Good Morning,
This semester has been a very informative one for me. I have learned a great deal since I do not currently work in a library. My favorite assignment was the library visit. I really enjoyed going two libraries and learning about them. Learning how they work on the inside was great for me and it also helped to get me a few connections. Not only did I benefit from going to the library myself, but I also learned a great deal from my classmates visits as well. I really enjoyed seeing what they all found and learning about those types of libraries too.
Something that was new to me was our ethical assignment. I have not had very many experiences where I had to deal with ethics like these or in a professional setting before. So it was fascinating to act as a librarian to deal with an ethical issue. Although I was not really in the situation it gave me a good idea of how to act if something came up like one of cases we had. It made me look at myself my beliefs and values. But in some of those cases my beliefs and values may be different and that is where I have to be professional and put my beliefs aside.
I learned a great deal about being professional in this class as well. There is a lot involved in being a professional. I had to take a look at myself to see what qualities I posses of these traits and some that I need to work on a little more. One characteristic I really think is important is passion for the job, if it is not there, I don't think you'll ever succeed. You really need to love some part of it to make it work. I look for passion in every job I have because it is important for me to do a good job and feel I made a difference in some way each work day.
This class has taught me a lot about the field and that is exactly what I wanted from it. There is so much that I had no idea about before I started the class. Since I do not work in a library I feel that I am at a slight disadvantage when it comes to personal experiences. But reading about other classmates experiences and reading about others, it makes me excited for what the future will hold for me in the library.
Ashley
Friday, April 25, 2014
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Revisit Assumptions/Assertions about LIS
Good Morning,
As I look back at my past post of assumptions and assertions about the profession. I still agree with everything I said in that post. Libraries are headed more towards technology as the world heads that way itself. Libraries are still key in keeping record of history. I think overall my views are still dead on. But as this semester has gone on, I have learned a more about the profession and it has evolved some of the ideas I had.
Libraries are investing more on technology and through the course I got to see how and learn more about it. For example, one of my library visits was to an academic library and they have a much bigger virtual library then they do a physical one. Across the country, in Texas they also have the first bookless library. These are things I may not have realized as much without this class to help show and teach me some of this. Libraries are starting loan out e-books to patrons, it is getting more advanced and in a good way. It's interesting to learn about the new things that are coming and comparing them to what we use now.
Archiving is something that was mostly new to me. I think it is important to keep around and on top of. But resources are limited and it is very costly in some cases to convert everything to a digital collection. Libraries do have this important task of keeping track of history and archiving it helps tremendously. So I think I am still right with my first assumption, I have just learned more about with articles and other people's library visits to this type of institution. I don't think archives will ever not be valuable.
Ashley
As I look back at my past post of assumptions and assertions about the profession. I still agree with everything I said in that post. Libraries are headed more towards technology as the world heads that way itself. Libraries are still key in keeping record of history. I think overall my views are still dead on. But as this semester has gone on, I have learned a more about the profession and it has evolved some of the ideas I had.
Libraries are investing more on technology and through the course I got to see how and learn more about it. For example, one of my library visits was to an academic library and they have a much bigger virtual library then they do a physical one. Across the country, in Texas they also have the first bookless library. These are things I may not have realized as much without this class to help show and teach me some of this. Libraries are starting loan out e-books to patrons, it is getting more advanced and in a good way. It's interesting to learn about the new things that are coming and comparing them to what we use now.
Archiving is something that was mostly new to me. I think it is important to keep around and on top of. But resources are limited and it is very costly in some cases to convert everything to a digital collection. Libraries do have this important task of keeping track of history and archiving it helps tremendously. So I think I am still right with my first assumption, I have just learned more about with articles and other people's library visits to this type of institution. I don't think archives will ever not be valuable.
Ashley
Saturday, April 19, 2014
Blogging about Professional Blogs
Good Afternoon,
Today I am going to look into two professional blogs. The two I chose are No Shelf Required and YALSA. Let's dive in!
