PART 1
Table of Contents v. Our Vision, Mission and Goals vi. About LLC & Message from the
Director Preserving UMak Heritage Streamlining the Print and Digital Collection 16. COLLABORATING IN RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP
Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange Optimizing Learning Spaces and Facilities Organizational Directions LLC By the Numbers
Our MISSION The University of Makati LLC aims to
continue
maintaing
providing the
and
information
currency
concerning
instruction,
research,
and
community
service
of
library
the
University
on
knowledge development.
Our VISION The
UMak
LLC world
envisions
provide
a
class
learning
environment
for
to
library quality
library management and delivery of Library programs and services, research,
and
extensions
library
services
community with
the
different sectors of the University for efficiency and effectiveness.
Our GOALS Become
effective
information quality
by
consumer
providing
library
of
access
resources
in
to all
formats Equip
with
search
of
the
technical
information
skills
in
sources
appropriate
the with
advance
technologies Develop
students’
critical
thinking
and information literacy skills in the support
of
their
outcome
and
personal attainment Re-purpose and refurbish the library space as a Learning Commons Provide user
proactive
reference
services,
by
services
that
and
participatory
and
information
providing
information
are
customized
highly
and targeted to their greater needs. To
support
the
professional
development of its staff.
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About LLC
LLC offers seamless access to information, knowledge, and library services that support the UMak community's educational, informational, and research needs. It comprises the main library located on the 2nd floor of the Administration Building and the School of Law Library on the 5th floor of the Health and Physical Science Building and managed by the Director of Libraries, guided by the Office of the Vice President for Planning and Research in charting its overall direction and alignment with the University’s strategic plans and goals. Student leaders across the campus also represent their communities' interests through the University Student Council.
Message from the Director of Libraries The Library and Learning Center (LLC) is pleased to share its Annual Report, which highlights a year filled with innovative activities, significant progress, and noteworthy achievements, providing a comprehensive overview of the LLC's performance, showcasing key outcomes and trends observed throughout the year.
Offering an in-depth analysis of the LLC's diverse range of activities demonstrating the breadth and depth of its initiatives, it presents meticulously documented results and the impact achieved, aligning with core objectives such as heritage preservation, the forthcoming implementation of the integrated library system
research collaboration, facilitating teaching and learning, current awareness service, consortium-based collaboration, and knowledge exchange, optimizing learning spaces and facilities, organizational
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Strategy directions, professional development, and a comprehensive overview of the LLC's performance using numerical data.
The
report
and
promoting
and
is
a
testament a
rich
to
the
heritage
methodologies,
LLC's
while
highlighting
commitment
embracing
significant
to
new
preserving
technologies
advancements
in
resource accessibility and the creation of a supportive environment that
empowers
continuous and
students
improvement
collaborations,
and is
faculty.
evident
resulting
in
The
through
tangible
LLC's its
dedication
various
outcomes
to
initiatives
and
positive
impacts.
Furthermore,
the
Annual
Report
recognizes
the
dedication
and
contributions of the librarians who play a vital role in supporting the academic and research pursuits of the university community. Their expertise,
enthusiasm,
and
unwavering
commitment
have
been
instrumental in realizing the LLC's vision and mission.
The LLC expresses sincere appreciation to the University of Makati Management
Committee
and
the
UMak
Community
for
their
ongoing support and collaboration. Together, they have fostered an environment
that
promotes
academic
excellence,
encourages
research opportunities, and facilitates lifelong learning.
The
LLC
extends
gratitude
for
the
unwavering
commitment
and
contributions made to its success.
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Preserving
UMak
Heritage:
a Preview Into the Past Acquired ranging UMak;
several
in
size
other
collection
of
digital
additions
additions
to
photographs
included
the
Special
Collections
covering
annual
the
&
historical
publications
of
Archives, events
the
of
University
starting from its City founder.
The UMak Library Learning Commons aims to institutionalize the acquisition and
preservation
and
heritage.
University
of
appropriate them
Makati
and
available
application historical
of
of
the
These
university’s
can
since
include its
permanent for
use.
of
the
conception.
care
for
Continuous
procedures
account
institutional records
and
The
records
in
core of
any
cultural
history,
related
to
mission
historical
acquisition
processes
University
memory,
organically
of
in
the
form
and
is
to
value
materials
provide to
are
make
and
preservation format
the
of
vital
the the
plans
and strategies. Our main objective is to serve as an "official memory" of the institution and repository of records of permanent value. Every institution. (cont’d)
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like UMak needs an official memory because accountability requires complete documentation.
Archives, on the other hand, form part of the cultural heritage. They build the continuum from the past to the present and can assure a better future. It constitutes the repository of the memory of an individual or institution for better planning, decision-making, continuity, and access to experience. It also provides evidence of duties and responsibilities vital to present-day and future functions.
