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

This conference paper describes how Charles Sturt University librarians combined two platforms already existing in the Library to deliver a personalised and flexible experience that met the complex needs of first year mature off campus studentsThe new generation of mature, working professionals returning to study have different expectations and needs to the traditional first year student. Their situations demand that they be able to pick up the research skills they need while working in their own timeframes.

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

In 2013 the ANZ 23 Mobile Things programme took over the Southern Hemisphere as the professional development programme of choice. Over 6 months, 770 people learnt how to use their mobile device to enhance their life, their libraries and their patrons’ ability to connect.

This conference presentation goes through the process of how one tweet of an idea turned into a MOOC, what the successes were, what the challenges were, what worked and what didn’t.

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

This conference presentation discuuses the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) which is Australia's independent national regulator of the higher education sector.

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

Not only will this conference presentation make theoretical connections between schools, libraries, technology and how integral teacher-librarians are to this process; but it will also make strong links between school and public libraries and the opportunities that exist for ongoing collaboration, with the primary aim of establishing consistent messaging about knowledge-sharing and positive use of digital technologies.

Educating school communities on cybersafety and digital literacy is now a very important part of the school’s remit in the digital era, and teacher-librarians are integral to this process – many of whom are drivers of digital innovation and collaboration within schools.

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

This conference presentation explains how the National Library launched the Australian Government Web Archive, an online service allowing a search of Commonwealth government websites dating back to 2011. Allowing users to compare versions of the same website over time, to find material long-removed from the current web, and to explore the changing space of government, the AGWA is a proof-of-concept service for the Library. Alison Dellit, Director of Australian Collections Management, discusses the background to developing the service, show off some of the service’s new features, and discuss where to in the future for the National Library’s web archiving activities.

This is report is a snapshot of the electronic book situation in Australian public libraries in January 2013 and May 2014, created by the Australian Public Library Alliance.

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

This conference paper discusses how European War Collecting Project initiatied in1918 the Principal Librarian of the Public Library of NSW evolved into the digitisation of this collection of diaries and correspondence which has been a major component of the Library’s Centenary of WWI program. A key tool in providing access to the digitised material has been the development of a web based transcription tool which will elevate the transcription process from a boutique in house activity using volunteers to a web based crowd sourcing model which can be adapted for a range of transcription projects.

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

This conference presentation explores how to become a data librarian, opportunities for transformation, understanding how research data are resources for new teaching and learning models and a horizon scan of what research data are available. The Australian National Data Service (ANDS) has worked with over 90 Australian research institutions and their Librarians and data managers to bring together in excess of 100,000 Australian research data collection records. CSIRO has partnered with ANDS in developing and publishing their research datasets.

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

During this conference presentation, Roly Keating considers the role of the British Library as a national library on the international stage.

He reflects on the changing nature of the Library’s services as it adapts to the evolving needs of its users, both at home and abroad. A number of innovative partnerships have been developed, particularly to enable parts of the Library’s collection to be shared online, drawing in new audiences.

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

In this conference presentation, Michael and Holger investigated the way in which people’s expectations of becoming a librarian match their lived experiences. Is a day working as a librarian full of reading books, constructing Dewey numbers and avoiding eye contact with people? Or is it a dynamic, rapidly changing vocation that calls upon highly developed communication skills and a strong connection to contemporary society?

Speaking from their own experiences and drawing on results of a survey from other librarians, Michael and Holger want to explore people’s perceptions of what a librarian is, and how this role will evolve into the future.

This document outlines:

• Why LIS research matters
• How ALIA supports research
• How ALIA underpins creates, disseminates and promotes LIS research
• Priority outcomes

The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) has been proudly representing the Australian library and information sector as the peak body for professionals, staff, institutions, vendors, educators and other stakeholders since 1937.

An environmental scan of Australian Library and Information Studies (LIS) research was undertaken focusing on the period 2005–2013.

This was in response to a brief from ALIA that sought such an analysis to inform its decisions in relation to content of a future research agenda, support, advocacy, and future funding.

The investigation was expected to include research priorities of other library and information organisations, topics of research undertaken in Australia, types of research, persons/organisations undertaking research, and how research activities are funded, communicated and applied.

There were five themes that emerged, specific to TAFE and RTO (registered training organisation) libraries. 1. Disruption. 2. A VET future. 3. Level playing field. 4. Professional support. 5. Our vision.

Special libraries comprise government, association, health, law, corporate, consulting firm, ICT, engineering, religious, science and technology, art, museum, agriculture, media and other libraries that serve departments, institutions, not-for-profits, charities and businesses. The word library doesn’t always appear in the title, instead some are called information services or research units, terms which also describe their main purpose and function.

Ten themes emerged from our consultation relating specifically to special libraries, including government, law, health, corporate, engineering, science, art and others. 1. Radical transformation. 2. Value proposition. 3. DIY information. 4. Ready to use. 5. A seat at the top table. 6. Centralise and embed. 7. Big data. 8. Digitisation. 9. Subject specialisation. 10. Space.

