University archives in special collections and university. University archives collections university archives. Consult a reference archivist for assistance in filling out your request slip. Main interviewer was very friendly and forthcoming. See examples under books, book chapters and brochures. Learn and perfect the skills needed to conduct satisfying reference interviews in the modern technological environment with this easytouse guide. Following the steps of the reference interview can help library customers articulate what information they really need.
So you have a good feeling youre going to nail your interview. The tenyear window was chosen to roughly measure the impact of. In the interview morgan discussed the positions he held on the white house staff under president dwight d. Archival reference from an archivists point of view. An interview with an archivist interested in knowing about the archives of ontario. After the interview, the potential employer will likely request references read more. Descriptive and interview pdf archives prepare for ibps. An archives may have library as part of its name, or an archives may be a department within a library.
The records of our national life guidelines of the successful reference interview from american library association guidelines to a successful reference interview the five main areas to the reference interview are. Recently, i was approached by an archival masters student from the university of texas at austin, chido muchemwa. Note that there is a great deal of overlap between archives and libraries. The steps of the reference interview state library of iowa. According to bank of uganda administration manual 2011. This is the newest post in our theres an archivist for that.
Basic readings on archival theory and practice, is provided on this website as an aid to persons unfamiliar with common archival terms. Reference interviews are conducted to ascertain the identity of the researcher, as a security measure. Discovering the needs of each individual who comes in to the library calls for people skills. Reference services, reference interviews, archives, records. Reference interview 101 kaukauna public library staff training day june 27, 2011 2. The date month, day, year a work was published online. Ohio reference excellence ore online has been completely revised and updated by the reference and information services division. Us national archives and records administration interview. I interviewed at us national archives and records administration in april 2016.
Carlin, detailing access to the commissions records. Institutionalizing the reference interview means that. Raises issues for research and recommends improved education in reference interviewing. Catherine ross and her colleagues at the university of western ontario emphasize that the reference interview should be required, not just mentioned, in library policies. Archives and records management resources national archives. Hamilton, to archivist of the united states, john w. A collection of data and miscellaneous media donated by individuals to the internet archive. Each person interviewing asked me a question, and there were about 5 in total.
The best way of citing this document as a digital object using one of. The library of congress is the worlds largest library, offering access to the creative record of the united statesand extensive materials from around the worldboth onsite and online. Reviews two strands of modern archival writing about reference. Gathering general information from the user and getting an overview of the problem. And of course, a librarian never talks down to a patron or talks at them without listening while doing a reference interview. Agency records management training requirements expiration date. Flooding can be caused by water coming into the building from outside or by water leaking from tanks or pipe work inside the building. Library philosophy and practice 2008 february 2 the answer to that question will differ greatly depending upon who the patron is. Interview summaries, a california secretary of state. This reference guide native language preservation, establishing archives and. National archives and the effective management of public. Phellas, alice bloch and clive seale 11 chapter contents interviews or selfcompletion questionnaires.
References and archives page content the following collection of links provides content about historic developments relating to the organization, imo meetings and the key conventions resulting from them. Teaching the art of the reference interview assistant librarian for reference marian gould gallagher law library university of. The reference interview in archival literature learning. Archives and documentation service knads in the management of records in 18. The collection also contains state, local and historical maps and photographs. Using interviews in a research project introduction the interview is an important data gathering technique involving verbal communication between the researcher and the subject. When you have records to transfer to the university archives, please contact the uni. Librarianpatron interaction in the virtual environment evelyn l. The archives of american art is the worlds preeminent and most widely used research center dedicated to collecting, preserving, and providing access to primary sources that document the history of the visual arts in america. Reference code, title and date of the item being requested. Portions of this record remain closed under the provisions of the letter of 08202004 from commission chair, thomas h. The allnew website is comprised of six selfpaced training modules that cover many aspects of the reference process. For more general assistance with citations, please contact the mcdaniel college writing center. Davis, m, charles, l, curry, mj, shanti, p, prasad, s, hewings, a et al.
