ALA Competency 1: Foundations of the Profession
INFO 5000 - Final Term Paper on Standardized Information in Library System (Fall 2020 Completed)
This term paper critically analyzed the digitization standards of library information sharing, focusing on the issues created by digital metadata standards and their impact on data interoperability. The assignment earned either a B or an A grade and was a significant eye-opener regarding electronic sharing and storage, as well as information dissemination. The discussion on acting ethics and the challenges posed by standardization made this assignment relevant to Competency 1, which highlights the ethics of being an information provider. The paper also explored how institutions can balance sharing materials and accessing them while preserving the privacy and security of the information.
:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1poMn2A_-oR09cuagyPTm6_LA627oYzrnKAUNlXG1dig/edit
INFO 5600 - Reflective Summary on Access to Library Resources (Fall 2020 Completed)
This reflective summary focused on access and circulation of library materials, particularly the challenges faced by rural patrons compared to urban patrons. The assignment earned an A grade and provided a new perspective on access and equal rights for patrons, regardless of their socioeconomic status. The discussion of the sharing and access issues and the appropriate solutions created by libraries made this assignment relevant to Competency 1, which emphasizes the importance of creating effective solutions to ensure access and equal rights for all patrons.
:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nTZ2sA6fnZRR3vD8y6LdHp7tbDYjAvYY-JxqcpHkNgU/edit