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Trove: reach and impact

ALIA National 2014 Conference, 15-19 September 2014 Melbourne : together we are stronger
The focus of this conference presentation is on the main lessons and outcomes of the  independent evaluation of customer satisfaction with Trove commssioned by the National Library of Australia. This first rigorous evaluation of Trove’s audiences and impact includes the consideration of the Australian public not yet benefiting from the Trove opportunity, and the ways in which the evaluation is shaping future development plans for Trove. 

Guided inquiry under the microscope

ALIA National 2014 Conference, 15-19 September 2014 Melbourne : together we are strongerT
This conference presentation explains how an action research project will be carried out on the Year 11 historical investigation at Loreto Kirribilli, using guided inquiry as the vehicle for student inquiry as well as the collection of data. This presentaiton will be an initial analysis of the success or otherwise of guided inquiry as a means of ensuring deep learning in students.

Dokk1: a performative library space?

ALIA National 2014 Conference, 15-19 September 2014 Melbourne : together we are stronger
This conference presentation will discuss some of the current transformations of library spaces into places of learning by doing and performing. It will consider some of the possible consequences on library spaces, competencies, and the way libraries create networks and partnerships.

Two new grads share their mundane but successful learning journey

ALIA National 2014 Conference, 15-19 September 2014 Melbourne : together we are stronger

This conference paper covers a 10 point action plan which has been used to progress careers despite the demands of family situations. Many graduates share similar back-stories, and the goal is to offer effective advice on progressing your career in the library industry without risking your relationships, your sanity, or your credit rating.  

Two new grads share their mundane but successful learning journey

ALIA National 2014 Conference, 15-19 September 2014 Melbourne : together we are stronger
This conference presentation covers a 10 point action plan which has been used to progress careers despite the demands of family situations. Many graduates share similar back-stories, and the goal is to offer effective advice on progressing your career in the library industry without risking your relationships, your sanity, or your credit rating.  
 

Community technology: giving public library users access to specialist hardware and software

ALIA National 2014 Conference, 15-19 September 2014 Melbourne : together we are stronger
This conference paper outlines the reasons behind the creation of a particular strategy and the means by which the relevant technology was chosen, funded, purchased and implemented.  This will include the administration of an online survey, which sought both staff and library users input.

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