http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/773 http://idea.library.drexel.edu/retrieve/15313 http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/773 Search the Channel search http://idea.library.drexel.edu/simple-search http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/4044 Title: Evolving information technologies in biomedical research <br/> <br/>Authors: Bhatt, Jay <br/> <br/>Abstract: As new academic research initiatives become increasingly interdisciplinary, it is imperative that science and engineering librarians develop and implement new approaches to the dissemination of library research tools and techniques. At Drexel University, several such initiatives have resulted in collaborative research in areas such as Medical Devices, Engineering Cities, Biomaterials, Neurosciences, and Biosensors, and Tissue Engineering. But what good is information if researchers do not know how to get it? Researchers need to be aware of how to access information from a variety of resources that cover a broad spectrum of academic disciplines. How can social media tools function as information awareness tools for researchers in an academic community from the perspectives of biomedical research? This presentation provides outlines various approaches to keep current in cancer research. http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/4027 Title: Using emerging information technologies in aerospace research <br/> <br/>Authors: Bhatt, Jay; Woodson, Shawn; Yousuff, Ajmal <br/> <br/>Abstract: Emerging information technologies now provide a vast number of research and current updates in aerospace research areas that scientists and engineers would need to continually monitor to enhance their own research productivity. As these new tools become available, researchers need to become familiar with their content and new features soon enough to take advantage of their information collecting capabilities. Electronic information retrieval through resources such as Engineering Village, IEEE digital Library and aerospace databases among several others provide efficient venues to discover new state of the art content published in space related subject areas. Features such as alerting services and RSS feeds based on keyword searches assist researchers quickly to receive new information on global research developments providing researchers ability to apply new knowledge in their own respective research areas. Although such technologies provide efficient mechanisms to share, collaborate, and work together in the quest to solve a particular problem in aerospace research, the researchers are often overwhelmed with the wealth of available information, or worse, not able to take a full advantage of the available resources. This paper will describe major resources and show how researchers can effectively leverage them in their work. As a case study example, information technology utilization is demonstrated focusing on space debris management and space traffic management. These are two areas in which global collaboration among universities and organizations worldwide can help discover solutions over a period of time. As countries worldwide explore innovative systems for space exploration, it becomes all the more important for global collaboration to find solutions to problems created by space debris. Other areas such as space medicine, space policies, and innovative space exploration also can also greatly benefit by keeping current with information in order to apply that knowledge in future research methods. While researching and keeping up-to-date information in aerospace research is crucial, it is also important for experimenting with innovative teaching methods in face to face or online instructional programs worldwide. With the vision of students taking classes anywhere anytime and learning state of the art aerospace related information, innovative online teaching methods are bound to positively influence student active learning experiences. This paper also highlights some of these innovative teaching methods demonstrating how engaged, interactive, and collaborative learning in students can be accomplished. http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/3965 Title: Keeping the Conversation Alive: Maintaining Students' Research Skills Throughout Their College Careers <br/> <br/>Authors: Bhatt, Jay; Milliken, Larry; Ackert, Lloyd; Goldberg, Eleanor <br/> <br/>Abstract: At Drexel University the library teaches engineering students information research skills in their first and senior years. These students would benefit from a refresher in their middle college years to enhance their abilities in using library databases. Such an opportunity exists in the junior year when all engineering students are required to take “Technology in Historical Perspective” (HIST 285) a course offered by the Department of History and Politics in the College of Arts and Sciences. This course examines the interrelationship between technology and its economic, social, intellectual, and political context. Because it requires a research component, HIST 285 offers the humanities and social science librarian, engineering librarian, and history department faculty the chance to help Drexel’s engineering students refine and enhance their information seeking skills. Here we outline our program for integrating library research instruction, which will incorporate activities to promote engaged student learning and methods for assessing information competence, into the HIST 285 syllabus. By introducing students to a variety of resources including engineering and history databases, primary scientific literature, and patents, we can help students improve their research skills. http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/3964 Title: Patents at Mach 2: Technology on the Cutting Edge. Drexel Experience in a Biomedical Engineering class focusing on Nanotechnology applications <br/> <br/>Authors: Bhatt, Jay <br/> <br/>Abstract: In 2007, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office received a record-breaking 450,000 new patent applications. Worldwide patent filings are on the rise, with innovations in information and computer technology, biotechnology and nanotechnology driving much of the increase. This hands-on workshop will introduce you to advanced techniques and tools for searching patents using case studies from biomedical engineering, biotechnology, electrical and mechanical engineering. You will learn how to use the U.S. and International patent classification systems to improve your search results and explore new online tools for keeping up to date with emerging technologies. http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/3771 Title: Enhancing graduate online programs by using digital library services <br/> <br/>Authors: Genis, Vladimir; Bhatt, Jay; Woodson, Shawn <br/> <br/>Abstract: The Master of Science in Engineering Technology (MSET) program was developed at Drexel University to provide a graduate level educational opportunity on a full- or part-time basis. The program is designed to be extremely flexible; it permits the student to select a combination of courses relevant to individual career goals in technology or to provide the foundation for further advanced study. The multidisciplinary curriculum includes core courses and electives in such areas as rapid prototyping, programmable devices and systems, modern energy conversion technologies, lean manufacturing principles, project management, to name a few. The program is currently available entirely online and several of the courses employ web-based laboratory exercises. Through collaboration with Drexel University Libraries, online instructional sessions are planned, designed, and executed. These include: developing quality information seeking and research skills, keeping current with new research, and efficient