Why Preserve UMak Heritage?
The concept of "heritage" covers the elements of the world that we feel a worth preserving for future generations. The UMAk has come a long w since its establishment 50 years ago as a polytechnic community colleg Through the years, its significant changes rose from the typical locally ru college into an admirable university in the country.
The LLC Director saw the duty of the library to collect and record local
publications with historical significance, and achieving this promotion w the only major initiative before her tenure. Our local heritage is
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are way ge. un
was
like a treasure trove that holds the stories of those who came before us. It gives us a sense of belonging and a deeper understanding of our roots. By preserving our local heritage, we ensure that previous generations' memories, values, and accomplishments are not forgotten. It allows us to pass down our shared history to future generations, giving them a solid foundation to build upon.
Celebrating the School Heritage From the University of Makati Executive Summary texts, UMak was
conceived and established in 1972 as the Makati Polytechnic Community College, the University of Makati (UMak) continuous to fulfill its central role in responding to the needs of providing quality public tertiary education and skills training to the morally upright, selfreliant, and community-oriented but less-privileged citizens of Makati."
As the UMak embarks on its 50th anniversary, the institution launched its coffee table book Skyward: The Rise of the Heron, a collection of testimonies of fruitful achievements and more than four decades of milestones. In other approaches, it's definitive documentation of local stories and oral histories of significant personalities and older residents whose anecdotal appearances are treasured in netting the spirit of UMak heritage and ensuring it is preserved for future Makatizens.
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In addition to the celebration above, here are some ways to preserve and celebrate our UMak heritage Volunteerism to the school organization that is working to protect heritage Supporting businesses with the mission of maintaining heritage Initiating current awareness campaigns in any form like blogs, vlogs, or feature writing Mobilizing arts displays and exhibitions Knowledge management and curations and many other estatedriven causes to the preservation of our shared history.
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Protecting
Our Institutional
Heritage
Safeguarding
our
University's
heritage
is
a
collective
responsibility
and
considerably a commitment of all stakeholders. A yardstick for these is to advocate
for
historic
mementos
for
archival
implement
curriculum-based
and
benefits
stakeholders institutional exhibit
or
of in
documents
memory
part
and instill
of
the
and
local
and
or
and
to
literacy,
narrative.
benefit
mindful
foster
a
existing
posterity. the
and
of
the
engage
the
campus's
discovery
respect
Next,
significance
university-wide
historical
Thus,
the
heritage,
are
provide
of
including
campus that
Moreover,
interest
campus
conservation
records
activities
legacy.
to
and
information
preserving
programs
tribute
significance
preservation
and
yearly on
the
value
of
institutional heritage explicitly impact the identity and vision of UMak.
Keeping
our
University's
collective
effort
because
sense
origin
and
of
institutional it
connects
identity.
memory
with
Specifically,
our
and
past
heritage
and
showcasing
calls
provides
and
us
featuring
for
a
with
a
those
meaningful events and milestone achievements of the UMak would be our shared success and realization of our posterity.
It is essential to remind us that heritage is transforming, invariably evolving; hence as we discover our past, we unravel and accelerate our bequest of historical
patrimony.
complicity
while
At
last,
our
strengthening
gift
can
trigger
collaborations,
the
mind
partnerships,
and
and
provoke
inclusivity
among the stakeholders that pave the way for the new vistas of research that bolster the fabric of the academic lifestyle of the institution in building a better future for the Makatizens and the country as a whole.
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Streamlining the Print and Digital Collection
A. Growing Knowledge of Print and Non-Print Collection
I. Book Fair LLC
held
librarians,
its
distributors books
annual
faculty to
based
book
promote
on
fair
members,
the
an
event
and
inclusive
curriculum.
as
a
collective
distinguished and
Thus,
book
effort
participatory
bringing
between
publishers
and
selection
together
the
of
UMak
community in developing a relevant and up-to-date collection catering to
the
students,
supporting
the
faculty,
library’s
and
mission
researchers’ in
providing
information and
needs,
maintaining
the
information currency concerning instruction and research.
II. 667 titles or 1,487 vols. of local and international print collections of electronic or digital copies
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III. Electronic Subscriptions With the aim to provide the UMak community with an electronic collection of information that is organized to allow users to retrieve information through various search strategies, the LLC has subscribed to new databases that support the research and academic needs of the students, faculty, and researchers. Each database is made up of abstracts and document articles from specific publications, such as academic journals, ebooks, audio and video works, theses and dissertations, working papers and reports, case studies, and other sources that are scholarly and peer-reviewed. These databases empower researchers to take on today’s global challenges such as inequality, food security, unemployment, world population, human rights, climate change, and to say the least infectious diseases with authoritative information and collaborative user center tools and techniques. Moreover, it helps the researchers imprint their discovery and accomplishments in the international arena of scholars which augments and propels the academic ecosystem. Oxford University Press. Oxford Academic is Oxford University Press’s (OUP) academic research platform, providing access to over 40,000 books and 500 journals. They serve the diverse and changing research needs of students, researchers, professors, and practitioners and seek ongoing feedback from these communities.