No Shelf Required by Sue Polanka and Mirela Roncevic
No Shelf Required is a blog about e-books and material on the internet for libraries. They focus on letting librarians know what is new in the world of technology. On the blog librarians and anyone really has the opportunity to ask questions and get more informed on new things happening with digital libraries. These ladies cover so many topics from new apps, to new reference sites. They make new entires very frequently, sometimes more then once a day. As long as it relates to the library and technology they are going to post it to the blog. They want to make sure they cover all of their bases. They also have readers send in information that they feel everyone should know about. It is amazing the amount of articles begin with I was emailed about this topic. I think it is great how interactive and involved this blog seems to be.
One very interesting entry I read was about book snatching. The entry talked about how e-books disappear at a certain time on your e-device. This is very different than how it used to be with an actual book, where you had to take it back to the library (S Polanka, 2014). I found this one very interesting because technology has become so advanced that we can expire e-books and emails after so long. I have no idea how they do it, but it is very fascinating.
YALSA by Sarah Flowers
Yalsa stands for the Young Adult Library Services Association. YALSA is a blog that reaches out to young adults and their interests. They want to get teens involved and keep them interested in the library. This blog posts almost everyday and they do a lot of cool things. They have more informational posts along with some fun ones. They have an app of the week along with tweets of the week post. That's right YALSA even has a twitter account. Social Media is very important in society now and YALSA knows that it's a great way to get out there and reach even more teens. Another interesting thing about YALSA is that if you join and are 13 and older you can even write blog entries. I think it is really interesting that these teens also get the ability to write on the blog about libraries or cool new tech stuff they find. It is a very interesting blog that lets the teens use their voice as well. I think that is really unique to find.
For YALSA the interesting article to me is the app of the week, which they do every week. I think that it is a great way to get good apps out there for the teens that involve library and information science in some way. I really think this blog is great and a very educational tool for teens.
Ashley
References:
Flowers, S. (n. d.). YALSA [blog]. Retrieved from http://yalsa.ala.org/blog/
Polanka, S., & Roncevic, M. (n.d.). No shelf required [blog]. Retrieved from http://www.libraries.wright.edu/noshelfrequired/
Today I am going to look into two professional blogs. The two I chose are No Shelf Required and YALSA. Let's dive in!
No Shelf Required by Sue Polanka and Mirela Roncevic
No Shelf Required is a blog about e-books and material on the internet for libraries. They focus on letting librarians know what is new in the world of technology. On the blog librarians and anyone really has the opportunity to ask questions and get more informed on new things happening with digital libraries. These ladies cover so many topics from new apps, to new reference sites. They make new entires very frequently, sometimes more then once a day. As long as it relates to the library and technology they are going to post it to the blog. They want to make sure they cover all of their bases. They also have readers send in information that they feel everyone should know about. It is amazing the amount of articles begin with I was emailed about this topic. I think it is great how interactive and involved this blog seems to be.
One very interesting entry I read was about book snatching. The entry talked about how e-books disappear at a certain time on your e-device. This is very different than how it used to be with an actual book, where you had to take it back to the library (S Polanka, 2014). I found this one very interesting because technology has become so advanced that we can expire e-books and emails after so long. I have no idea how they do it, but it is very fascinating.
YALSA by Sarah Flowers
Yalsa stands for the Young Adult Library Services Association. YALSA is a blog that reaches out to young adults and their interests. They want to get teens involved and keep them interested in the library. This blog posts almost everyday and they do a lot of cool things. They have more informational posts along with some fun ones. They have an app of the week along with tweets of the week post. That's right YALSA even has a twitter account. Social Media is very important in society now and YALSA knows that it's a great way to get out there and reach even more teens. Another interesting thing about YALSA is that if you join and are 13 and older you can even write blog entries. I think it is really interesting that these teens also get the ability to write on the blog about libraries or cool new tech stuff they find. It is a very interesting blog that lets the teens use their voice as well. I think that is really unique to find.
For YALSA the interesting article to me is the app of the week, which they do every week. I think that it is a great way to get good apps out there for the teens that involve library and information science in some way. I really think this blog is great and a very educational tool for teens.
