Mixed Deck — All GLC Topics Flashcards

A public librarian in Georgia wants to advocate for digital equity in their community. Which action would be MOST effective?

Answer: Partner with local schools, nonprofits, and government agencies to expand broadband and device access

Coalition-building with multiple stakeholders creates systemic solutions to digital equity gaps rather than addressing only the library's internal resources.

The MUSTIE criteria used in the CREW weeding method stands for Misleading, Ugly, Superseded, Trivial, Irrelevant, and:

Answer: Elsewhere available

The 'E' in MUSTIE stands for 'Elsewhere available,' meaning the item is readily accessible through other sources such as interlibrary loan or nearby libraries.

The primary goal of GALILEO is to equalize information access across the state. In support of this mission, what is a key requirement for all participating public and academic libraries?

Answer: They must provide some form of public access to GALILEO resources on-site.

A core principle of GALILEO is ensuring equal access to information for all Georgia residents. To fulfill this, all participating libraries (excluding K-12 schools) are required to provide some form of public access to GALILEO's authenticated resources within the library, whether through open access, designated workstations, or other means. This ensures that any citizen can use these resources, reciprocating the collaborative spirit of the initiative.

Which protocol is commonly used for harvesting metadata between digital repositories?

Answer: OAI-PMH (Open Archives Initiative Protocol for Metadata Harvesting)

OAI-PMH enables repositories to share metadata records with aggregators and search systems in a standardized way.

A school library media specialist wants to align the collection to curriculum standards. The BEST approach is to:

Answer: Map current holdings to specific curriculum units and identify gaps

Curriculum mapping systematically identifies which areas of the curriculum have strong or weak resource support.

Which tool is commonly used in library instructional support?

Answer: Subscription research databases

Library instructional support often involves teaching users how to find reliable information efficiently. Subscription research databases provide access to scholarly articles, journals, and other credible resources that are essential for academic research and learning. Librarians guide users in effectively navigating and utilizing these specialized tools to enhance their information literacy skills.

A library wants to ensure long-term preservation of its digital files. Which format is generally preferred for text preservation?

Answer: PDF/A

PDF/A is an ISO-standardized archival format designed for long-term preservation of electronic documents.

A Georgia public library receives E-Rate funding to help pay for its internet access. To comply with the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA), which of the following is the library required to do?

Answer: Implement a technology protection measure (filter) to block visual depictions that are obscene, child pornography, or harmful to minors.

The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) mandates that libraries receiving E-Rate discounts must certify they have an internet safety policy that includes a technology protection measure (i.e., a filter). This filter must protect against access to visual depictions that are obscene, child pornography, or harmful to minors.

A librarian working at a public library in Georgia is asked to participate in a political campaign during work hours using library resources. This would violate:

Answer: Professional ethics and likely state employment law regarding public resources

Using public resources for partisan political activities violates professional ethics and typically state laws governing public employees.

Which Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirement is most directly relevant to library program administration?

Answer: Ensuring programs and services are accessible to individuals with disabilities

The ADA requires that library programs, services, and facilities be accessible to people with disabilities, covering physical access, communication, and programming.

A Georgia librarian wants to advocate for increased library funding at the state legislature. What is the MOST effective first step?

Answer: Build relationships with local legislators before budget sessions begin

Proactive relationship-building with legislators before budget discussions ensures librarians have established credibility and access when funding decisions are made.

A school librarian is planning an information literacy unit for a ninth-grade class working on a research project. The librarian decides to start by identifying what students should be able to understand and do by the end of the unit, then creates a final project for them to demonstrate their learning, and finally plans the individual lessons and activities. Which instructional design model is the librarian using?

Answer: Backward Design

The Backward Design model begins with the end in mind: identifying desired results (learning outcomes), then determining acceptable evidence (assessment), and finally planning learning experiences and instruction. This matches the librarian's process of starting with the final goals and the assessment before planning the lessons.

Which of the following is NOT a primary goal of a library's collection development policy?

Answer: To ensure the collection only contains materials that reflect the personal values of the library staff.

A core principle of professional librarianship is to build a balanced collection representing diverse viewpoints, independent of the personal values of the selectors. The policy is meant to reduce personal bias and ensure decisions are made based on established criteria relevant to the community's needs.

Which of the following individuals is eligible for a free PINES library card in Georgia?

Answer: A college student attending a university in Georgia, but whose permanent residence is in another state.

According to PINES policies, eligibility for a free card extends not only to Georgia residents but also to anyone who attends school, owns property, or is employed full-time in Georgia. A student attending a Georgia university meets this criterion. Tourists, remote workers not physically in the state, and former residents who don't meet the current criteria are not eligible for a free card.

Why should librarians consider diversity in collection development?

Answer: To provide equitable access to information for all users

Librarians should consider diversity in collection development to provide equitable access to information for all users. A diverse collection reflects a wide range of perspectives, cultures, and experiences, ensuring that all community members see themselves represented and can find materials relevant to their backgrounds and interests. This fosters inclusivity and broadens intellectual horizons.

A librarian uses the gradual release of responsibility model. Which sequence correctly represents this approach?

Answer: Direct instruction → guided practice → independent practice

The gradual release model moves from 'I do' (direct instruction) to 'we do' (guided practice) to 'you do' (independent practice).

A school librarian wants to align a research skills lesson with classroom learning. What is the BEST first step?

Answer: Review the classroom teacher's current unit plan

Reviewing the teacher's unit plan ensures the library lesson is directly connected to current curriculum content.

Which of the following is an example of a 'pre-coordinate' indexing system?

Answer: Library of Congress Subject Headings

LCSH is pre-coordinate because subject strings are constructed and authorized in advance before a searcher queries them.

A librarian notices that a reference book in the collection was published in 1998. What is the most appropriate first step?

Answer: Evaluate the content for currency and continued relevance before deciding to weed or retain

Weeding decisions require evaluating whether older materials still contain accurate, relevant information before removal.

Which federal law requires public libraries receiving E-rate funds to install internet filtering software?

Answer: CIPA

The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) mandates internet filtering for libraries that accept E-rate or LSTA discounts.