9th International EVIDENCE BASED LIBRARY & INFORMATION PRACTICE Conference

Sunday, June 18, 2017 at 8:00 AM - Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 5:00 PM (EDT)

Philadelphia, PA

9th International EVIDENCE BASED LIBRARY & INFORMATION...

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Ticket Type	Sales End	Price	Fee	Quantity
Pre-Conference Workshop: Evidence-Based Practices and Assessment in Special Collections and Archives more info Evidence-Based Practices and Assessment in Special Collections and Archives Presenters: Christian Dupont (Boston College Libraries) and Emile Hardman (Harvard Library) In this workshop, participants will learn about assessment techniques associated with special collections and archives with a particular emphasis on public services and instructional outreach. The workshop will suggest appropriate standardized measures and related metrics that can inform evidence-based decision making within special collections departments. Qualitative and quantitative evidence-gathering techniques specific to special collections and archives will be discussed. In addition, participants will learn practical advice about incorporating primary source literacy into special collections programs and services. This session will take a workshop approaching using in-class exercises and activities.	Ended	$100.00	$5.99
Pre-Conference Workshop: Engaging Assessment to Show Value and Make Decisions: Making the Case for your Library more info Engaging Assessment to Show Value and Make Decisions: Making the Case for your Library Presenter: Lisa Janicke Hinchliffe As libraries are increasingly asked to demonstrate their value and the contributions they make to their institutions, library staff need efficient and effective strategies for assessment. Best practice in assessment means embedding assessment into the library's practices on a continuous basis rather than treating it as a separate and additional task. The workshop will present an integrated and systematic approach to developing and assessing library activities that includes identifying impact outcomes and aligned activities, establishing criteria, collecting and analyzing data and evidence, and using the results for improvement and telling the story of the library's impact. Participants will have the opportunity to practice using the tools and techniques presented. Pre-Conference Workshop Outcomes Participants will be able to: Describe and use the assessment cycle Design an assessment project for library services Analyze evidence for planning and change Develop evidence-based messages about library services. Available: Certificate of 3 hours of CE (Medical Library Association)	Ended	$100.00	$5.99
Pre-Conference Workshop: Tips for Publishing Your Research on the Use of Evidence-Based Practice in the Library more info Tips for Publishing Your Research on the Use of Evidence-Based Practice in the Library Presenters: Stacy Stanislaw (Drexel University Libraries) In this workshop, presenters will discuss best practices for navigating and contributing to scholarly research, with a focus on publishing in academic journals. Information covered will include tips for writing a successful journal article, selecting the most relevant journal for submission, navigating and understanding Open Access publishing and more. In addition, an editor and journal authors will share advice and first-hand accounts of editing and writing for scholarly journals. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice through interactive breakout group exercises. (Length: 2 hours) Pre-conference Workshop Outcomes Participants will be able to: Find and identify academic journals that are relevant to their research papers Write a compelling article title and abstract Identify strengths and weaknesses of their journal articles to increase the likelihood of acceptance for publication in the journal of choice Guide faculty and graduate students through the publishing process Lead discussions on campus about the concept of Open Access.	Ended	$100.00	$5.99
Virtual Conference more info Access to view six seasons which will be recorded on 20 June. For more information see: http://www.Eblip.org.	Ended	$150.00	$8.49

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Event Details

We are thrilled to introduce the International EBLIP community to the city of Philadelphia, USA and invite all to gather at Drexel University for the occasion of the ninth biennial conference:

9th International Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Conference
June, 18 – 21 2017.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Philadelphia is a major U.S. city rich in history, easy to travel to and within, and with diverse interests, attractions and culture. It is the second largest medical and education center (60+ institutions of higher education) in the United States and home to Drexel University, the country’s 14th largest private institution. The University has a long tradition of practical training, civic engagement and academic technology leadership – and was ranked second by U.S. News & World Report as an up-and-coming U.S. university.

Full conference pricing [US dollars] includes:

opening night reception
second night conference banquet dinner
three keynotes
all program sessions and poster sessions
three lunches (June 21 lunch program features closing keynote)
snacks throughout the conference

Early Bird registration is open now though April 30, 2017

Standard registration will open May 1, 2017 through May 31, 2017

Student registration is open now through May 31, 2017

Daily registration includes the reception, dinner, lunch, keynote speaker, program sessions, and poster sessions (poster sessions on June 19 and 20, only) as scheduled that day.

One-day registration is open now through May 31, 2017

Pre-conference workshops are priced separately and may be registered for separately--information coming soon!

Service and credit card fees may apply to registration costs.

To learn more about the conference, the call for papers and posters, accommodations and travel, etc., please visit our full website at http://eblip9.org

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