Ashley
References:
Flowers, S. (n. d.). YALSA [blog]. Retrieved from http://yalsa.ala.org/blog/
Polanka, S., & Roncevic, M. (n.d.). No shelf required [blog]. Retrieved from http://www.libraries.wright.edu/noshelfrequired/
Comparative Analysis of Professional Journals
Good Morning,
Today I am going to take a look at two professional journals in the Library and Information Science field. The two journals I chose to look into are The American Archivist and The Electronic Library.
The American Archivist
ISSN: 0360-9081
"The journal seeks to reflect thinking about theoretical and practical developments in the archival profession, particularly in North America; about the relationships between archivists and the creators and users of archives; and about cultural, social, legal, and technological developments that affect the nature of recorded information and the need to create and maintain it" (The American Archivist 2014).
I chose to look at The American Archivist because this is one field I am thinking about taking my career into. Therefore this would be a good journal to keep my eye on.The American Archivist is edited by Gregory S. Hunter. He is the chair of the editorial team, but there are 14 more members who are also one the editorial team. The board ultimately decides between the submissions they get the ones that will be published into the journal. The American Archivist publishes a lot of different types of work. They publish Research Articles, Case Studies, Perspective, International Scene, Professional Resources.
The American Archivist's intended audience is generally people who are archivists, have interest in becoming an archivist and people with a general interest in Archives. It is and available to the public online, dating from three years until it began. The most current three years are available for a fee. If you are a SAA member you receive print copies of the journal along with access to the most current three years issued.
The whole thing is interesting to me as a whole. I think the journal is a great read when trying to learn more about the field and that is exactly what I am doing. The topic I find most interesting is the case studies. I like to see what new studies have been conducted and seeing the results that come up as well. That stuff as always interested me more.
The Electronic Library
ISSN: 0264-0473
"The journal is particularly focused on exploring, applying, and evaluating new theories and technologies to create better digital libraries and enhanced library services. Topics covered include automation, digitisation, user interfaces, networks, information centres, hardware and software development, and technology" (The Electronic Library 2014).
I chose to look into The Electronic Library because as I have started to take my MLIS classes I have realized just how important technology is to the field. The world is getting more and more invested in technology. As we do this as a society our libraries need to adapt to the change as well. Therefore a technology journal is very beneficial to have to help you informed of new things happening in the technological world. The Electronic Library is really nice because it is focused on technology in the library as well, so we can see how people are using the new technology to our field exactly.
The Editor of The Electronic Library is Dr. Jinagpin Chen. There are 7 more specialized editors along with one publisher, and a editorial board of 26 members. They take submissions for the journal on a number of subjects:
The American Archivist. (2014). Society of American Archivists. Retrieved from http://www2.archivists.org/american-archivist
The Electronic Library. (2014). Emerald Group Publishing. Retrieved from http://www.emeraldgrouppublishing.com/products/journals/journals.htm?id=el
Today I am going to take a look at two professional journals in the Library and Information Science field. The two journals I chose to look into are The American Archivist and The Electronic Library.
The American Archivist
ISSN: 0360-9081
"The journal seeks to reflect thinking about theoretical and practical developments in the archival profession, particularly in North America; about the relationships between archivists and the creators and users of archives; and about cultural, social, legal, and technological developments that affect the nature of recorded information and the need to create and maintain it" (The American Archivist 2014).
I chose to look at The American Archivist because this is one field I am thinking about taking my career into. Therefore this would be a good journal to keep my eye on.The American Archivist is edited by Gregory S. Hunter. He is the chair of the editorial team, but there are 14 more members who are also one the editorial team. The board ultimately decides between the submissions they get the ones that will be published into the journal. The American Archivist publishes a lot of different types of work. They publish Research Articles, Case Studies, Perspective, International Scene, Professional Resources.
The American Archivist's intended audience is generally people who are archivists, have interest in becoming an archivist and people with a general interest in Archives. It is and available to the public online, dating from three years until it began. The most current three years are available for a fee. If you are a SAA member you receive print copies of the journal along with access to the most current three years issued.
The whole thing is interesting to me as a whole. I think the journal is a great read when trying to learn more about the field and that is exactly what I am doing. The topic I find most interesting is the case studies. I like to see what new studies have been conducted and seeing the results that come up as well. That stuff as always interested me more.
