, to understand the user's ontology to provide better services.

LI812:  Database Analysis Using WilsonWeb and JSTOR

With a plethora of information and information sources available it is vital to determine what is useful, accurate, and timely in order to help clients.  This paper compares two databases frequently used within the library field to determine how some of the search functions operate in each database.

LI812:  Searching for Information on How to Lower High Blood Pressure:  Using Electronic Resources and Interview Process

This assignment was designed to give students experience helping a client search for information using the interview process and various databases.

LI832:  Program Plan for Young Adults:  Financial Aid Help Workshop

There is a multitude of ways to communicate information to others – to think “outside the box”.  Here are an example of how information may be shared (through wikis, workshops, etc.).

LI839:  RFID Technology and Libraries

Making use of new available technology is one way libraries can take the lead in service and information and knowledge management.  RFID technology has been around for a few decades and has gained popularity for library use as prices drop.  Libraries have utilized RFID for everything from self-checkout to security.

LI861:  An Interview with a Practicing Acquisitions Librarian

The interview shows the value of this library position and how it affects the library as a whole.