In Spring 2019, a library team was asked to conduct this Core Trust Seal self-assessment for the ScholarsArchive@OSU institutional repository in order to determine whether the repository could achieve certification as a trusted digital repository.
This study explores how researchers choose a bibliographic management tool and what makes them continue using this tool. This exploratory, observational study combined a naturalistic work-practice method, interviews, and journal reflections to collect qualitative research data from researchers actively using a bibliographic management tool. The unified theory of acceptance and...
Visualization of complex concepts, processes, and rare or fragile artifacts can be difficult in a learning environment. The OSLO Repository seeks to provide an open platform for sharing and modifying contextualized 3D learning objects to facilitate learning.
Poster presented at Open Repositories 2015.
Web-scale discovery systems, such as Serial Solutions’ Summon™ Service, are replacing older federated search technologies as the tool for users to access library resources quickly and easily. The impact of Web-scale discovery systems on instruction is not known. This study of instruction librarian perceptions of Summon’s impact on instruction and...
This paper was submitted and accepted for presentation at INTED2012 (6th International Technology, Education and Development Conference) held March 5-7 in Valencia, Spain.
Focus group methodology was used to investigate graduate students' cross-campus technology, space and service needs. Although the library provides valued services and spaces, graduate students need enhanced and more equitable support for their roles as teachers and scholars. Librarians can provide leadership and act as advocates for graduate student needs...