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ProQuest Ebook Central. ProQuest Central is the largest single periodical resource available, bringing together complete databases across all major subject areas, including Business, Health and Medical, Language and Literature, Social Sciences, Education, Science, and Technology, as well as core titles in the Performing and Visual Arts, History, Religion, Philosophy, and includes thousands of full-text newspapers f rom around the world.
Gale by Cengage Learning. Gale, part of Cengage Group, partners with librarians and educators around the world to connect learners to essential content through user-friendly technology that enhances experiences and improves learning outcomes. Gale has collaborated with academic institutions, schools, and public libraries around the world to empower the discovery of knowledge and insights that push the boundaries of traditional research and advanced learners in all areas of life. They have a long history of providing students, educators, and libraries with authoritative content and honor our role as a trusted publisher and aggregator of information.
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b. TECHNOLOGY - FOSTERING OPEN ACCESS TO SEARCH
Defended the much-anticipated implementation of ExLibris Alma, a nextgeneration integrated library system, incorporating the latest technologies in the field for user search and discovery and electronic resource management: The Alma OneSearch is a tool to search materials owned by the library, like books, ebooks, journals, and DVDs, and functions as a discovery gateway to an ever-expanding body of scholarly literature made available by publishers, open access repositories, and leading academic library databases like Web of Science. The technology tears down barriers between different systems and data sources to provide users with a unified, integrated research experience.
21s Century Libraries: Library Automation
During the last pages of the 20th century, library operations and functions were transformed and revolutionized; it was the later development period for library automation. Automation has been integrated in all facets of the library, specifically in accessing and retrieving information, which is the primary commodity in today's world of technology and advancement. Services are thereby upgraded, making them accessible 24/7 to their patrons. Library automation streamlines processes such as tracking book loans, borrowing and returning procedures, selection and acquisitions, and bibliographic description of library resources, shaping the library functions more efficiently and effectively, thus generating an advanced and cutting-edge type of services of the modern class of libraries.
Ease of Use and Access
Information is futile if not utilized or accessed to meet the result. However, technology zooms into the process where users can search the resource in an automated library catalog. Other functions that orthodoxy yet could be accelerated include the loan or borrowing process, returning, and renewals which can be done even at their fingertips in the comfort of their homes. These advancements maximize the utilization of resources while saving time for the end users. What a vision of innovation it revealed to us when it adapted to the fullness of its value and convenience.
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Systematized Operations and Management
A simple library management system consolidates all the tasks in the library, from fundamental to complex, such as subject descriptions for cataloging, indexing, and circulation functions. It eradicates human impacts, which is often the cause of inactive, rather tedious transactions. Not withstanding, automation ensures accurate and upto-date records, reduces repetitive clerical work, and ensures greater accuracy, efficiency, and consistency. Further, operational costs are reduced and offer flexibility while speeding up the processing of numerous transactions.
Seamless User Experience
Seamless access empowers users to manage personal transactions without physically visiting the library, navigate freely through different entry links, and retrieve relevant resources for research and studies. Besides, traditional processes, e.g., circulation procedures, are transformed into real-time updates and settings. Further, library cards and catalogs are replaced by user account automation; thus, library operations become efficient and productive.
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Digital Transformation Deploying the process of changing how the library leverages technology, staff, and procedures to improve library operations and services and embrace new library designs and innovations. By
integrating
conventional
automation
approaches
in
systems,
libraries
addressing
users'
can
replace
needs
and
requirements in this information age.
Library automation has been long overdue, especially in the present-day era, where technologies are emerging in most areas of human life. To remain relevant to the informational, recreational, educational, and cultural demands of modern library users, libraries must adopt automation.
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COLLABORATING IN RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP
a. SELECTIVE DISSEMINATION OF INFORMATION A
customized
service
offered
by
LLC
to
researchers.
Librarians
review
available documents and select the most relevant information to the needs of the UMak community.
b. LITERACY & RESEARCH SKILLS Librarians
equip
students
with
knowledge
of
where
to
access
relevant
tools and resources for research.
