The many flavors of "yes": Libraries, collaboration, and improv.

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Title: The many flavors of "yes": Libraries, collaboration, and improv.
Authors: Dohe, Kate1 katedohe@umd.edu, Pappas, Erin2 erin.pappas@virginia.edu
Source: College & Research Libraries News. Sep2017, Vol. 78 Issue 8, p422-425. 4p.
Subject Terms: *Librarians, *Scholars, *Classroom environment, *Educational innovations, Reference interviews (Library science)
Abstract: The article discusses issues associated with shifting academic landscape where priorities are constantly being revised and role of librarians in the area. It is noted that the first step in creating an environment of affirmation is getting people comfortable with saying "yes" unconditionally, so that it can be more reflexive than "no." It is stated that new public-facing librarian must learn is the importance of the reference interview.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article discusses issues associated with shifting academic landscape where priorities are constantly being revised and role of librarians in the area. It is noted that the first step in creating an environment of affirmation is getting people comfortable with saying "yes" unconditionally, so that it can be more reflexive than "no." It is stated that new public-facing librarian must learn is the importance of the reference interview.
ISSN:00990086
DOI:10.5860/crln.78.8.422