Details about ACRL's activities at the upcoming ALA Annual Conference in Anaheim, California, June 26 - July 2, 2008.
Monday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
The 2008 ACRL presidential initiative has focused on the recruitment and retention of the new generation of librarians and thinkers in the profession. Exploring strategies to enhance creative thinking, innovation, and vibrancy in the library workplace, the president’s program will highlight the research findings of Dr. Dan Ariely, author "Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions." A panel of new generation librarians will explore with Dr. Ariely how to enhance logical thinking to create workplace vibrancy.
Speakers: Dr. Dan Ariely, Alfred P. Sloan Professor of Behavioral Economics, MIT’s Sloan School of Management and Media Laboratory; Ellie Collier, Reference Librarian, Austin Community College - South Austin Campus; Marla E. Peppers, Head of Library Information Services, Occidental College; Brett Bonfield, Director, Collingswood Public Library; Mario Ascencio, Visual Arts Librarian at George Mason University and REFORMA President
Saturday, 8:00 a.m.- 10:00 a.m.
ACRL leaders will provide information on how academic/research librarians can navigate the ALA Annual Conference as a first-time attendee. The first 30 minutes will be a membership meeting, followed by the orientation program
ACRL-AFAS
Sunday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Before Denzel Washington, Halle Barry, Jamie Foxx, and Forest Whitaker, African Americans made significant contributions to the American motion picture industry. Come and explore the historical, social, and political back-story of early Black Hollywood through discussion and images.
Speaker: Donald Bogle, Film Historian and Author, NYU Tisch School of the Arts and the University of Pennsylvania
ACRL-AAMES
Saturday, 1:30-5:30 p.m.
This international panel on global scholarly communication is an opportunity for library professionals and information specialists from different parts of the world to exchange ideas and methods on the issue. The panel will try to catch the core course of information delivery and the key factors behind it, and in turn discover the essential value of information delivery on a worldwide stage. This program is co-sponsored by the ACRL Scholarly Communications Committee and the ACRL International Relations Committee.
Speakers: Cui Meng, Director, Institute of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine; Ann Okerson, Associate University Librarian, Yale University; Deepa Banerjee, South Asian Studies Librarian, University of Washington; Hong Cheng, Librarian, UCLA; Joy Kim, Curator, Korean Heritage Library, University of Southern California; Anchi Hoh, Special Assistant to the Chief, Library of Congress Asian Division; Elizabeth Kiondo, Secretary-General, UNESCO National Commission, Tanzania; Eun Kyung Kwon, Director, University Library, Daegu University; Moderator, Jim Cogswell, Director of Libraries, University of Missouri
Program Agenda
PowerPoint - Deepa Banerjee
Handout - Hong Cheng (PDF file)
PowerPoint - Hong Cheng
Handout - Joy Kim (PDF file)
PowerPoint - Joy Kim
Handout - Eun Kyung Kwon (PDF file)
PowerPoint - Cui Meng
ACRL-ANSS
Sunday, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
The program takes place in the midst of what is arguably the largest cultural enterprise in the world, Disney. Through an interdisciplinary panel of speakers, the program will explore the representation of race and gender in Disney media and will present an opportunity to think critically about, and perhaps challenge, preconceived notions about Disney and its effect on popular culture. This program is cosponsored by WSS and AFAS.
Speakers: Keith M. Harris, Assistant Professor, University of California, Riverside; Claudine Michel, Chair, Professor of Black Studies, University of California, Santa Barbara; Betsy Hearne, Professor Emerita, Graduate School of Library and Information Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Patricia Little, Assistant Professor in Sociology, California State University, San Bernardino; Moderator, Rebecca Blakeley, Government Documents Librarian, McNeese State University
ACRL-CJCLS/ACRL-CLS/ACRL-DLS
Saturday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Planning training and professional development for library staff or for yourself? Have limited funds? How can e-learning be a solution for your library or institution? Many innovative technologies are available in delivering flexible and inexpensive on-site programs. This program will feature some current trends in e-learning as addressed by creators, experts, and librarians involved with virtual learning, the role of the e-learner, and the use of virtual space in training and development via e-learning. A poster session will immediately follow the program. This is a joint program by CJCLS, CLS, and DLS.
