Keywords

collaboration, assessment, wayfinding, long-term analysis, qualitative analysis, interdisciplinary collaboration, real-world evaluation, library practice

Abstract

Collaboration with other entities and individuals has long been a standard practice of libraries. Typically, these collaborations seek to reduce redundancies, save money, and support educational and research efforts. However, a new model of collaboration exists that both assists discipline-specific research practices and informs library procedures. This article reviews two collaborations between an assessment librarian and a sociology class. The collaborations are unique because the library is the focus of the collaboration, with sociology students being able to apply classroom learning in a real-world setting. Several suggestions are provided for best practices when endeavoring to use this type of collaboration to inform library practice and engage students in hands-on learning

Original Publication Citation

Holt Zaugg & Curtis Child (2016): Collaborating with Nonlibrary Faculty for Assessment and Improved Instruction, Journal of Library Administration, DOI: 10.1080/01930826.2015.1124704