1. INN533 - Information Organisation.
This assignment required us to explore the usability of two websites and compare them. This was my first foray into design and user experience testing.JB Hi Fi and iTunes Store User Experience Report
ALIA Core Knowledge and Skills
- Understand and interpret the contexts in which information is originated, stored, organised, retrieved, disseminated and used.
- Identify and investigate information needs and information behaviour of individuals, community groups, organizations and businesses.
- Understand the importance of information architecture to determine the structure, design and flows of information.
- Systematically gather and analyse data and disseminate the findings to advance library and information science theory and its application to the provision of information services.
2. INN331 - Management Issues for Information Professionals.
This assignment was the first time I interviewed a library manager. Using this information against the literature I was able to draw conclusions about management practices.Conversation with an industry professional report
ALIA Core Knowledge and Skills
- Comprehend the ethical, legal and policy issues that are relevant to the sector.
- Assess the value and effectiveness of library and information facilities, products and services.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the improvement of professional practice through a culture of research and evidence-based information practice.
- Ability to build partnerships and alliances.
3. INN333 - Information Programs
This assignment demonstrated my ability to work within a team and develop a program for implementing a social media plan for a public library.Implementing Facebook for a Regional Library Report
ALIA Core Knowledge and Skills
- Market library and information services
- Understand the need for information skills in the community
- Project management skills
- Systematically gather and analyse data and disseminate the findings to advance library and information science theory and its application to the provision of information services
4. INN333 - Information Programs
Creating and maintain a blog was a requirement for a number of my subjects. The blog I was required to keep for INN333 allowed me to explore different technical aspects of the internet. My exploration of Screen-Cast-O-Matic for example, has been beneficial to my learning and professional development.Information Programs Blog Site
ALIA Core Knowledge and Skills
- Comprehend the ethical, legal and policy issues that are relevant to the sector
- Understand and investigate how information is effectively sought and utilised
- Provide and promote free and equitable access to information and client services
- Facilitate the acquisition, licensing or creation of information in a range of media and formats
- Relevant information and communications technology and technology application skills
5. CLN647 - Youth, Pop-culture, and Texts
Another blog I was required to keep detailed aspects about youth and popular culture. This was a small passion-project of mine and allowed me to connect with issues facing youth service librarians.Youth, Pop-Culture, and Texts Blog Site
ALIA Core Knowledge and Skills
- A commitment to life-long learning
- Appropriate information literacy skills
- Market library and information services
- Identify and investigate information needs and information behaviour of individuals, community groups, organizations and businesses
- Comprehend the ethical, legal and policy issues that are relevant to the sector
6. INN531 - Information Management
This assignment was my first experience of information management outside of a library science perspective. The assignment as a group assignment on the information management practices of a charity organisation in BrisbaneALIA Core Knowledge and Skills
- Understand the importance of information architecture to determine the structure, design and flows of information
- Facilitate the acquisition, licensing or creation of information in a range of media and formats
- Professional ethical standards and social responsibility
- Business acumen
- Effective team relationship skills
7. INN530 - Online Information Services
Exploring issues relevant to academic libraries was one of my favourite aspects of studying this degree. The following website was created demonstrating not only my technical abilities in using various programs but also my abilities to research.LibGuides Presentation Site
ALIA Core Knowledge and Skills
- Envision future directions and negotiate alliances for library and information sector development aligned with corporate, social and cultural goals and values
- Forecast, plan, facilitate and evaluate appropriate resource management to library and information services
- Use research skills to provide appropriate information to clients
- Effective communication skills
- Relevant information and communications technology and technology application skills
8. INN532 - Information Literacy Education
I enjoyed working in groups and pairs for assignments. One of the best learning experiences I had was working with a partner to reflect on readings for a particular subject.Information Literacy Journals
ALIA Core Knowledge and Skills
- Self management skills
- Effective team relationship skills
- A commitment to life-long learning
- Understand the need for information skills in the community
- Facilitate the development of information literacy and the ability to critically evaluate information
9. LCN617 - Children's Literature: Criticism and Practice
Using skills developed over the course of the degree, I have been able to successfully demonstrate my technical skills through this book trailer.ALIA Core Knowledge and Skills
- Design and deliver customised information services and products
- Comprehend the ethical, legal and policy issues that are relevant to the sector
- Market library and information services
10. INN690 - Summer Minor Project
This was easily the hardest assignment I have ever completed. This was a self-directed minor thesis on the impact of open access on academic libraries.Systematic Review of Open Access in Academic Libraries.
ALIA Core Knowledge and Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Project management skills
- Self management skills
- Systematically gather and analyse data and disseminate the findings to advance library and information science theory and its application to the provision of information services
- Envision future directions and negotiate alliances for library and information sector development aligned with corporate, social and cultural goals and values