Speakers: Jonathan Finkelstein, Founder & Executive Producer, LearningTimes, and President of LearningTimes Network; Dan Balzer, Learning Architect, BP; Elaine Fabbro, Senior Reference Services Librarian, Athabasca University; Jon Stahler, Manager of Web Services, ACRL; Moderator, David A. Wright, Director, Learning Resources, Surry Community College
Copyright Committee
Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Digital Media Studios, Knowledge Creation Labs, and Media Design Studios are becoming common spaces and services in libraries. A panel of experts will discuss copyright issues surrounding the creative use of media. Dr. Renee Hobbs, professor of Communications at Temple University's School of Communications and Theater, will clarify how students and faculty are using media in their roles of "knowledge creators." Mary Rasenberger, Senior Policy Advisor for Public Policy and Programs in the Office of Strategic Initiatives of the Library of Congress, will show how Fair Use is changing and discuss the 108 Study's recommendations for legislative changes. Marybeth Peters, United States Registrar of Copyrights, director of the U.S. Copyright Office, will discuss the reality of the existing law and the tension between it and what users want. This program is sponsored by the ACRL Copyright Committee.
Speakers: Marybeth Peters, Director, U.S. Copyright Office; Renee Hobbs, Professor, Department of Broadcasting, Telecommunication and Mass Media, Temple University; Mary Rasenberger, Senior Advisor for Public Policy and Programs, Office of Strategic Initiatives, Library of Congress
ACRL-EBSS
Saturday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Expect an enthusiasm transfusion as we make the behavioral and social sciences the focus of an exploration of open access issues. These areas are rarely at the center of such discussions, but unique publishing practices in social disciplines make them worthy of special attention. Speakers representing faculty, librarians and publishers will provide factual background, current policy issues and high-energy inspiration. Learn which models are most utilized within social science areas, what leaders are saying and what individuals can do to make a difference in a publish or perish environment. This is EBSS's 40th Anniversary-all members are encouraged to attend; a brief awards ceremony (10 minutes) precedes program. The EBSS Research Forum Poster Session immediately follows this program. This program is co-sponsored by the ACRL Scholarly Communications Committee and STS.
Speakers: John Willinsky, Professor, Stanford University; Ray English, Azariah Smith Root Director of Libraries, Oberlin College; Alison Mudditt, Executive Vice President, Higher Education Group, Sage Publications, Inc.; Moderator, Katherine Corby, Reference Librarian, Michigan State University
Committee on Ethics
Sunday, 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Various institutions have discussed the relationship between economic development and information literacy, and the role of information literacy in society. What is the duty of academia to ensure that college graduates are information literate? Are postsecondary educational values violated when these skills are not provided to students? This program explores professional and ethical considerations regarding IL and ways of empowering librarians as we foster change. Speakers will help define the critical issues related to academic responsibility. This program is sponsored by the ACRL Committee on Ethics, and is co-sponsored by IS.
Speakers: Patricia Stanley, Deputy Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education; Lorie Roth, Assistant Vice-Chancellor, Academic Affairs, California State University; Stephanie Sterling Brasley, Manager, Information Literacy Initiatives, California State University; Penny Beile, University Librarian, University of Central Florida
ACRL-IS
Sunday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Dr. Jeffrey Liles is the presenter for the Instruction Section’s (IS) 2008 Annual Conference Program, "Creating Change: Teacher Librarians and New Learners." Dr. Liles is currently a Professor of Education at St. John Fisher College, and he is well known in the information literacy community for his insightful publications and his lively presentations. In his former position, Dr. Liles was the Coordinator of Library Instruction for the State University of New York at Geneseo’s Milne Library. Under his leadership, and with the unique nature of his expertise in learning theory and classroom instruction, Milne Library’s instruction program quickly became a model for peer institutions to emulate. The IS Conference Program Planning Committee is honored and excited to have Dr. Liles come and share his experience and unique expertise, and also, to inspire the information literacy community.
Dr. Liles will weave together contemporary discussions on learning theory for the purpose of developing and better preparing today’s teacher librarian. Specifically, the program will address the evolution of learning theory, including the controversial notion of connectivism; the characteristics, needs, and expectations of today’s diverse learners and researchers, and the need for librarians to embrace change, to learn new research approaches and teaching techniques, and to teach to an ever-evolving array of learners and researchers.
Speaker: Jeffrey A. Liles, Assistant Professor of Education, St. John Fisher College
ACRL-LES
Saturday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion that includes recognized authors, artists, and instructors, promising to provide a visually stunning introduction to the history of adult wordless books from the early twentieth century to the contemporary wordless graphic novels. Elements of visual storytelling are examined as well as various controversial social issues associated with adult wordless books. Guidelines for using wordless books in English Literature curriculum will also be presented. This program is co-sponsored by Arts.
Speakers: Eric Drooker, Author, "Flood! A Novel in Pictures and Blood Song"; Perry Willett, Head, Digital Library Production Service, University of Michigan and author of "The Silent Shout"; David A. Beronä, Library Director, Plymouth State University and author of "Wordless Books"; Charles Hatfield, Associate Professor of English, California State University, Northridge and author of "Alternative Comics"; Moderator, Juliet M. Kerico, Science and Health Sciences Librarian, Southern Illinois University
Racial & Ethnic Diversity Committee
Saturday, 1:30-5:30 p.m.
