Computer Science Students and Library Technology: Evaluating Students' Career Goals to Create Strategies That Increase Interest in Library Employment

Autor/in	McLellan, Amanda Hartman
Titel	Computer Science Students and Library Technology: Evaluating Students' Career Goals to Create Strategies That Increase Interest in Library Employment
Quelle	(2021), (154 Seiten) PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit Ed.D. Dissertation, East Carolina University
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Monographie
ISBN	979-8-7906-5225-7
Schlagwörter	Hochschulschrift; Dissertation; Computer Science Education; Library Services; Occupational Aspiration; Library Personnel; Occupational Information; Undergraduate Students + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Thesis; Dissertations; Academic thesis; Computer science lessons; Informatikunterricht; Bibliotheksarbeit; Berufsneigung; Berufsziel; Berufsinformation
Abstract	Academic libraries in the United States often have difficulty recruiting for technology-focused positions. This mixed-methods study examines what technology skills libraries are seeking in entry-level technology positions and explores ways to increase interest in library employment. Utilizing Lent's (2013) social cognitive career theory (SCCT) framework, this study seeks to understand why students study computer science, how computer science students seek future employment, and explores how a large university in the southeastern United States can facilitate interest in applying for library technology positions. Quantitative data was determined through an examination of library technology positions to explore trends and what skills employers are seeking. Qualitative data was gathered from recorded interviews with current junior and senior level undergraduate computer science majors. Combined with an in-depth look at the literature and recruitment needs of libraries, possible solutions to the problem of practice are offered in the form of practical internships, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a potential graduate certificate with the goal of connecting computer science students to software development positions in libraries. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.] (As Provided).
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Update	2024/1/01