Deadline extended to July 15, 2011. The ALA/AASL Educators of Library Media Specialists Section (ELMSS) of the American Association of School Librarians invites submissions for papers to be reviewed through a blind, juried process. Selected papers will be presented at the 15th Annual Conference of the American Association of School Librarians to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota from October 27-30, 2011. Educational reform of instructional practice is on the cusp of restoring a balance between authentic teaching and assessment for accountability. The Common Core Standards movement and a new generation of assessments from the U.S. Department of Education will replace teaching to multiple choice tests that narrow curriculum content and constrain critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. Papers that are selected position school libraries in the context of educational reform that addresses issues such as, but not limited to, emerging adolescent literacy (grades 4-12); digital literacy; differentiation and intervention to address individual learning needs; collaboration for teaching and learning; critical thinking, innovation, and creativity; and learning content and competencies through inquiry. Papers should be original research that focuses on school library practice and related subjects, or school librarianship, and be within a 5,000 word limit using APA style. Research in progress that reports preliminary findings is accepted. Please submit papers in electronic form to Carol Gordon, carol.gordon@rutgers.edu. Deadline for submission is July 15, 2011 at 11:59 EST. Papers for presentations will be accepted and evaluated on an on-going basis until the deadline. Authors of the selected papers will be contacted on August 1, 2011.
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We're Teaching, But How Do We Know If They're Learning? Assessment of Library Instruction Activities
2nd Biennial Kathleen A. Zar Symposium
Friday, June 3, 2011
The John Crerar Library/The University of Chicago
For more information about the symposium:
http://www.lib.uchicago.edu/e/crerar/kaz2011.html
Call for proposals
The organizers of the 2nd biennial Kathleen A. Zar Symposium to be held Friday, June 3, 2011 invite proposals for presentations in the area of assessment of library instruction activities. Proposals should be submitted using the form found at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/kaz2011 . Invited and contributed presentations will provide a framework for thinking about library assessment, as well as describing practical approaches for measuring learning outcomes. Proposals selected for full oral presentation will be eligible for a travel stipend.
Please consider the following questions when preparing proposals:
• How do we evaluate the effectiveness of our library's instruction programs?
• What kinds of tools and techniques may be used to provide evidence that library instruction contributes to positive learning outcomes?
• Should I partner with faculty or other groups on campus in doing this kind of assessment?
• How can the assessment of instruction programs be helpful in demonstrating the library's value to your community?
Specific topics for presentations may include (but are not limited to):
• Evidence based librarianship in library instruction
• Effective, sustainable, and practical assessment
• The role of the library in learning outcomes
• Demonstrating the value and impact of library instruction
• Methods and tools for assessing learning in library environment
Examples: Rubrics, Clickers, Pre- and Post-Tests, Grades or other curricular performance measures
The symposium organizers will also consider interactive alternatives to a traditional oral presentation. Proposals for small group exercises, demonstration of specific assessment techniques or other interactive activities will be given consideration. We will be offering presenters who do not wish to, or are not selected to make a full oral presentation the option of participating in a round of "lightning talks." These ultra-short format talks will offer a forum for sharing additional techniques, research findings or other focused information.
About the symposium series:
The Kathleen A. Zar Symposium is a biennial event held at the John Crerar Library of the University of Chicago. The symposium series is made possible through the generous support of Howard Zar.
Session organizers contact information:
Andrea Twiss-Brooks 773-702-8777 atbrooks@uchicago.edu
Barbara Kern 773-702-8717 bkern@uchicago.edu
CALL FOR CHAPTER PROPOSALS
Extended Proposal Submission Deadline: March 25, 2011
A book edited by
Dr. Zakariya Belkhamza
and
Dr. Syed Azizi Wafa
Introduction
Recently, research on measuring the success of information systems in organizations has proliferated and has nearly become a standalone stream within the information systems research field. This research stream is considered one of the top ten issues of information systems management. However, more research is needed to identify factors that contribute to information systems effectiveness. To date, a number of information systems success models have been introduced, such as the McLean and DeLone IS Success model and Seddon's Model. However, the scope and approach of these IS success studies has created little consensus on the assessment of IS success. New approaches may better identify, explain, and improve the various measurements of these models.
Objectives of the Book
This book will establish and explore existing and emerging theories on information systems success, present the latest empirical research findings in the area of information systems success and measurement from an organizational perspective, and explore new technologies and practices in this area. The purpose of this book is to expand the knowledge and understanding of information systems success and measurement for a better and successful implementation in organizations.
Target Audience
The target audience of this book will be composed of professionals and researchers working in the field of information systems success and measurement. Moreover, the book will also be a reference for researchers, professionals and students in management information systems science and related fields. The book will also be useful for practitioners, information systems managers, CEOs, CIOs who are responsible for implementing various information systems in their businesses and organizations.
Recommended topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
Information systems success theories and models
Information systems Success measurement
Organizational issues with respect to information systems success and measurement
Information systems success and measurement implementation issues
Case studies and practical application into information systems success and measurement
Empirical validation of information systems success models
Critics and analysis on information systems success models
Information systems success and managerial issues
Methodological issues on information systems success.
Submission Procedure
Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before March 25, 2011, a 2-3 page chapter proposal clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors of accepted proposals will be notified by March 30, 2011 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines. Full chapters of 8,000-9,000 words are expected to be submitted by May 15, 2011. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis.
Editorial Advisory Board
Stefan Smolnik, EBS Business School, Germany
Eldon Y. Li, California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), USA
G. Lawrence Sanders, the State University of New York at Buffalo, USA
Anita Lee-Post, University of Kentucky, Lexington, USA
Alemayehu Molla, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology RMIT, Australia
Syed Nasirin, Brunel University, United Kingdom
Christophe M. Elie-Dit-Cosaque, Université Paris-Dauphine, France
Amine Nehari Talet, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, KSA
Publisher
The book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit www.igi-global.com.
Important Dates
March 25, 2011: Proposal Submission Deadline
March 30, 2011: Notification of Acceptance
May 15, 2011: Full Chapter Submission
July 15, 2011: Review Results Returned
August 15, 2011: Final Chapter Submission
September 15, 2011: Final Deadline
Inquiries and submissions can be forwarded electronically (Word document):
Dr. Zakariya Belkhamza
School of Business and Economics
Universiti Malaysia Sabah
Tel.: +60-0168393925
E-mail: zakariya@ustc.edu
