The Library Assessment Workgroup for Lesley University and Episcopal Divinity School has completed a nearly two year study of the information needs of our faculties for research and instruction.  The report is available from:

http://research.lesley.edu/faculty-study

This project is a qualitative analysis of the use of the information resources and services in the research and learning process by Lesley University and Episcopal Divinity School faculty members.

The examination focuses on three areas:

• faculty research habits
• student research required by the faculty
• faculty perceptions of student research strategies and results

Through interviews and focus groups, we studied the information seeking strategies of a sample of the faculty. By developing a clear understanding of the faculty's research habits, and their perceptions and use of the library, we hope to ensure that our collections and services are aligned with the faculty's needs and also to uncover ways in which we can increase the support we offer to faculty for their own research and teaching, and for student research and learning.  

We welcome your feedback and comments about the study.

 

Marilyn Geller
Collection Management Librarian
Lesley University Library
29 Everett Street
Cambridge, MA 02138

Email: mgeller@lesley.edu
Phone: 617.349.8859
Profile: http://research.lesley.edu/profile.php?uid=5428

Research: http://ir.flo.org/lesley/viewResearcherPage.action?researcherId=2