The goal of the technology reference interview is to figure out how much the patron knows already so the librarian knows where to begin. Please use the library of congress ask a librarian form. The collections include both physical and digital materials. In september 2014, omb and nara jointly issued memorandum m1416, guidance on managing email, reiterating a previous requirement from the managing government records directive. An interview with an archivist archives of ontario. Home archives of american art, smithsonian institution.
The orientation interview in archival research the american. The telegram, shown on the left, from the george palmer putnam collection of amelia earhart papers, 17851948, is found online in purdue university archives and special collections earchives. Using interviews in a research project simmons university. The reference codes that you fill out are the basis of your citations. Interviews, questionnaires and observation constantinos n. Everyone who lives and works in your community needs information. Well, are you looking for books on any specific type of poultry. So naturally, in a technology interview the librarian will be talking with the patrons. For instance, if the patron is a biology graduate student studying cancer, his needs would be scholarly, scientific, current. They interview archivists regarding their reference services and. To share with future generations, this reference guide was developed in support of the native american languages act of 1992 to assure the survival and continuing vitality of native languages. For example, in the reference interview, the archivist helped the.
The interview at the end of a research visit is often referred to as an exit interview. Her assignment was to talk to an archivist to gain insight into his or her daily work and the general challenges facing the profession. Archival reference services at the turn of the century archivaria. Daniels 1984note on web versiontable stripedtrue responsivetrue the following glossary, developed by the then national archives and records service in 1984 for a modern archives reader.
The archives provides environmentally stable and secure storage and reference areas, uses archival supplies to house materials, and monitors reference use of materials in order that they may be preserved for use by future generations. This is a transcript of an oral history interview with gerald morgan. Read the interview below to learn more about the archives of ontario. The performing arts reading room in the library of congress. Brief summary of or your personal thoughts on a source. In the reference listall authors should be included exceptwhen there are 7 or more authors. Dress in business casual attire to help put you in an interview mindset. With my newly minted mls, i thought i better do a good reference interview. Have the company website open on your computer to reference. Check the archives website or contact them for a preferred citation.
Data was collected through the use of an interview schedule, a questionnaire, and direct observation which supplemented data. Interviews are commonly used in survey designs and in exploratory and descriptive studies. The olc provides reference education training to improve the quality of reference services at public libraries throughout ohio. Look directly at the camera, not the screen, to maintain eye contact with the interviewer. The art of the reference interview sonia gavin, 20 lrl pds. Chicago manual of style guide to archival research. Curry texas womans university abstract this paper examined the reference interview literature over the past 10 years to determine how thinking has changed regarding the process. Our resources serve as reference for dissertations, exhibitions, catalogs, articles, and books on american art and artists. The reference interview is structured to help the librarian provide answers to the library user. Providing reference and access services requires an understanding of the use and users of archives. The five main areas to the reference interview are. In these instances, give the first six authors and abbreviate the remaining authors to et al.
Luckily the process went a little smoother than christian slaters experience with his interview. It is both a paper document in the collection and a digital object in earchives. Librivox founded in 2005 is a community of volunteers from all over the world who record public domain texts. Corporate records and archives references services. Each has emphasized the advantages of new technology but neglected the importance of the reference interview. For help with other source types, like books, pdfs, or websites, check out our other guides. Special collections includes manuscript collections, rare books, and the university archives.
In general, the interview is composed of the following stages. There are a range of approaches to interviewing, from. This second interview of senator alquist covers the last ten years of his senate career and focuses on the period 19861996. Their answers identify barriers to providing reference services both in person and remotely. Depending on the style, you may or may not need this.
In the notes, first cite the specific archival record, followed by the date day, month, year, identifier boxfolderitem number, name of collection, name and location of repository. A guide to effective research society of american archivists. If you choose option 1, first check the website of the library or archival system, which may contain guidelines, or libguides, for referencing their artifacts. Reference codes can also be found on the back of any copies that you order from the archives of ontario. Native languages archives repository project reference guide. A man approached the reference desk and asked a simple question. Intervention, such as giving information, advice or instructions.
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