The Electronic Library
ISSN: 0264-0473
"The journal is particularly focused on exploring, applying, and evaluating new theories and technologies to create better digital libraries and enhanced library services. Topics covered include automation, digitisation, user interfaces, networks, information centres, hardware and software development, and technology" (The Electronic Library 2014).
I chose to look into The Electronic Library because as I have started to take my MLIS classes I have realized just how important technology is to the field. The world is getting more and more invested in technology. As we do this as a society our libraries need to adapt to the change as well. Therefore a technology journal is very beneficial to have to help you informed of new things happening in the technological world. The Electronic Library is really nice because it is focused on technology in the library as well, so we can see how people are using the new technology to our field exactly.
The Editor of The Electronic Library is Dr. Jinagpin Chen. There are 7 more specialized editors along with one publisher, and a editorial board of 26 members. They take submissions for the journal on a number of subjects:
- "Libraries and the web
- Digital Libraries
- Library technology and automation
- Software and hardware developments for information management and sharing
- Library networking, integrated library systems, and online public access catalogues
- User interfaces and web usability
- Internet access and use
- e-books, databases, and e-journals
- e-governance and e-readiness
- Library services for online and distance learning"
(The Electronic Library 2014).
To view The Electronic Library you need to subscribe of the Emerald e-journals. If you are a part of that you can view any article at your leisure. You can also purchase the article to view as well. As a Wayne State University student I have the ability to view the journal through our school library.
The most interesting topic in the journal that I have found would be anything on digital libraries and e-books. I find that stuff very interesting as nooks and kindles become more popular. I like to see what new things they are doing with these products and digital libraries in general.
Comparison
Similarities
- You need to be subscribed to both to be able to view all of the collection
- Both have a team of editors to help decide what will be published.
- Both accept articles to be published in the journals.
- Both have a few sample articles available for free
Differences
- The Electronic Library is more about electronics whereas The American Archivist is about Archives
- The Electronic Library has a lot more on the editorial team.
- The American Archivist has peer review every once in a while for their journal.
Overall Both journals are a great source of information. One can learn a lot about the archives or technology in the library from these journals. The only downside is you have to subscribe or become a member to really get the full benefits of what these journals have to offer. Other than that, they were fun to research and get to know better.
Ashley
References:
The American Archivist. (2014). Society of American Archivists. Retrieved from http://www2.archivists.org/american-archivist
The Electronic Library. (2014). Emerald Group Publishing. Retrieved from http://www.emeraldgrouppublishing.com/products/journals/journals.htm?id=el
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Mid- Semester Analysis and Reflection
Good Evening,
I have really enjoyed keeping a blog. It is something that is new to me. I think it has really helped to open up the world of librarianship. I Liked looking into jobs that I might want to consider one day. Taking the time to evaluate myself and my qualities was good too. It has shown me things I should work on a little more and things I can bring to the table. I also enjoyed learning about the different types of associations that are out there. I had no idea there were so many. Even after looking at some of my class mates and what they presented on was fascinating. It was nice to get a good perspective on a a bunch of different associations that way.
I have really enjoyed the think tank activities. Taking a look at what is happening in libraries today is really interesting. I love the questions that the groups come up with and the way the whole assignment is run. I think learning how other libraries work and what they are bringing new to the table is really fascinating. Think tanks are definitely a post I go back to and read what other people have said. It's nice to see what my class mates have said about the articles as well.
I find that a lot of my posts are geared toward public library. I think that is because it is the ultimate destination I would like to achieve. I also think I do it because that is what I know most about. Every once in a while though I do also like to talk about archives. Therefore, I know that is a path I would like to look more into as well. I tend to look at posts from other classmates when they are archive related. I like to learn more about it, so when they post information about it, I soak it up. This is something I had not really thought about before, but looking back at what I do post about does have that pattern.
I think overall the blog has been very helpful. It has helped me learn more about the field and what it really has to offer. It has shown me the types of jobs that are out there and what I think and feel I need to achieve that job. It has really mane me think about what direction I would like to go overall and I look forward to seeing where this takes me in the end.