Library and Database Instruction Program In
keeping
with
its
goal,
the
LLC
aspires
to
continue
providing
and
maintaining the information currency concerning instruction, research, and
library
community
development. academic
The
year
first
was
service three
when
the
of
months UMak
the of
University the
1st
on
knowledge
semester
stakeholders
of
(students,
every
faculty,
and staff) underwent the library orientation and database (Cont’d)
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instructions for them to be informed and familiarized with the LLC services and its collections. It is an opportunity wherein the library could demonstrate various information search strategies and introduce the tools to download, manage, and use basic and advanced search techniques and cite digital content. Moreover, they sustain and otherwise supplement their academic and research needs -
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by discovering and navigating access to various online resources available in the library databases. Further, the alternative to refresh their minds to adapt to the new learning modalities is likewise requisite for the evolving competencies vital for the learning objectives and target outcomes. As the Library Learning Commons continues to introduce and lead the faculty and staff to acquaint themselves with the library collections, it also touches on academic integrity that centers on the art of database searching. Specifically, online and research databases such as the LLC Digital Library, ProQuest, and Oxford Academic are the primary sources of authoritative and scholarly information for research and academic writing. The library database and instruction program were entitled; (Cont’d)
"Access to Information: A Key to Knowledge Acquisition," both offered to students and faculty. The objectives of the program are to: fully utilize the Digital Library platform and the latest trends under the new Hyflex modality mode of learning; fully utilize the ProQuest Central platform as the library repository hub of the UMak procured peer-reviewed journals, ebooks, magazines, and others; fully utilize Oxford Academic, enjoy its unique features, and explore knowledge access without friction in different disciplines that will cater to the student's academic needs; and empower the stakeholders, as researchers, to be effective consumers of information and ultimately achieve higher scientific research.
In the later days of August 2022, the LLC deployed an online database instruction to be at par with the fast-paced changing needs of technologydriven information-seeking generations. UMak librarians were indebted to instructing in first-year orientations. The webinar sessions covered a fullday schedule, which lasted from several weeks to a month. (Cont’d)
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They were attended by hundreds of students from different colleges, including the senior high, via an online platform, listening and actively interacting with assigned speakers per database session. Each librarian shared one and a half hours as a running time allotment for each database presentation. Librarians must concentrate on the key features and infuse real-life searching and inquisitorial samples, which are significant points for students, particularly in gathering related works of literature for their papers and academic writing requirements.
The said program enfolded 2,519 students from 14 colleges and SHS. The webinar series for students was instructed by seven (7) librarians and ran from August to September 2022, while four (4) librarians presented for the faculty.
The organizers sent out an online feedback mechanism in Google form immediately after the orientation and database instruction to assess the participants' retention and comprehension and improve the speakers' performance. The librarian speakers administered Sixteen (16) item questions to participants, 6 of which were speaker-centered, while the rest reflected the instruction program's overall performance,
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including qualitative observation. Participants catered by the database instructions were mainly from the different Colleges, Institutes, and Higher School of UMak, namely the College of Arts and Letters (CAL), College of Business and Financial Science (CBFS), College of Continuing, Advanced, and Professional Studies (CCAPS), College of Computing and Information Sciences (CCIS), College of Construction Sciences and Engineering CCSE, College of Governance and Public Policy (CGPP), College of Human Kinetics (CHK), College of Education (COE), College of Science (COS), College of Tourism and Hospitality Management (CITHM), College of Technology Management (CTM), Higher School ng UMak (HSU), Institute of Imaging Health Sciences (IIHS), Institute of Nursing (ION), Institute of Pharmacy (IOP) and School of Law (SOL) respectively.
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Data results describe that The Higher School of UMak (HSU) 597 (23.7%) had the most significant number of student participants, followed by the College of Business and Financial Science (CBFS) 89 (23.4%) and the College of Computing and Information Sciences (CCIS) 246 (9.8%), while the fewest attendees came from the Institute of Pharmacy 15 (.59%); nevertheless, the College of Continuing and Advanced Studies (CCAPS) has no attendees at all. Similarly, the HSU 20 (24%) spearheads again in faculty attendance, tailed by CCAPS 10 (12%), which is joined by College of Science 10 (12%). On the contrary, the CBFS, CCIS, and School of Law (SOL) belong to the colleges with the most limited representation of 1 (1%) during program activity. However, no faculty attendees came from the College of Constructions Sciences and Engineering (CCSE), College of Tourism and Hospitality Management (CITHM), and Institute of Pharmacy (IOP).
