EBLIP is an open access, peer reviewed journal that is published quarterly, hosted by the University of Alberta Learning Services, and supported by an international team of editorial advisors. The purpose of the journal is to provide a forum for librarians and other information professionals to discover research that may contribute to decision making in professional practice. EBLIP publishes original research and commentary on the topic of evidence based library and information practice, as well as reviews of previously published research (evidence summaries) on a wide number of topics.
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Vol 7, No 1 (2012)
Table of Contents
Editorial
| Looking Forwards and Looking Back | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Alison Brettle | 1-3 |
| Editorial Responsibilities | PDF HTML |
| . . | 4 |
Features
| EBLIP and Public Libraries | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Pam Ryan | 5-6 |
| The Potential of Generic Social Outcomes in Promoting the Positive Impact of the Public Library: Evidence from the National Year of Reading in Yorkshire | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Carolynn Rankin | 7-21 |
| Analyzing Public Library Service Interactions to Improve Public Library Customer Service and Technology Systems | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Holly Kristin Arnason, Louise Reimer | 22-40 |
| The Use of Volunteers in Local Study Library Projects: A Case Study of the Walter Gardiner Photography Project | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Beth Hewitt, Juliet Eve | 41-52 |
| The Impact and Effect of Learning 2.0 Programs in Australian Public Libraries | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Michael Stephens, Warren Cheetham | 53-64 |
| Floating Collections at Edmonton Public Library | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Adrienne Canty, Louise C. Frolek, Richard P. Thornley, Colleen J. Andriats, Linda K. Bombak, Christalene R. Lay, Michael Dell | 65-69 |
Articles
| Navigating User Feedback Channels to Chart an Evidence Based Course for Library Redesign | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Thomas Derek Halling, Esther Carrigan | 70-81 |
| Library Instruction and Academic Success: A Mixed-Methods Assessment of a Library Instruction Program | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Melissa Bowles-Terry | 82-95 |
Evidence Summaries
| Public Library Summer Reading Programs Contribute to Reading Progress and Proficiency | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Gayle Bogel | 102-104 |
| Public Library Clients Prefer Formal Classes for Initial Training on Library’s Online Resources and Informal, On-Demand Assistance for Further Training | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Diana K. Wakimoto | 105-107 |
| Teenagers’ Public Library Needs are Difficult to Determine | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Jason Martin | 108-109 |
| Public Libraries in Norway Help Non-Western Immigrant Women to Integrate into Society | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Kathryn Mary Oxborrow | 114-115 |
| Americans’ Tolerance of Racist Materials in Public Libraries Remained Steady between 1976-2006 | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Leslie Bussert | 116-119 |
| Canadian Public Libraries Are Aware of Their Role as Information Literacy Training Providers, but Face Several Challenges | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Laura Newton Miller | 120-121 |
| Lack of Training and a Self-Service Environment Leaves Staff and Users Uncertain About Health Information in a Public Library Setting | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Kate Kelly | 122-124 |
Classics
| Gertrude Lamb’s Pioneering Concept of the Clinical Medical Librarian | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Karla Van Kessel | 125-128 |
EBL 101
| Research Methods: Focus Groups | Abstract PDF HTML |
| Virginia Wilson | 129-131 |
News/Announcements
| 7th International Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Conference to be Held in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada – July 15-18, 2013 | PDF HTML |
| . . | 132-133 |
| PhD Studentship in Information Science available in Scotland | PDF HTML |
| . . | 134-135 |
ISSN: 1715-720X