In the second half of the semester I look to open up more and learn even more about different types of librarian jobs. I want to get a well rounded understanding of what MLIS can offer me and what I can offer as well. I think the Library Visits will be very helpful for that. I'm looking forward to reading those the most.
I'm excited for the next half of the semester and the finish of my first semester =]
Ashley
I have really enjoyed keeping a blog. It is something that is new to me. I think it has really helped to open up the world of librarianship. I Liked looking into jobs that I might want to consider one day. Taking the time to evaluate myself and my qualities was good too. It has shown me things I should work on a little more and things I can bring to the table. I also enjoyed learning about the different types of associations that are out there. I had no idea there were so many. Even after looking at some of my class mates and what they presented on was fascinating. It was nice to get a good perspective on a a bunch of different associations that way.
I have really enjoyed the think tank activities. Taking a look at what is happening in libraries today is really interesting. I love the questions that the groups come up with and the way the whole assignment is run. I think learning how other libraries work and what they are bringing new to the table is really fascinating. Think tanks are definitely a post I go back to and read what other people have said. It's nice to see what my class mates have said about the articles as well.
I find that a lot of my posts are geared toward public library. I think that is because it is the ultimate destination I would like to achieve. I also think I do it because that is what I know most about. Every once in a while though I do also like to talk about archives. Therefore, I know that is a path I would like to look more into as well. I tend to look at posts from other classmates when they are archive related. I like to learn more about it, so when they post information about it, I soak it up. This is something I had not really thought about before, but looking back at what I do post about does have that pattern.
I think overall the blog has been very helpful. It has helped me learn more about the field and what it really has to offer. It has shown me the types of jobs that are out there and what I think and feel I need to achieve that job. It has really mane me think about what direction I would like to go overall and I look forward to seeing where this takes me in the end.
In the second half of the semester I look to open up more and learn even more about different types of librarian jobs. I want to get a well rounded understanding of what MLIS can offer me and what I can offer as well. I think the Library Visits will be very helpful for that. I'm looking forward to reading those the most.
I'm excited for the next half of the semester and the finish of my first semester =]
Ashley
Sunday, March 2, 2014
Job Analysis Part 2
Good Afternoon,
In my previous post I talked about a job I would like to have in the future. Now that I have a job in mind I need to put a plan down to get that job. Therefore in this post I will be talking about what skills I already have and ones that I need to develop to get there. Along with anything else I may need to do to get the job.Some skills that I already poses include the drive and motivation to get my work done. I have pride in what I do and I take it very seriously. I have been in charge of a group of people before, so I have some of the necessary skills needed to run a team. I have had to make work schedules and fill out daily and weekly paperwork. I have great organizational skills and complete my tasks on time. I have also ran programs before as a Resident Advisor for 3 years. So i have a good grasp on what I need to do to put programs on.
To get this job I will need to have my degree in MLIS. Which I am currently working on. I also think I might need a little more time in the library. Therefore, I might consider volunteering more at the library or getting a part time job there. That way I can get a better handle on the inner workings of how a library. I have not had much experience with a budget though, so I would need to get better at handling one on a bigger scale than my own. Looking into a budgeting class or seminar might be beneficial to me. Also, I may have run a staff, but I was not the one who hired them. Therefore I would probably need to work on interview skills and what qualities I look for and want in my staff.
Overall, I think I could get this job if I did the things stated in the above. I know that my library experience is lacking, but if I start now, by the time I graduate I should be ready to take in bigger responsibilities in the library. I think that is the biggest thing that could stop me from getting the job, therefore it is important to change that. I look forward to the challenges that shall when looking for my dream job and I can’t wait to conquer them.
Ashley
Saturday, February 15, 2014
Job Analysis Part 1
Good Afternoon,
Today I am going to look at one of the jobs I have thought about pursuing in the future. There a lot to look through. I want to do something with children and management. I have had a few jobs where I have been in charge of a group of people. It was hard at times but very rewarding in the end. I have learned a lot by doing it. I found a listing for a small library manager. Since it is small, I still feel like I could get involved with the children’s department and still run an efficient library.
Library Manager
The first one I found that would be good for me is a library manager of a small library. I have not worked much in the library setting. I have only volunteered a few times. Therefore, a small library would be a great place to start. I think it would be a challenge for me, but I think it would be a fun one to take on.