From the student survey feedback results of the LLC database instruction program, the 8-point question measured using the Likert scale signified the overall program presentation. A total of two-thousand five hundred nineteen participants (2,519) were asked if the topics of the tutorial were clearly defined; 1,663 (66%) answered 5 - excellent, 644 (26%) replied 4 very satisfactory, 183 (7%) rated 3 – satisfactory, 26 (1%) were not satisfied, and 3 (.1%) said it was poorly defined. Question 2 revealed that 1,671 (66%) of the participants said that the topics covered in the tutorial were relevant to them, which has an excellent rating, 638 (25%) said that they were very satisfied, and 6 (.2%). responded poorly. When asked about the organization of the content, 1,671 (66%) also replied with an excellent mark, 616 (24%) were very satisfied, while 6 (.2%) respondents valued it poorly. Correspondingly, the same rating trend on Question 4 to Question 8; equally, the majority of the participants responded that they gained new knowledge applicable to their respective studies, the tutorial was worth their time, and they plan to apply what they have learned in the program. Nevertheless, a minority argued that the speakers' and audience interaction should be encouraged. (Cont’d)
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Over the decade, librarians have redefined academic libraries as spaces of learning and places that contain information resources (Oliveira, 2017). Libraries have transformed into learning centers where librarians actively create more profound and double-loop learning experiences for all students
to
Heutagogy
support
heutagogy
combines
pedagogical
practices elements
(Blaschke such
as
&
Hase,
2016).
reflection,
self-
determined learning, divergent thinking, and learner-centered principles (Blaschke & Hase, 2016; Ryan & Ryan, 2015). Librarians must be upkeep with skills and competencies to be at par with the challenges of the rapid technological change, especially in technology-driven resources, which are now ubiquitous in the generation of new learners. Librarians should emphasize ethical considerations in conducting instructional design for students' learning activities, as underlined in the media and information literacies. On the other hand, based on the. (Cont’d)
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Results of the feedback questions administered during the LLC Digital and database instructions, the succeeding outcomes have been abridged:
There are 2,519 students and 83 faculty participated in the LLC online database instructions webinar; Majority of the students' participants responded 5- excellent remarks on eight-item feedback questions administered to them after the sessions that reflect the overall outcome of the program; Majority of the faculty participants responded positively with 5 excellent scores relevant to the topics presented, relevance, content organization, allotted time, participation and interaction, value, learnings, and integration of the program A minority of student participants (7ave/question) rated 1 (poor) as regards the overall outcome of the program, however only 6 faculty members rated 3 (satisfied) which serves as a fraction of an excellent rating in all feedback questions. All the librarian-speakers of the database instructions for faculty got a majority rating of 5 (Excellent) in all the 6-item feedback questions All the librarian-speakers of the database instructions for faculty were knowledgeable and could exhibit mastery of the subject matter. There are many ways to introduce the library's educational, cultural, and recreational services and resources to the students and faculty who serve as primary patrons of the library. One such method is library orientation and database instructions, which are critical to acquaint the librarians with utilizing the available resources. At the beginning of the semester, during instructions, librarians may feel pressured to include every piece of relevant information in the short time allotment; the speaker should consider sharing a brief but memorable and warm introduction. (Cont’d)
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Students may not need to know that the library has sophisticated research tools; however, without academic requirements in the classroom, students may not reasonably care and remember all those instructions details. Thus, students should perceive that UMak LLC has accommodating librarians who can help them. They must also realize that the library is a place to study, do homework, and work collaboratively with classmates.
From August to September 2022, the LLC conducted a yearly LLC Digital and Databases instruction to educate the UMak students and faculty on access and use of scholarly databases. Two thousand five hundred nineteen (2,519) students and 83 faculty assessed the effectiveness and success of the said database instruction through a survey questionnaire enumerating the different aspects of the program. This evaluation report stressed the importance of guiding the patrons on effectively and efficiently utilizing the electronic resources at their disposal and that there are more things than meets the eye.
It was therefore concluded, based on the data gathered through the survey, that a very high percentage of the students and faculty found the program to be very educational and instructional. They rate the speakers-librarian as an information specialist and excellent in their presentation of the subject matter. The real-time webinar hands-on tutorial-(Cont’d)
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Was a great plus to the program's success since many students are unfamili locate information at the tip of their fingers in the comfort of their homes.
The students and faculty warmly responded with comments and suggesti upgrades and improvements they want the library staff to consider in the fu library's electronic resources, which generally aims to fully empower the stud part of their privileges and could further enhance their academic performance.
In brief, library database instruction is a vital part of the programs and service literacy of its academic community. Its conduct is now dramatically changing fr integrating technology and interjecting activities to stimulate the interest of its information age as they cater to the new generations of technology-savvy us as its
fundamental guiding principle to constantly improve-(Cont’d)
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iar with the library databases. However, they can conveniently access and
ions about the librarians-instructors, the presentation itself, and possible uture. The database instruction presents all the facets and features of the dents to be independent in maximizing the use of these resources, which is
es in any library towards developing the research capacity and information rom the traditional library tour and lecture to a more interactive approach of patrons. Libraries are reaching out to be more engaging and relevant in this sers. Furthermore, the Library Learning Commons firmly believes in "kaizen"
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Its instruction and services and ensure its patrons' total capacity in a responsible and intelligent approach to accessing, retrieving, evaluating, and using the information.