This program will include a panel and discussion on developing cultural competency guidelines for academic libraries, a current project of ACRL’s Racial and Ethnic Diversity Committee. Topics covered will include definitions of cultural competencies, the goal of developing guidelines, obstacles to be addressed, and the potential positive impact for libraries, library staff, and library users. Additionally, the program will draw from the knowledge and experiences of other service professions that have implemented similar guidelines.
Speakers: Paul M. Smith, Assistant Librarian, Penn State Abington; Sandra Ríos Balderrama, Principal, RiosBalderrama Consulting; Moderator, Michele Saunders, Information Systems Librarian, University of Arizona; Moderator, Maria Carpenter, Head, Library Advancement and Communications, Northeastern University
ACRL-RBMS/ACRL-Arts
Sunday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Do your collections include film or other moving image materials? Have you wondered how to assess and prioritize moving image preservation efforts at your institution? This practical program will cover available surveying tools, current preservation approaches, and reformatting options. Clips illustrating recent preservation projects will be shown, so bring your popcorn! This program is co-sponsored by Arts and PARS. The Leab Exhibition Award presentation will take place at the conclusion of the program.
Speakers: Snowden Becker, Co-founder, The Center for Home Movies; Hannah Frost, Media Preservation Librarian, Stanford University; Michael Pogorzelski, Director, Academy Film Archive, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
ACRL-STS
Monday, 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Our media-rich society is transforming the expectations of learners. Visualization and interactivity have been shown to enhance understanding and retention, but how do we apply these in our profession? Please join us and our distinguished panelists as we explore successful new initiatives that employ games and images to teach scientific concepts. The STS Poster Session will immediately follow the program.
Speakers: Chelsea Dinsmore, International Documents Librarian & Library Game Developer, University of Florida; Valrie Davis, Outreach Librarian for Agricultural Sciences & Library Game Developer, University of Florida; Laurie Taylor, Digital Projects Librarian & Library Game Developer, University of Florida; Sara Russell Gonzalez, Physical Sciences Librarian & Library Game Developer, University of Florida; Felice Frankel, Senior Research Fellow, Harvard University
ACRL-ULS
Saturday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Technology and electronic social networking are pervasive among today’s college students. Cell phones, iPods, IM, MySpace, and FaceBook are just some of the tools these students use daily. Communicating in a meaningful way and finding teachable moments with these multitasking Millennials can truly be a challenge. In this session, we will learn to navigate the world of digital communication with the help of a panel of leading researchers -- and the true experts, a group of Millennial students. The ULS Social and Poster Session will immediately follow the program.
Speakers: Maria A. Dixon, Assistant Professor, Division of Corporate Communication and Public Affairs, Southern Methodist University; Marie L. Radford, Associate Professor, Rutgers University; Bradley Boeke, Associate Director, Academic Computing, Southern Methodist University; Kimberly Roth, University of California - Irvine; Samantha Huynh, University of California - Irvine.
ACRL-WESS
Monday, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
This program will highlight cooperative efforts among European libraries to enhance access to library resources through a cooperative catalog and preservation. Speakers from The European Library, OCLC, and a European academic library will offer different perspectives of service and user interactions. The EL is a cooperative cataloging effort from 23 European national libraries within a consortium of 47 libraries. OCLC seeks to enhance global access and preservation through innovation and collaboration. This program is co-sponsored by SEES.
Speakers: Janifer Gatenby, Research Integration and Standards, OCLC; Fleur Stigter, Marketing Manager for The European Library and 'Users for Usability' Coordinator for Europeana/EDLnet; Birte Christensen-Dalsgaard, Director of Development at the State and University Library, Statsbiblioteket, Universitetsparken
ACRL-WSS
Monday, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
From pamphlets and flyers to blogs and webzines, feminist publishing has always existed at the margins of scholarly communication, even as it simultaneously enters and influences the mainstream. In honor of the 25th anniversary of the Women’s Studies Section, we will explore the dynamic nature of feminist publishing with panelists representing feminist book, magazine, blog, and web publishing. This program is co-sponsored by ALA SRRT's Feminist Task Force (FTF) and ALA's Committee on the Status of Women in Librarianship (COSWL).
Speakers: Kristin Bender, Reporter/Writer, Women's eNews and The Oakland Tribune; Kimberly Guinta, Acquisitions Editor, History, Routledge; Jennifer Nace, Assistant Librarian/ Reference & Instruction Librarian, Penn State Worthington Scranton; Lisa Pierce, Editorial Database Manager, Greenwood Publishing Group; Florence Howe, Emerita Publisher/Director, The Feminist Press at CUNY; Tedra Osell, Feminist Blogger, BitchPhD