There would be a lot involved in being a library manager. I would have to be good at managing my time and be very organized. There are deadlines to meet everywhere. I would have to be able to supervise over a staff and handle major issues that could occur. There would be an importance of being able to delegate work to the employees below me fairly and evenly. I would be responsible for making schedules, training, and maybe even hiring new staff members. With that comes the need for good communication and people skills. Lastly, having a good handle on how the technology in the library works would be a good skill to have as well.
To be a manager I would need a MLIS degree. Experience working in any form of library. Of course I would need experience in management somewhere, a library would be best. There would be a need to have an understanding of the inner workings of a library, how to set up a curriculum and programs, a good handle on research, and technological information.
As a manager, I would likely report to a director especially being at a small library. If it is a small library in a big district with a few other libraries I might even report to one of the other libraries. I would of course be responsible for a lot of my actions and plans as the manager. As a manager I would also responsible for my staffs actions as well since they were most likely following my rules and procedures.
I feel this career would help develop my skills as a library manager. I will become a stronger librarian and gain the experience necessary to move up. When I say move up I mean to a bigger library with a few more expectations. It could take me to a bigger public library or even a university library. Either way it is a way to grow and learn even more.
I feel this career would help develop my skills as a library manager. I will become a stronger librarian and gain the experience necessary to move up. When I say move up I mean to a bigger library with a few more expectations. It could take me to a bigger public library or even a university library. Either way it is a way to grow and learn even more.
Ashley
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Professional Associations
Good Evening,
Professional associations are important to be a
part of because it’s a great way to network and connect with other people in
the field. It can help lead me to jobs in the fields that I would like to be in
once I get my degree. So I look forward to looking into a few of them to see
which ones might be best for me. So let’s look at a couple now.
Society of American Archivists (SAA)
The Society of American Archivists was founded
in 1936. The association mission is to encourage and develop the values of
archives and archivists. The stand as a source for American archivists to come
and communicate with others in the same field and interests. The association
has four different types of membership, which include: full, student,
associate, and institutional. All have annual dues. Benefits to becoming a
member include getting an electronic copy of The American Archivist,
which is a journal that has articles, case studies, research, and more within
it. Full and Associate members would get a printed copy of this as well.
Members also get the Archival Outlook which is a newsletter that talks about
upcoming events and important news. SAA has a bookstore that members get to
enjoy a nice discount on as well. Lastly they can join a mentoring program
which brings people with similar interests together. They have an annual
meeting every year in a different city which lasts about a week. There they can
network, go to fun special events, and workshops.
Art Libraries Society of North America
(ARLIS/NA)
Art Libraries Society of North America was
founded in 1972. The society’s mission is uphold the importance of art and
design librarianship. They want to keep traditions strong but keep up with the
ever-changing world’s technology. ARLIS/NA strives to be a great resource for
people in the field to connect and learn from. The society has four types of
membership as well, individual, Introductory, retired/unemployed, and student.
Benefits to becoming a member include participating in the society structure
such as holding a position in the executive board. But they also have
committee's, divisions, special interest groups, and chapters that you can be
involved in as well. ARLIS/NA also offers its members opportunities to get
scholarships and awards. There are great career resources available to you as
well. They also have a few publications that are special for you. They have Art
Documentation which comes out twice a year with exciting and important
articles to read and view. The Occasional Papers Series has longer
essays and reviews on more focused topics. ARLIS/NA has an annual conference
that gives members the opportunity to go and learn more in art librarianship.
It gives them another chance to network in person. Another interesting event
that I noticed they had was study abroad options. I thought that was really
different and awesome for them to offer.