The librarians should consider the following points for improvement in redesigning the new database and instruction programs: Librarians should prepare and assist the student to become competent in research writing. Ethical and legal use of information is a significant topic to consider when redesigning new instructional programs Instructional programs may be developed and deployed in a series of logical progressions to reinforce students' information literacy, which can be acquired through a modular approach to instruction. Librarians should be required to deliver instruction relevant to information literacy to ensure students are provided with skills and strategies as they seek, access, process, create, and evaluate information.
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Information literacy programs should be designed in a series of modular approaches, which may be considered in the following fractions: library orientation, online database orientation, research writing, and referencing. Librarians may inject humor in library instructions, which elicits enjoyment and helps to connect with the students. It can reduce students' anxiety about using the library, especially when they need help from library staff, and encourage students to visit the library, improve, recall, and retain course content, and enable positive associations with library resources or the librarian. For heutagogy, self-reflection, and double-loop learning to occur, librarians must develop many learning modules and spend considerable time teaching students about various library resources.
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c. EMBEDDED LIBRARIAN IN TEACHING
INFORMATION LITERACY Librarians ensure that students understand how to conduct research, identify and locate reliable resources, and provide graduate, undergraduate students, and faculty members personalized face-to-face database instructions.
Access to Information: a key to knowledge acquisition ProQuest Central, as a remote Library database, is one of the alternative ways to deliver library services effectively. Providing library orientation for access to materials available in the ProQuest Central Database to our remote users amid a pandemic is considered one of the most challenging that the LLC Team has to hurdle. However, the most significant challenge is maintaining the students' high utilization rate, where the renewal of the LLC's continuing project depends upon the number of students' usage rate. The LLC will have its first Library Event from August 22 to September 22 with the theme: Access to Information: A Key to Knowledge Acquisition. The library activity's objectives are to increase the student's utilization rate, monitor students' activity on the ProQuest Central Platform, and become proficient in using
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the platform and accustomed to ProQuest Central Interface as a tool for their academic resource needs.
d. LAUNCHING AN INSTITUTIONAL REPOSITORY,
EMBARKING ON DIGITAL SCHOLARS
LLC offers a streamlined approach to the preservation and discovery of research output, ProQuest PQDT was introduced. This enables researchers to deposit their scholarly works with just a few buttons click.
e. COLLABORATION WITH DOST-STII The LLC, in collaboration with the invited the DOST-STII Department of Science and personnel, Mr. Nicholas Technology-Science and Zapanta, to a face-to-face Technology Information Institute, training session for library successfully installed the multi- personnel that was conducted awarded digital library in the at the School of Law Library. Mr. Philippines, which is the Science Zapanta has successfully and Technology Academic and discussed the features and Research-Based Openly-Operated content of the platform that will KioskS (STARBOOKS).
be introduced to the UMak community for AY 2024-2025.
Mr. John Bonin Butacan, facilitated the coordination and installation of the platform and
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f. ADOPTION OF OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES To provide better knowledge and facilitate the adoption of OER, a library guide was created to equip faculty with the essentials for creating, incorporating, and adapting OER into their teaching modules.
The University of Makati LLC encourages the UMak community to utilize the Open Educational Resources (OERs) from the LLC Digital Library. Furthermore, the LLC inspires the UMak community to create and publish OER on the LLC Digital Library Platform. Thus enhancing the quality of the students' and faculty' experiences, increasing the provision of learning opportunities for all, and improving teaching practices. It also recognizes that OER's creation and utilization are consistent with the University's vision and value. It enables its citizens to be digitally agile or Digital Makati, thus preparing the Makatizen learners' future.
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FACILITATING TEACHIN
Librarians as information specialist expertise with the UMak communi online session on digital libraries strategies and techniques to stren literacy.
FACILITATING TEACHING AND LEARNING The library plays a key role in facilitating the UMak community’s academic needs. To help faculty and students find what they need, an online digital library gateway was built, offering information about the various services and resources that support their academic pursuits. a. Deploying Information/Digital Literacy Librarians as information specialists play a vital role in sharing their expertise with the UMak community. LLC conducted a university-wide online session on digital libraries and databases introducing search strategies and techniques to strengthen their digital and information literacy. Acting on Our Part in the Teaching and Learning Process The LLC has always been instrumental in contributing to students' academic success at the University. One such area where our librarians have had a significant impact is the instruction of undergraduate firstyear students and transferees across all ten (10) colleges and three (3) institutes, including the High School, by embedding content into English and other related subjects' courses. The sudden shift in the education landscape brought about the birth and boom of a rich array of learning and teaching alternatives. However, we have yet to drill down and further explore these innovative modalities and how to best facilitate migration from traditional to flexible learning in a pedagogically principled way. Thus, LLC launched a sequel of the library orientation and database instructions for the faculty and admin staff of the University. The primary content in these online webinars focuses on developing informationgathering and analysis skills to support academic and lifelong learning. The webinar features LLC online databases,
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research. tools and strategies, and other resources when classes are online. Librarians worked quickly and diligently to integrate the online databases remotely to meet the desired learning outcomes and provide interactive activities to keep the attendees engaged. The online session concluded with 96 participants who actively interacted with the speakers and provided positive and constructive feedback to improve the program's content and delivery.