management of quality references. With technologies available such as Web Conferencing, Chat Reference or Instant Messaging, Email Reference, Course Management System Integration, Blogs, Text Messaging and Telephone service, distance learners receive necessary assistance needed for their projects and assignments through virtual environments. This also helps them discover a variety of information resources available through the Libraries’ website which otherwise they would not have known since they do not come to campus. The information skills learned during the process contribute to life-long learning among the students in this new online program. Assessments mechanisms are envisioned to measure students acquired information skills. http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/3770 Title: International Biomedical Engineering Education through collaborative Student Service-learning experiences <br/> <br/>Authors: Bhatt, Jay; Dimiskovski, Marko; Lin, Vanessa; Brahmbhatt, Pareshkumar; Karsan, Shirin; Karkenny, Alexa <br/> <br/>Abstract: In 2009, two students from Drexel University’s School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems (BIOMED) initiated the weServe Program (weServe). weServe’s mission is to provide students with hands-on experiences to utilize biomedical engineering in underrepresented and under-served communities. Since then, student participation in the program has increased and weServe dedicates its efforts to both local and global initiatives, creating partnerships to develop life-saving and life-enhancing solutions through innovative service. With a focus on experiential learning, students are given the opportunity to immerse themselves in communities, learn to identify their needs, and apply their academic educational training in real world scenarios. On a global scale, the program is expanding and has developed working relationships with hospitals in The Gambia and Mozambique. The progress and efficacy of service projects that students participated in The Gambia and Mozambique will be analyzed. Additionally, the impact in gaps of service visits, due to academic schedules and lack of financial resources will be discussed and the status of biomedical engineering in The Gambia and Mozambique will be referenced. http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/3547 Title: Graduate Student Information Literacy <br/> <br/>Authors: Dominy, Margaret; Bhatt, Jay; Pell, John <br/> <br/>Abstract: Research conducted with first year graduate students in the Biology and Chemistry departments of Drexel University during the spring term, 2010 by Dominy & Denick, indicated that these students were not adept in using their primary databases, especially for extensive literature reviews. We saw a need for developing an instruction program tailored to graduate students. We partnered with the Bridge to the Doctorate program and the Fellowships Office at Drexel University. For this group of about 12 students, we designed a series of instruction sessions for the first year of graduate studies. The Fellowships Office is a support service for graduate students applying for grant funding opportunities. This poster describes the sessions developed this year that will form the basis for a larger scale effort next year. <br/> <br/>Description: Poster presented at SLA 2011 Annual Conference http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/3546 Title: Knowledge Literacy vs. Technology Literacy: Education and Outreach Strategies <br/> <br/>Authors: Dominy, Margaret; Denick, Dana <br/> <br/>Abstract: For most undergraduates, throwing a few keywords into a box will get enough papers to satisfy most writing assignments. Some may use "databases" but bring Google-esque searches into the most sophisticated resources, ignoring features that would enhance the information retrieval process. This method satisfies the “good enough” principle. Students know about downloading papers, cutting and pasting text, and utilizing a reference management tool. This amalgamation of skills can be approached as a “Technology Literacy”. First year graduate students, in the sciences, face dissertation proposal. These students must suddenly delve into the body of literature in their field to track their research question. They must comprehend citation intricacies, discover the leading researchers, modify searches with subject headings, descriptors, use filtering features, employ different document types such a review papers, conference proceedings, monographs, articles, subscribe to alert services, exploit "find similar articles," explore funding opportunities, while being efficient and comprehensive. This fusion of skills demonstrates a form of “Knowledge Literacy”. <br/> <br/>Description: Poster presented at SLA Chemistry Division Forum, October 2010 http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/3475 Title: Citation Analysis of Engineering Design Reports for Information Literacy Assessment <br/> <br/>Authors: Denick, Dana; Bhatt, Jay; Layton, Bradley E. <br/> <br/>Abstract: The application of information literacy standards and assessment in higher education are gaining importance in high-stakes decision making and accreditation. Therefore, those responsible for information literacy instruction must apply ongoing, multiple forms of assessment to effectively evaluate student proficiencies. This study explores the assessment of first-year engineering design students’ information literacy skills in order to refine existing methods and library instructional strategies. A citation analysis is presented, representing references cited in first-year engineering design reports from Drexel University’s Introduction to Engineering Design program during the 2008-2009 academic year. Citation style was evaluated and the quantity, resource type, and currency of each citation were recorded. From a sample of 234 citations, 38% of references were classified as websites, 28% of references were journal articles and 12% of references were books. Similarly to other studies, students showed a marked preference for obtaining background information through web searching over the use of reference books in either print or electronic format. The results of this study were compared to previous assessment efforts and aligned to the ALA/ACRL/STS Task Force on Information Literacy for Science and Technology’s Information Literacy Standards for Science and Engineering/Technology1. The methods and findings of this study demonstrate an evidence-based approach, focusing on standards-based assessment of engineering information literacy, specifically in how to best serve students new to engineering research, design and communication. We conclude that a quantitative approach enabled by trained engineering librarians working in tandem with engineering design instructors is critical to enhancing the breadth and rigor by which engineering design students reference their work. We further assert that methods described herein be considered as an additional criterion for ABET accreditation. <br/> <br/>Description: Paper to be presented at American Society for Engineering Education conference, Engineering Libraries Division, June 20-23, 2010 http://idea.library.drexel.edu/handle/1860/3429 Title: What is a Library Courtesy Clerk? <br/> <br/>Authors: Mizelle, Adam <br/> <br/>Abstract: This is a first-hand case study of two years’ experience for Hagerty Library’s Courtesy Clerk. This position is charged with maintaining a safe, pleasant, and comfortable study environment, and began at a time when widespread eating in Hagerty was causing problems. Included are details on how this culture was changed through the use of positive language, sign placement, enforcement, and progressive discipline. <br/> <br/>Description: Presented at ACRL 2011, Philadelphia, Friday, April 1, 2011.; Dedicated to the memory of Dorothy Schwartz