ALIA LIBRARY
The library and information agenda: questions for political parties 2013
This document list nine questions for political parties regarding the 2013 Library and Information Agenda – four themes and 10 items which we believe are essential for promoting literacy, enabling citizens to be well informed, supporting socially inclusive communities and contributing to the success of Australia as a knowledgebased economy.
Bridges for new careers: how to make opportunities with ever changing infrastructure
National Library and Information Technicians Symposium, 27-29 September 2017 North Sydney: bridge to knowledge
This paper (abstract) accompanied the keynote address which explored how library technicians and other staff have led and survived transformations and ensured that the library services that are of enduring value are preserved. It provides an overview of the changing pattern of skills and capabilities required, and some strategies that can be used, to meet the challenges of this ever changing world.
How much do you really want to know? Harvesting to build institutional knowledge resources
National Library and Information Technicians Symposium, 27-29 September 2017 North Sydney: bridge to knowledge
This paper (abstract) accompanied the keynote address at the conference on the changing role of libraries in knowledge management.
Bridging the past and the future: a standards-based approach to transferable skills
National Library and Information Technicians Symposium, 27-29 September 2017 North Sydney: bridge to knowledge
This conference paper discusses identifying transferable skills for resumes and selection criteria.
Standing professional learning on its head: using the flipped classroom technique to improve your PD and workplace skills building
National Library and Information Technicians Symposium, 27-29 September 2017 North Sydney: bridge to knowledge
This paper (abstract) outlines the adoption of flipped learning techniques as an approach to professional development.
A bridge to the future: future-proofing your career in times of change
National Library and Information Technicians Symposium, 27-29 September 2017 North Sydney: bridge to knowledge
A student walks into a university library ... (and how we are helping them once they're here)
National Library and Information Technicians Symposium, 27-29 September 2017 North Sydney: bridge to knowledge
This conference paper discusses how the University of Sydney Library, in its traditional model, was no longer meeting all the needs and expectations of students. As libraries everywhere are adapting their public face to providing more inclusive, collaborative services, the University Library looked for new ways to engage with and support its community.
Bridging the gap: supporting clients with disabilities at State Library of Queensland
National Library and Information Technicians Symposium, 27-29 September 2017 North Sydney: bridge to knowledge
Convergence in the GLAMR sector: the challenges
National Library and Information Technicians Symposium, 27-29 September 2017 North Sydney: bridge to knowledge
This conference paper discusses the challenges and opportunities for library and information professionals working in the GLAMR sector.
Spanning the gap using DigiLabs
National Library and Information Technicians Symposium, 27-29 September 2017 North Sydney: bridge to knowledge
This conference paper discusses how TasTAFE Libraries, by establishing DigiLabs, have aimed to concentrate on digital literacy skill sets with a focus on areas such as: cloud computing, coding using robotics, social media, virtual reality, new technologies (how to use a 3D printer and scanner), and developing an ICT mindset. The DigiLabs were developed to provide not only access to new technologies but the physical space to learn those technologies.