... discussing the presence or absence of a specific research assignment in the course. She indicated that librarians tend to find that their role is particularly nebulous in online courses that lack research assignments. Embedded librarianship Librarians Distance learning Reference As greater...

... and distance learning (ODL). It aims to focus on the practical management experience of the University of South Africa (UNISA) library in support of the implementation of a new ODL model (optimizing available technology) at the University. Design/methodology/approach A review of the relevant literature...

...‐1555705923 256 pp. (paperback) US$65.00 © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2008 --> Library instruction Information literacy Distance learning Going the Distance emphasises that remote students have the same need for critical thinking, information evaluation, avoidance...

... Association of School Librarians and the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, 1988). Fang Gu can be contacted at: guf@csus.edu © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2006 Libraries Information services Distance learning Education California State University...

... be applied to the Australian setting. Two common themes running through the collection of papers are the importance of collaborative effort in delivering successful distance learning services, and the need to analyse user needs and the continuing effectiveness of such services. Papers highlight the need...

... by including the appropriate description into the ontology framework that defines the digital library scenario of use. Digital libraries Information searches Personal needs Customization Distance learning © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2005 Therefore, it is necessary to build...

... Limited 2004 Academic libraries Lifelong learning Distance learning Learning support staff liaise with academic staff to integrate the information skills sessions into courses and to tailor the content according to the needs of specific groups. Marketing students are, for instance...

...Susan Henczel Barbara   Allen . E‐learning and Teaching in Library and Information Services . Facet Publishing , 2002 . , ISBN: 1‐85604‐439‐4 © MCB UP Limited 2003 --> Distance learning Barbara Allan’s new book, E‐learning and Teaching in Library...

... is paid to whether or not the initiatives are useful, successful, or whether targeted users are even aware of their availability. Additionally, although the ACRL Guidelines for Distance Learning Library Services (ACRL, 2000) state that, “Members of the distance learning community are entitled...

... Academic libraries Distance learning The ability to use libraries and information is becoming increasingly recognised as an integral part of undergraduate study in the United Kingdom. Information literacy (IL) is generally defined as having the ability to recognise when information is needed...

...Elizabeth Gadd States the problem of incorporating distance learning (DL) library services without additional funding. Describes the work of a distance learning working group at Loughborough University Library. Activities included an analysis of the characteristics of DL courses and students...

... Partnering Co‐operation Academic libraries University libraries Distance learning Information technology There are many changes taking place in higher education based on the evolving information and technology environment. Information is generated at a faster pace than ever before...

... staff enables technical staff to assess the urgency of a problem and decide whether it can be dealt with locally, or requires a visit. © MCB UP Limited 2001 Academic libraries Public Libraries Distance learning Learning materials Computer networks Partnering One of the main...

... to bookshops. © MCB UP Limited 2001 Academic libraries Computer networks Hybrid systems Rural areas Distance learning Education The Dearing Report (1997) states: C&IT will overcome barriers to higher education, providing improved access and increased effectiveness, particularly...

... Research and Travel Bursary. Concludes with recommendations for the development of appropriate services in Britain. © MCB UP Limited 1992 Canada Distance learning Libraries USA Universities LIBRARY MANAGEMENT Distant Libraries THE SUPPORT OF HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENTS WHO STUDY OFF-CAMPUS...