Why did we start this project?
explore common experiences
identify shared solutions
experience the ethics process
Project status
ethics ethics ethics
collecting all the data
What do you think will be the biggest challenges?
1. Identify the key challenges faced by new academic librarians in Canada
2. Determine what supports exist to assist new graduates in becoming academic librarians
3. Identify gaps between education, expectations, and experiences from a variety of perspectives
literature review → surveys → follow up interviews → analysis → presentation and publication
Sampling
[Canadian context]
Surveys:
current students
recent graduates
new professionals
recruitment and supervising
Interviews:
recruitment and supervising
Literature shout out
Oud, J. (2008). Adjusting to the workplace: Transitions faced by new academic librarians. College & Research Libraries, 69(3), 252-266.
Harrington, M., & Marshall, E. (in press). Analyses of mentoring expectations, activities and support in Canadian academic libraries. College & Research Libraries - Preprints.
Key themes from the literature review
recruitment, hiring processes, and orientation
Limitations & future research
transitioning professionals
LIS faculty and administrators
Your turn!
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comments & suggestions & experiences
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Follow along & get in touch!
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