Table of Contents
This portfolio represents the culmination of my academic efforts in obtaining a Masters Degree in Library Science. It is intended to demonstrate my proficiency with required competencies. The list below serves as the Table of Contents, linking to additional supporting evidence.
Joanna Conrad
Table of Contents
Introductory material
Within the introductory material you will find my bio, philosophy and goals, links to my résumé, side projects, and social networking profiles.
Competencies
1.1 Understand the social, political, ethical, and legal aspects of information creation, access, ownership, service, and communication.
Artifact: Libraries and the Preservation of Indigenous Culture
1.2 Anticipate emerging trends and respond proactively.
Artifact: Preparation for A+ Certification
2.1 Analyze and identify the information needs of diverse communities of users
Artifact: Reader’s Advisory Observation
Artifact: Reference Observation
2.2 Educate users and potential users to locate, use, and evaluate information resources and tools.
Artifact: Reference Interface: Email, Phone, Chat
2.3 Analyze and evaluate information systems and services in a variety of settings.
Artifact: Breadth and Depth of Digital Libraries
3.1 Design and apply policies and procedures that support the selection and acquisition of information resources for particular communities of users
Artifact: Collection Development Policy Part 1
Artifact: Collection Development Policy Part 2
Artifact: Collection Development Policy Part 3
3.2 Manage, evaluate, and preserve physical and virtual collections of information resources
Artifact: Collection Development Policy Part 3
Artifact: Video Recordings
3.3 Uphold ethical and legal standards in acquiring, leasing, preserving, and providing access to information resources
Artifact: Collection Development Policy Part 1
4.1 Perform basic managerial functions, including planning, budgeting, and performance evaluation
Artifact: Budget Worksheet
Artifact: The Art of Interviewing
4.2 Communicate effectively to a variety of audiences
Artifact: Social Responsibility
Artifact: Library History of Korea
4.3 Apply theories of organizational behavior and structure
Artifact: Evaluation of Virtual Learning
Artifact: Rules of Engagement
5.1 Understand and apply principles of representation and organization
Artifact 1: FRBR Catalog
Artifact 2: Authority Control
6.1 Design, conduct, interpret, and take action based upon research and evaluation
Artifact 1: Content Analysis NFL Inclusivity
Artifact 2: Operationalizing Neighborliness
Artifact 3: Sex Sells Analysis
Artifact 4: Theory and Hypothesis Testing
7.1 Implement and evaluate information and communication technologies for efficiency, usability, and value to users
Artifact: E38 Makerspace Implementation Plan
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