Journal Article: “Librarian Fascination and Student Confusion with “RE” words: Research, Reference, Resources, and Reserves”
The following article was recently published by Pennsylvania Libraries: Research and Practice.
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Authors
Valerie A Lynn
Penn State Hazleton
Bonnie Imler
Penn State Altoona
Source
Pennsylvania Libraries: Research and Practice
Vol 8, No 1 (2020)
DOI: 10.5195/palrap.2020.222
Abstract
Student confusion regarding the use of library jargon on websites, during instruction sessions, and in conversation is nothing new; however, four commonly used terms have recently lost context both inside and outside of the library setting. Coincidently, all four words begin with “RE”: research, reference, resources, and reserves. By asking our students what they believe these “RE” words mean, we were able to get a clearer indication of their perceptions and specific information needs. We believe that finding a common linguistic foundation with limited library jargon reduces barriers and promotes student comprehension and satisfaction.
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About Gary Price
Gary Price (gprice@gmail.com) is a librarian, writer, consultant, and frequent conference speaker based in the Washington D.C. metro area. He earned his MLIS degree from Wayne State University in Detroit. Price has won several awards including the SLA Innovations in Technology Award and Alumnus of the Year from the Wayne St. University Library and Information Science Program. From 2006-2009 he was Director of Online Information Services at Ask.com.
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