GLC Information Access and Delivery 5

Question 1

What is the purpose of a 'reading list' or 'course reserve' service in an academic or school library?

Accepted Answer

To provide students timely access to required course materials

Answer

Course reserves ensure high-demand required readings are accessible to all students in a class, often with shortened loan periods.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes 'information literacy' as defined by the American Library Association?

Accepted Answer

The ability to recognize when information is needed and to locate, evaluate, and use it effectively

Answer

ALA defines information literacy as recognizing information needs and competently finding, evaluating, and applying information.

Question 3

A librarian notices a database's terms of service prohibit text and data mining. What should the library do before allowing a researcher to conduct such mining?

Accepted Answer

Consult the vendor and negotiate amended licensing terms before proceeding

Answer

License agreements govern permissible uses of electronic resources; text mining typically requires explicit vendor permission.

Question 4

Which Georgia library certification requirement ensures librarians maintain current professional competencies?

Accepted Answer

Continuing education (CE) hours required for certificate renewal

Answer

Georgia librarian certification renewal requires documented continuing education hours to ensure ongoing professional development.

Question 5

What is the 'first sale doctrine' and how does it affect library lending?

Accepted Answer

It allows libraries to lend legally purchased physical copies without additional licensing fees

Answer

The first sale doctrine (17 U.S.C. § 109) permits the owner of a lawfully purchased copy to lend or sell it without infringing copyright.

(GLC) Georgia Librarian Certification Practice Test

(GLC) Georgia Librarian Certification Practice Test

GLC Information Access and Delivery 5