VALA2022 Onsite Session 4 Splawa-Neyman

What the dickens is a data concierge? Researcher interviews and data management reviews: misinformation, appreciation and remediation

VALA2022 CONCURRENT 4

Tuesday 14 June 2022, 15:15 – 15:45

Patrick Splawa-Neyman
  • Open Scholarship and Data Services Liaison Librarian
  • Monash University

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Abstract

The Data Concierge Project investigated the data management practices of 232 researchers and graduate research students at Monash University in 2020, and uncovered a need to more deeply and personally engage with researchers. The Data Management Reviews Project followed in 2021 and applied the newly acquired knowledge to provide one-on-one assistance to researchers. Feedback from researchers confirmed the value of the reviews and the need for closer engagement. An evidence-based practice model is used to assess how well researchers are being supported, and the paper concludes with ten core researcher engagement principles.

Biography

As a project manager in data management Patrick Splawa-Neyman has a proven track record of deeply engaging with researchers, raising the profile of open scholarship and open data, and successfully working collaboratively across institutions. His unique blend of skills from pharmaceutical sales, and sales and marketing for an open data vendor has led to the practical application of research data management support. He is motivated to support researchers and support staff to make informed, data-driven decisions.

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VALA2020 Session 12 Splawa-Neyman

Data Management Appraisal Project: how do you track research in a school with over 1,000 researchers?

VALA2020 CONCURRENT SESSION 12
Thursday 13 February 2020, 12:00 – 12:30

Patrick Splawa-Neyman
  • Health Data Librarian
  • Monash University

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Abstract

Monash University Library and Monash University’s School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine jointly appointed a Health Data Librarian to the Data Management Appraisal Project (December 2018 to December 2019). The project objective was to ascertain current data management practices in the School. The result was the creation of a data management tool consisting of a research catalogue, data management plan and GDPR checklist. The tool will allow the School to report on where data is stored and who is responsible for it, while assisting researchers to comply with the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research

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VALA2018 Session 9 Harrison

 

 
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Do androids dream of automatic theses? Integrating thesis examination with an institutional repository

VALA2018 CONCURRENT SESSION  9
Wednesday 14 February 2018, 12:00 – 12:30

Andrew Harrison

Monash University

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Abstract

Moving from first generation to second generation institutional repository is an opportunity for Monash University Library to integrate the institutional repository into other University workflows to improve efficiency of collecting content. This paper documents a project to integrate a system to manage the examination of Doctoral and Masters Theses with the institutional repository. The outcome automatically and seamlessly integrates the passage of a thesis manuscript from submission for examination to archiving in a repository via collaboration with other administrative units and the use of API technology.

 

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A sustainable approach to in-house eLearning resource development: a case study

VALA2018 CONCURRENT SESSION 17
Thursday 15 February 2018, 14:45 – 15:15

Amy Han, Steven Yates, Amanda Eaton and Janice Pinder

Monash University

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Abstract

This paper describes the in-house re-development and evaluation of an existing online resource that supports students throughout their academic learning journey. The Monash University Library Research and Learning Online (RLO) project incorporated a number of eLearning development practices, as well as devising suitable procedures for completing eLearning projects, within its complex work environment. The evaluation described in this paper suggests that the project was largely successful, with contributing features such as templates, examples, workshops, collaboration and retreats that also enabled professional learning. Recommendations were made both on improving the project and for others seeking professional development inspirations in similar situations.

 

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VALA2002 Session 7 Huggard

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Monash Library Database Usage Survey

VALA2002 CONCURRENT SESSION 7: Performance and Useability
Thursday 7 February 2002, 14:35 – 15:05
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Simon Huggard, Judy Hopley, David Groenewegen, David Horne, Lisa Smith and George Leighfield

Monash University Library

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Abstract

Monash University Library (MUL) subscribes to approximately 200 electronic databases covering the full range of disciplines taught and researched at Monash University. A survey of users of these databases was conducted during March and April, 2001. The aim of the survey was to gain an understanding about the ways that users discover and select databases and the experiences they have when using these resources.

Feedback from users was predominantly focussed on the following issues: the need for quicker and simpler links to the many and varied databases; the difficulty of selecting relevant databases; improved search interfaces; better and more immediate online help; fewer technical problems and a reduction in password checks

 

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VALA2002 Session 9 Harrison

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The Digitisation Centre: Monash University Library’s digitisation service, integration of e-reserve and access to digitised images.

VALA2002 CONCURRENT SESSION 9: e-nabling Users
Thursday 7 February 2002, 14:35 – 15:05
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Andrew Harrison

Monash University Library

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This paper will describe the implementation of the Digitisation Centre within the Monash University Library. The Digitisation Centre purpose is to provide a centralised digitisation service creating digital copies of copyright protected works for educational purposes. The paper will discuss the operational and management issues involved in providing a centralized digitisation service in a university library environment.

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2016 Student Awards Announced

At the final event for 2016, VALA was pleased to announce the Student Award winners for 2016.

Kate MonypennyThe 2016 VALA Student Award for a student at RMIT University goes to Kate Monypenny.

Kate will graduate from the Master of Information Management in December 2016, achieving high distinctions in all subjects. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Melbourne, majoring in English Literary Studies and Theatre Studies. As her previous experience in libraries was largely humanities-based, Kate found the technology-related courses at RMIT a fascinating insight into the realities and possibilities of IT in libraries. She particularly enjoyed learning about coding and cataloguing, finding the acquisition of the new languages challenging and stimulating. Kate was also the 2016 recipient of the Enterprise Knowledge award for excellence in the course ‘The Professional Experience’ after undertaking an industry placement at the British Library.

Congratulations, Kate, and good luck!

 

Steven GrahamThe 2016 VALA Student Award for a student at Monash University goes to Steven Graham.

Steven was an outstanding student, having completed the Graduate Diploma in Information and Knowledge Management at Monash University’s Faculty of Information Technology, with High Distinctions in all units. He was the recipient of the Dean’s Achievement Award (Postgraduate), in recognition of outstanding academic achievement in 2015, and the Knowledge Management Excellence Award, for achieving the highest result in the Faculty in a knowledge management unit in 2015.

 Congratulations, Steven, and good luck!

 

Student Award 2016 Monash

The 2016 VALA Student Award for a student at Monash University goes to Steven Graham.

Steven Graham 200Steven was an outstanding student, having completed the Graduate Diploma in Information and Knowledge Management at Monash University’s Faculty of Information Technology, with High Distinctions in all units.  He was the recipient of the Dean’s Achievement Award (Postgraduate), in recognition of outstanding academic achievement in 2015, and the Knowledge Management Excellence Award, for achieving the highest result in the Faculty in a knowledge management unit in 2015.  

Steven’s other qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts (with first class honours in Politics) at La Trobe University and a Bachelor of Creative Arts at the University of Melbourne.  

Steven is currently working as a Casual Library Advisor (Specialist) at the Deakin University Library in Burwood, and also doing some part-time weekend work as a Customer Engagement Shift Leader at Yarra Libraries in Fitzroy.

Congratulations, Steven, and good luck!