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Teaching Music Librarianship Online
MLA 2015 ConferenceDr. Sonia Archer-CapuzzoLecturer, Cataloger, Librarian Greensboro, [email protected]
Music Librarianship Courses Taught as part of Library Sciences
programs for years 2008- University of Illinois at Urbana-
Champaign (UIUC) course offered online This “increased participation considerably.”
(John Wagstaff) Online courses so far: UIUC, University
of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), University of South Carolina, Kent State University, San Jose State University
Research Methodology
Personal experience Teaching evaluations Surveys of students Other professors’
syllabi Questionnaires filled
out by other professors
Challenge: Gauging student involvement and interest
“Online classes are isolating. More active involvement as a class [is] advantageous.” (UNCG student)
What works: more interaction Weekly online meetings (that can be
recorded for those who can’t attend) Frequent use of the discussion board
Benefit: Guest speakers
“I always liked the guest lecturers. Having someone talk about how they do their job is always helpful I think. It gives the student perspective on what
potential jobs will be like.” (UNCG student)
Challenge: Access to physical materials
“Not being able to share the physical library and research environment with students in a
meaningful way,” and “Not being assured students all have the same access to non-electronic resources to consult.” (Kirstin
Dougan, UIUC)
Give students a choice between two possible assignments, one heavy on online sources, and the other with more print resources
Challenge: Providing customizable instruction
Two favorite assignments: Annotated bibliography wiki▪ Why it works: collaboration, structure,
consistent but not heavy work-load, something to use after class
Final project▪ Why it works: independence (or
collaboration), creativity, a chance to explore a special interest in depth, mentoring possibilities
One student’s recommendation “Would it be possible to collaborate with other
music librarianship course at other institutions? Maybe provide an option to work on a project with a participant at another institution to gain additional insight into what others are learning and contributing to the field. After all, these are the same people who may become future colleagues.” (UNCG students)
Concluding thoughts
Music librarianship courses online provide an amazing opportunity for students and professors
Challenges can be met with creativity, flexibility, and determination
This can be a valuable way to reach out to and educate the next generation of music librarians.
Thank you!Teaching Music Librarianship OnlineDr. Sonia [email protected]