b. Current Awareness Service i. Ready, Set, Search Program
Digital literacy, helps students become lifelong learners and digitally literate by developing a range of skills while using technology to search, create content, solve problems, and innovate. 35.
Resource-Hunting Challenge is a mind-exploring game activity aimed at discovering and maximizing the use of the ProQuest Platform.
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes and highlighted
the
critical
information
in
our
pursuits.
response
In
role
of
everyday to
the
swift
and
trustworthy
sources
lives,
extending
beyond
rapid
integration
of
of
academic
technology
in
education, the UMak Library Learning Commons (LLC) has adapted to the HyFlex learning mode. In doing so, it endeavors to offer reliable databases Oxford
concerning
University
ProQuest
Press,
eSCRA,
Central,
Digital
Library
Cengage
Library
Consortium,
-ODILO, and
ICE for Engineering (AIP Projects) that seamlessly cater to the needs of the University's library users. At the onset of the pandemic, the UMak-LLC
launched
the
"Ready,
Set,
Search
Program,"
a
series
of
digital literacy activities via Zoom aimed at familiarizing the acquired database, thus leading to effective utilization, with a total of 4,913 participants pandemic,
joined the
the
LLC
activity.
began
Furthermore,
the
At
one-month
the
activity
onset on
of
the
resource
exploration utilizing the acquired database to assess the success of online
training
and
enhance
library
patrons'
research
skills
and
strategies. In a particular activity, the participants were required to search for an article relevant to their daily class discussions, upload a chosen
related
literature,
and
be
able
to
explain
the
selection
process, thus led to a substantial increase in utilization in 2022, with 347,378 or 18 times the frequency of visits per student in a combined search of the procured databases.
Another
activity
was
explored,
the
Ready,
Set
Search:
An
LLC
Learning Challenge (Odilo), a resource-hunting campaign to foster a love for reading and learning via a digital library platform (ODILO) with
the
theme:
Access
to
Information:
a
key
to
knowledge
acquisition. The objectives of the one-month mind-expanding activity are the following: 1) To enjoy a unique platform interface and other features.; 2) To increase the frequency and duration of independent reading among participants; cont.nxt.pg.
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3. Develop participants' understanding of the benefits of reading and lifelong learning
The "Ready, Set, Search" program aims to develop digitally agile individuals capable of effectively navigating the digital realm. Aligned with the University's vision, it seeks to mold Makati youth into productive citizens and IT-enabled professionals exposed to cuttingedge technology in their fields. Technology is an integral part of our lives, enabling access to information. Libraries play a crucial role in providing
fast
and
reliable
information,
and
by
equipping
stakeholders with the knowledge to utilize library resources, we empower
patrons
to
be
tech-savvy
and
adapt
to
the
evolving
internet and technology landscape.
The launching campaign "Ready, Set, Search" Program is considered exemplary for several reasons:
Empowering students and faculty: The campaign aimed to empower students and faculty by providing them access to quality
research
references.
Introducing
online
databases
expanded their access to a wide range of reliable and up-todate
scholarly
resources.
This
empowerment
fosters
independent research skills, critical thinking, and academic excellence.
Ultimately
allowing
the
UMak
community
to
produce quality research papers embodying the culture of excellence that UMak envisions Embracing technological advancements: The introduction of online
databases
reflects
the
university's
commitment
to
welcoming and integrating them into the learning and research environment. By leveraging the procured resources, UMak stays
at
the
forefront
of
digital
innovation
in
education,
preparing students and faculty for the demands of the modern digital era.
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Encourage active engagement and participation: Rewarding participants who actively engage in the program motivates and encourages them to actively participate in the learning process. It acknowledges and reinforces their efforts, creating a positive cycle of continued engagement and improved information utilization Access without friction through Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI): Implementing the campaign "Ready, Set, Search" has increased UMak Community and Makatizen's queries, particularly concerning our SDI service. The LLC Team assists the researchers in addressing their specific concerns. Thus, the researchers confidently navigated the extensive resources available for academic pursuit The program engaged the participants’ database knowledge with real-time application of the processes discussed in digital literacy. This led the participants to explore the acquired database independently thus, enhancing their knowledge and familiarity with the processes and functions of ProQuest, and Oxford University Press databases.
