By Angela Wee, Ek Ben Wai, Jim Ang, Siom Hsiao Ling, Phyllis Toh, Felix Khoo, Venkatachalam Kannadasan, Lim Bee Ang & Isabel Lee, 50-58 Abstract: To stay abreast of the ever-changing landscape of libraries and technologies, Lien Ying Chow Library (LYCL) of Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP) underwent an innovative transformation into an unmanned patron-centric library. […]
By Norhalim Mohd Nor & Zuhanariah Mohd Nordin, pp. 10-39 Abstract: This paper introduces an innovative Moodle-based library portal at IMU University, emphasising its transformative impact on librarian empowerment and student engagement in online learning environments. Functioning as a comprehensive hub for library resources, the portal integrates seamlessly into the university’s digital learning ecosystem. Developed
By Angela Wee Li Kwang, Koh Swee Guan, Khoo Ai Ling & Puspa Yeow, pp. 40-49 Abstract: This paper details the collaboration model of four of Singapore’s polytechnic academic libraries (PALs) – Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP), Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP), Singapore Polytechnic (SP), and Temasek Polytechnic (TP) otherwise known as the Joint-Polytechnic Libraries Collaboration (JPL). The
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By Maznah binti Zakaria, pp. 1-9 Abstract: This paper presents the implementation of knowledge management (KM) at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). The author begins with an exploration of knowledge and KM concepts. Factors influencing the implementation of KM at IIUM are also discussed and a conducted knowledge audit as well as subsequent analysis
By Yeo Pin Pin Abstract: An institutional repository (IR) was launched in 2010 for a university in Singapore. The motivations for setting up an IR were to disseminate the research output through open access, to promote the university and researchers, and to help increase their research impact. Some quantitative and qualitative performance indicators were selected
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By Levas anak Mejus, Nor Hasyimah Mustapa and Zuhanariah Mohd Nordin Abstract: COVID-19 has affected the way that libraries function, especially in terms of operations and services. Activities and stories shared in this paper show significant similarities amongst three medical university libraries in Malaysia, namely, the International Medical University (IMU) library in Kuala Lumpur, Newcastle
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By Rajen Munoo Abstract:Remember teaching your first instruction class? What worked and what bombed? How much preparation time did it take you? What was the student’s reaction? Did you get any help? Very often, librarians are required to teach with little or no formal training and this can cause a lot of anxiety and stress.
Trial by Fire, Boot Camps and Brown Bags: How Do We Learn to Teach? Read More »
By Debby R. Wegener Abstract:At the Temasek Polytechnic (TP) Library the librarians have been teaching Information Literacy (IL) and gathering feedback on these sessions for many, many years. While the students always profess to have enjoyed these sessions, what really needs to be ascertained is whether or not they have actually learned anything. The thought
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By Wong Kah Wei and Magdeline Ng Tao Tao Abstract:This paper aims to share the current state of embedded librarianship at National University of Singapore (NUS). The embedded librarian initiative started since 2016 at NUS with surprising positive outcomes and movements. The first embedded librarian was offered a joint appointment with Ridge View Residential College
The Embedded Librarian(s) at the National University of Singapore: The Journey Continues Read More »
By Pu Fang Chiong, Patrick and Wong Kah Wei Abstract: “No, I came in thinking it was a waste of time, but I learnt useful skills that I would use over the course of my PhD. Thank you!” … with these encouraging words from a senior student who attended the module a few semesters ago,
Experiences of NUS Librarians as Lecturers of a PhD Engineering Module Read More »