I choose to look at these two associations
because they are geared toward career paths I would like to look more into. I
love the SAA for it’s archival side and it has a lot of great benefits to
becoming a member. I feel I could learn a lot from them and the networking
opportunities would be amazing since they have about 5,000 members. I like
ARLIS/NA as well. I enjoy that this one is not as big, with 1,000 members and
that it is more of a focused group on art. I think I am really starting to get
more interested in the art and museum side of the field. Like I stated in the
above, I also like that it gives study abroad options, that’s great. I think
giving people the opportunity to go somewhere else to see how they do things is
wonderful. We can always learn new techniques and tricks. If I had to chose
today one of the associations to join it would be the ARLIS/NA. I like the feel
I get from their website and the literature I have read on it. They look like a
small tight knit group with a lot going on. There were plenty of great benefits
to joining as well. I really like that they help with looking for jobs. It’s
nice that they are there to help fellow members out like that. I look forward
to reading more of what these two associations offer as well as looking into a
few more. That way I can choose one that fits me best, maybe two.
Ashley
About SAA. (2014). Society
of american archivists. Retrieved from
http://www2.archivists.org/
History & Mission. (2013). Art
libraries society of north america. Retrieved from
http://www.arlisna.org/index.html
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Personal Goals and Objections
Good Morning,
Today I want to talk about what my goals are for my career in the field. There are plenty of different types of jobs I can get from the degree. Some I haven’t even realized quite yet what they are. Through the class I hope to get a deeper look into all of the different jobs one can have in the field. But here are two types of career paths I am considering.
One job that I am very interested in that I could be myself having is a children’s librarian. I have always known that I love working with children. They are absolutely fascinating and they have the best imaginations. Some of my favorite memories from school were made in the library. I loved going into the computer lab and learning how to type or play jump start on the computer. It was always a lot of fun. But I have to say my favorite memories always were March is reading month. I loved the programs that the librarians would put on. One that really stuck in my head was when we pretended we were using the underground railroad. They set up the library with hiding places for us and I just remember it being a blast. We learned a lot and we got to have a lot of fun while doing it. That’s what I want to do. I want to help put on awesome programs for children all throughout the year. They don’t have to be just reading programs either, but computer ones would be just as important. I want them to be as excited to go to the library as I was. I think if children are excited to learn and read at a young age they will do wonders in the world and I want to help get them there.
The second job that I have been considering is working within a museum. I think archiving and preserving would be great as well. This wasn’t something that made me decide to go into this field though. But after going to orientation, I kept thinking back to this type of job. It seems so interesting and something I would have a lot of fun doing. Being able to help keep pieces of history alive is a really important task and being able to be a part of that would be amazing. I would love to work in any museum doing it. But I think an art museum is where I would like to be the most. I really love the idea of it and I hope to be able to get a better look at a job in this field throughout the semester because I am really interested in it.
Writing about what jobs I would like to have has been a little surreal. I feel like typing them up has made them more real to me than ever before. That is so exciting and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes me.
Ashley
Friday, January 17, 2014
Introduction and Assumptions/Assertions
Hello and welcome to my blog. My name is Ashley Miklues. I am currently a grad student at Wayne State University in the LIS program. I earned my undergrad degree from Eastern Michigan University in Literature and I have a minor in Children's Literature. This is the first blog I have written. I look forward to learning how to use them.
I currently do not work in a library, I have only volunteered a few times. Therefore I have made quite a few assumptions or assertions about the field. I am very exited to learn more about the field this semester. I think it will be very eye opening to learn more about the reality of the profession then what I have thought and researched myself.
Libraries are becoming more invested in technology as the culture changes.
When I think about a library I usually think books, right away. But there is so much more to what a library offers now. Computers are everywhere in libraries. They are an essential piece to learning now. The Internet offers us a way to get information quickly without having to search through books. I think library's realize in a way to stay current they need computers to survive.
Libraries provide the best source of information.
Libraries have always been a great source for information. They have shelves and shelves of books to learn from. But now they offer even more with the help of the Internet and the computer they offer to their patrons. I believe the library has everything a person would need to learn about whatever subject they are looking into. They can go between books and the Internet. A little foot work never hurt anyone. Sometimes that's what one needs to do when they can not find what they're looking for on the Internet. Books are still there to help out and be useful.
Libraries are great for keeping history alive.
History is important and it is how we learn as a nation/world. I'm not just talking about books either. The library has an important job of archiving documents. Technology is great here because it has helped the field be able to archive even more then they were before. This is a very important aspect to the library that I think a lot of people overlook.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)