A love for reading through the Odilo platform. The achievements in fostering a love for reading through the digital library platform Odilo are considered exemplary due to the promotion of access to diverse reading materials to a broader audience. It overcomes barriers such as physical distance and limited availability of printed books, allowing individuals from diverse backgrounds to engage with electronic books and develop a love for reading Statistics show a drastic increase in utilization and usage of the ProQuest database after the program. The utilization data served as evidence of the importance of the ProQuest database as used by the program participants and demonstrated not only the success of the Ready, Set, Search program but also its usefulness in the University stakeholders’ academic endeavors.
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The said program would definitely purvey the following impacts on the UMak community: Education Quality Enhancement: By ensuring access to quality research references, the city government improved the overall quality of education in Makati. This accomplishment aligned with the government's prioritizing education to empower individuals and promote social and economic development. Digital Transformation in Education: Adopting online databases reflects a commitment to digital innovation in education. This accomplishment aligns with the city government's embracing technological advancements to enhance the learning and research environment. The executive agenda may prioritize initiatives that promote digital literacy, provide technology infrastructure, and facilitate the integration of digital tools into educational practices The accomplishment of online database adoption reflects a commitment to digital innovation in education, aligned with the city government's embracing technological advancements to enhance the learning and research environment. By actively motivating participants to engage in the program, the city government enhances the program's sustainability and long-term impact by securing funding, establishing partnerships, and monitoring the program's effectiveness.
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ii. How to Avoid Plagiarism
Understanding the concept of plagiarism is one way to avoid and prevent the act of committing such academic dishonesty. There are several ways to refrain students, faculty, and researchers from doing so: First, it is to familiarize oneself with the UMak academic integrity policies, which the research department discharges, and guidelines for citation formats, which the library ingeniously and precisely introduced. Next, while doing research tasks such as selecting and reading resources, taking notes, and saving sources are prudently observed. Then, rephrase and abridge the content instead of copying verbatim. In addition, use the proper citation formats accurately such as APA, MLA, Chicago, etc., to accredit the original author. Furthermore, plan work ahead, avoid procrastination, get a head start, and learn how to prioritize tasks to deal effectively with drastic deadlines. By having those concepts in mind, we can safeguard the original work, contents, words, and ideas are appropriately cited and prevent any issues and concerns related to plagiarism.
iii. Fake News and How to Spot a Fake News
According to the Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey results, most Filipinos, or 51%, find it difficult to spot fake news on television, radio, or social media. Fake news, which has two forms: misinformation and disinformation, causes great concern for all members of society. Its proliferation on social media undermines democracy because it is supposed to be a platform. (Cont’d)
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where the commonplace has a voice, and the widespread unrestricted and unlimited content fed to an unsuspecting populace is “disturbing.” To help the students discern facts from fake news, the Library Learning Commons created a video on how to spot fake news.
iv. Feb-ibig Month Activity Celebration
“A true relationship is someone who accepts your past, supports your present, loves you, and encourages your future.” Everyone wants to feel loved and be loved aside from the protection and care they receive and enjoy in a romantic or any type of relationship. They are longing for unswerving and constant communication and affection with the person they love. Mutual attention and affection between lovers are ideal in a relationship, and each time it rekindles toward one another is mutually nurtured and reciprocated. That’s why it is unimaginable and absurd to create relationships between women and men without any status and agreements. The absence of these agreements creates a lot of numerous questions.
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Relationship status is a distinct or implicit agreement between two people. They address each other’s needs by creating terms of affection or rejecting any of them and asserting an open relationship without commitment. This status show what exactly
they mean for another person. Some people consider their significant others as partners or friends, while some view them as husband or wife or in other terms as a couple.
The evaluation was primarily conducted in observance of February as often known for being a month dedicated to and all about love. However, this month is not only about valentines and sweethearts; instead, it can also be a month of self-love and self-care, fostering relationships with family and friends, and loving others.
The evaluation employed a quantitative style, primarily through the conduct of a
survey type of data gathering using log-in attendance from patrons entering the LLC premises starting from February 13 to 20 of 2023. Respondents were classified according to their enrolled colleges. The instrument was used to determine the relationship status of the participants in terms of their personal views reflected on their log-in attendance. Log-in attendance from library patrons was categorized into eleven (11) types of relationship status. These types of status were based on unique Filipino trend in modern popular culture
about the current relationship status such as: (1) Sa mga na ghost; (2) Sa mga di- maka move-on; As love can be expressed in many forms, however, there are seven types of love that are loosely based on classical readings, such as eros, which is akin to the modern construct of romantic love; philia, or friendship, is a shared goodwill; storge or familial love, pertaining to the love of between parents and their children; agape as universal love, such as the love for strangers, nature or God; (Cont’d)
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