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Librarians outside the box: Waterford Institute of Technology's library‐based virtual learning environment (VLE) training and development programme
Neil Quinlan,Nora Hegarty +1 more
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In this article, the authors outline the structure and development of a library-based Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) training programme at Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) and describe its origins, implementations and long-term goals.Abstract:
Purpose – To outline the structure and development of a library‐based Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) training programme at Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) and to describe its origins, implementations and long‐term goals. To explain why WIT Libraries was prepared to diversify from its traditional role and to take on the challenges involved in this project.Design/methodology/approach – Case study report on the VLE training initiative as it has progressed at WIT. Describes WIT Libraries' experience as the main instigator of the WebCT training programme at WIT and questions whether or not this has been an effective medium for the introduction of WebCT to WIT.Findings – Concludes by stating that the Library Unit is capable of implementing a varied, diverse and successful VLE programme. Stresses the importance of the personnel involved to the success of the project to date.Research limitations/implications – The project is still at an early stage of development. The study provides a short‐term view ...read more
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The subject librarian and the virtual learning environment: A study of UK universities
Sheila Corrall,Jonathan Keates +1 more
TL;DR: A survey was designed to investigate how VLEs are affecting the work of subject librarians and to examine factors influencing their use in providing electronic information resources and developing information skills.
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Crossing a bridge: The challenges of developing and delivering a pilot information literacy course for international students
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors describe the challenges involved in developing and delivering a pilot library skills course to a group of international bridging studies students from China and Pakistan, which formed part of an accredited Critical Thinking & Research Skills module.
Crossing a bridge: The challenges of developing & delivering a pilot information literacy course for international students
TL;DR: In this article, the authors described the challenges involved in developing and delivering a pilot library skills course to a group of international Bridging Studies students from China and Pakistan, which formed part of an accredited Critical Thinking & Research Skills module.
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Theory, research and practice in library management 3 diversification
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A change agent in the use of continuing online distance learning technology
TL;DR: In this article, the authors investigated the perceptions of 103 Northeast Texas Library System managers and managerial staff about their role as a change agent in the use of CODL using an exploratory factor analysis (EFA) to determine the outcome.
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Den Pain,Judy Le Heron +1 more
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