The Hyperlinked Library MOOC: An Overview of Research & Findings (So Far)
Channel: SJSU School of Information
Date: 2015-02-10

Abstract:
This presentation will explore the experiences and insights of LIS professionals who participated in “The Hyperlinked Library MOOC” offered by the San José State University (SJSU) School of Library and Information Science in 2013. Stephens and Jones will share highlights from their ongoing research project to evaluate and refine the MOOC. They will share perceptions from participants related to the course design, provide insights into roles librarians can play in MOOCs, and discuss the creation of new platforms for learning.

This colloquium is co-sponsored by the SJSU information school's ASIS&T Student Chapter and the ALA Student Chapter.

Biography: Dr. Michael Stephens
Dr. Michael Stephens received his PhD in information science in 2007 from the University of North Texas via an IMLS fellowship. His teaching focuses on user-centered services and outreach with technology, and learning programs in library settings.

His recent publications include “MOOCs for LIS Professional Development: Exploring New Transformative Learning Environments and Roles” in Internet Learning and “Exemplary Practice for Learning 2.0: Based on a Cumulative Analysis of the Value and Effect of ‘ 23 Things’ Programs in Libraries” in Reference and User Services Quarterly. He currently writes the monthly column "Office Hours" in Library Journal, exploring issues, ideas, and emerging trends in library and information science education. He serves as the project director for the Salzburg Curriculum initiative, funded by IMLS and Salzburg Global Seminar. The project focuses on updating LIS and museum professional education in an era of participatory culture.

Stephens has spoken about emerging technologies, innovation, and libraries to audiences nationally and internationally, including a research tour of Australia and presentations for the US embassies in Germany and Turkey. He recently delivered a keynote address for the New Zealand library association.

Biography: Kyle Jones
Kyle M. L. Jones received his MLIS in information science from Dominican University in 2009 with honors. He has worked professionally at award-winning institutions: the A.C. Buehler Library at Elmhurst College in Elmhurst, IL, and at Darien Library in Darien, CT. Currently, Kyle is a third-year doctoral student in the School of Library and Information Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and teaches on topics related to digital tools, trends, and controversies.

His recent publications include:

Using WordPress as a library content management system: A library technology report (technology guides; with P-A Farrington)

Learning from Libraries Using WordPress: Content-Management System Best Practices and Case Studies (technology guide; with P-A Farrington)
 
"The LIS Professional Commons and the Online Networked Practitioner" (book chapter; with M. Stephens)

"Friended, Tweeted, Posted: Social Sharing for Project and Knowledge Management" (book chapter; with M. Stephens)

He is currently researching information ethics and privacy issues related to learning analytics technologies in American higher education institutions.