The purpose of this national early literacy framework and strategy for Australian public libraries is to define the special role of public libraries in early literacy; to raise the profile of the important role that public libraries play in pre-school learning both internally (with library staff) and externally, with the public, government and especially funding bodies; to gain formal recognition from government and other agencies providing early childhood support and services, resulting in the inclusion of public library representatives in high level state, territory and local government planning for pre-school children.

In December 2013, the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) commissioned Brussels-based Civic Agenda to produce a worldwide elending landscape report, identifying public library-led initiatives to secure ebooks for borrowers. This report is the latest step in a project, delivered in collaboration with the National and State Libraries of Australasia (NSLA) and the Council of Australian University Librarians (CAUL), that has involved think tanks held around Australia; formal discussions with library leaders, including the ALIA ebooks and elending reference group, and the publication of a series of papers on the ALIA website.

ALIA Schools Professional Development Seminar, 15 March 2014 Melbourne, Victoria: Advocacy with Evidence

The seminar is for primary and secondary teacher librarians and others who are responsible for school library services. Ways to gather evidence to promote and advocate for the school library will be explored.

This presentation (PowerPoint slides) accompanies the keynote address on evidence based theory and practice.

ALIA Schools Professional Development Seminar, 15 March 2014 Melbourne, Victoria: Advocacy with Evidence

The seminar is for primary and secondary teacher librarians and others who are responsible for school library services. Ways to gather evidence to promote and advocate for the school library will be explored.

This presentation (PowerPoint slides) supports the session which explores ​and ​unpacks ​the ​digital ​resources ​that ​are ​available ​for ​promoting ​the ​school ​library.

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

This conference paper presents the extraordinary collections of National, State and Territory libraries across Australia and New Zealand are being made available in unprecedented ways to commemorate the First World War. The broad appeal, accessibility and sheer volume of this material has resulted in a level of community engagement unimaginable ten years ago.

The commemorations have presented an ideal opportunity for libraries to invest or experiment in new platforms to display collection content, gather community contributions, and extend their reach. Rather than presenting a showcase of WWI initiatives, this paper uses WWI programs as a lens through which to examine the shifting focus and priorities of NSLA libraries.

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

In this conference paper, participants will consider the induction process from the new staff member’s point of view. They will attempt to reframe standardised, organisation-centred inductions in order to create experiences from which the staff member and the organisation both benefit. They will explore how organisations can better identify the skills and expertise that new staff bring, how this knowledge can be shared and how staff can be mentored meaningfully.

ALIA responded to the Inquiry into the role of Technical and Further Education system and its operation, with the aim of: (1) encouraging acknowledgement of the important role of Australian TAFE libraries in supporting VET students, and (2) explaining the importance of a VET entry point for library and information professionals.

This document, prepared in a joint partnership by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) Schools and the Victorian Catholic Teacher Librarians (VCTL), aims to support schools in their self reflection. The information gathered would contribute to a self reflection report. In addition, the document provides a valuable strategy to use in the ongoing monitoring of the school’s improvement plans.

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

ALIA National Conference provides the platform as a meeting point for all Library and Information professionals, from all sectors and all areas of Australia and the international community. 

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

This conference presentation provides an insight into multiple projects running within Deakin University Library to consolidate the data across major Library services, in a cost effective and sustainable way. The overarching strategy is to develop a comprehensive dataset supporting business decisions, and in so doing allow the Library to optimise operations and services for the benefit of our clients.

To effectively communicate these benefits, the Library recognises the need to tell qualitative stories using quantitative data.

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

This conference presentation (PowerPoint slides) supports the paper and will provide an overview of The Edge as a maker space within the State Library of Queensland, and how maker spaces can support innovation in tough times.

The Edge, established at The State Library of Queensland in 2010, focuses on creation rather than collection, participation instead of preservation and collaboration over curation.

The Australian Library and Information Association's submission in response to the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) Higher Education Standards Panel call for comment.

ALIA Schools Professional Development Seminar, 15 March 2014 Melbourne, Victoria: Advocacy with Evidence

The seminar is for primary and secondary teacher librarians and others who are responsible for school library services. Ways to gather evidence to promote and advocate for the school library will be explored.

This presentation (PowerPoint slides) supports the session which explores ​how ​to ​market ​the ​school ​library ​and ​teacher ​librarians. 

This document (spreadsheet) has been produced from the information contained in the ALIA LIS research environmental scan report October 2014.

An environmental scan of Australian Library and Information Studies (LIS) research was undertaken focusing on the period 2005–2013. This was in response to a brief from ALIA that sought such an analysis to inform its decisions in relation to content of a future research agenda, support, advocacy, and future funding. The investigation was expected to include research priorities of other library and information organisations, topics of research undertaken in Australia, types of research, persons/organisations undertaking research, and how research activities are funded, communicated and applied.