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EvaluateRuda 23: technology enhance learning for the information professional community.Abstract: Ruda 23 is a free online course that was developed, researched, written and implemented in 2015 by a collaboration of eleven volunteers. It consists of 23 learning modules which were made available via a blog over a 14 week period. For each of the 23 modules, participants reviewed a learning component, completed a specific information literacy or technology enhanced task and wrote a reflective blog post. The purpose of the course was to share expertise on learning 2.0 technologies and exchange knowledge amongst the information professional community. Participants were introduced to tools and networks to use in their institute and for professional development. This interactive poster links to and highlights the learning outcomes and completed technology enhanced learning tasks of Ruda 23 participants. It incorporates the tools that were used to deliver and project manage the course and demonstrates how current, free web technology can be used as a professional learning tool.

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As information professionals in the 21st century, we are dynamic and motivated with a desire to learn about technology which will enhance our personal and professional lives. We are focused on engaging with learning communities as well as continuing our own life-long learning. Ruda 23 is an example of our desire to connect, learn and share our knowledge.

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Caroline Rowan@librarianintown

Stephanie Ronan@StephanieRonan

Niamh ODonovan@niamhodonovanScan this code to see our full blog

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Meet the Ruda 23 Team

www.rudai23.blogspot.com @rudai23

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How does Ruda 23 meet the needs of modern librarianship?

Ruda 23 is the first online course ever certified by the Library Association of IrelandPhilip Cohen, President, Library Association of Ireland, speaking at WRSLAI event, 27 February 2016Core competencies for information professionalsI. Information professionals contribute to the knowledge base of the profession by sharing best practices and experiences, and continue to learn about information products, services, and management practices throughout the life of his/her career.II. Information professionals commit to professional excellence and ethics, and to the values and principles of the profession.Competencies for Information Professionals of the 21st Century: Revised edition, June 2003 , Special Library Association taken from http://www.sla.org/about-sla/competencies/ Participants may use Ruda 23 as a means to fulfil professional competency requirements e.g. LAI, CILIP professional membershipCore Web TechnologiesMaintains awareness of commonly used technologies and applies technology effectively for ongoing learning and collaborationUses technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate and communicate informationUses digital devices, communication tools and social networks to access, evaluate and create information Uses technology to share information, communicate and collaborate with others Uses Web conferencing programs for synchronous, online meetings or learningIdentifies and uses help menus, tutorials and support communities to acquire the necessary skills.Locates and follows information sources to stay informed of new technologies and social toolsOCLC Competency Index for the Library Field

The 23 Things format was created by Helene Blowers in 2006. Since then it has been replicated over 700 times worldwide. Learners are encouraged to use their own skills to learn and apply what theyve learnt in their workplace and personal lives. They are encouraged to employ self reflection throughout in order to explore in depth their own views and enhance their learning further. The 23 things formatRuda 23 facilitates peer learning and allows professionals to connect with each other outside the workplace. Current economic constraints can make it difficult for professionals to gain necessary training and remain up to date in their skills. Ruda 23 is an online course which allows participants to upskill in their own time.

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Learning Objective 1: Create CREATE content for your library using learning 2.0 technologiesParticipants learn about web-tools for creating content and for marketing their libraries. Tasks include creating screencasts, infographics, AR campaigns, podcasts, blogposts & presentations and legally using photographs & licenses. Actively creating usable content familiarises participants with the tools and gives them confidence to explore new formats and applications in their libraries.

Facilitated though these instructional modules:PhotographsBloggingLegalitiesGooglePodcastsMobile thingsVideoInfographicsPresentationsAR

Scan the QR codes to access from left to right: podcast by Caroline Rowan, screencast by Eilis Ni Raghallaigh and podcasts by Maeve McAuley and Daniel KatzPlay the movie clips on the right to view a Haikudeck presentation by Amye Quigley (left) & Prezi presentation by Carol Wotton (right)Example of learning outcomes achievedby participants

Infographics created by Celine Campbell (left) & Clair Walton (right)

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Learning Objective 2: Curate CURATE, save & share information using a suite of information toolsParticipants learn how to collate, edit, manage and share collections of content such as images, newsfeeds or social media content. Tasks include participants engaging with web-tools to enhance their access to information, to help them manage collections and to manage personal and library social media streams. Participants also learn to share works through web 2.0 tools.

Facilitated though these instructional modules:Making it work togetherBloggingLegal side ofthingsGooglePodcastsMobile thingsVideoCurator toolsCollaboration toolsLive streamingExample of learning outcomes achievedby participants Scan the QR codes to view Julie Blunns flipboard page & a Storify by Christine JordanRachel Maskelynes Pinterest page

Eilis Ni Raghaillaighs blogpost on Thing 23 Making it all work together

Christine Jordans storify explaining how storify works

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Learning Objective 3:ConnectCONNECT with an online community of information professionals Participants learn about the tools and techniques used to connect with library patrons and information professionals. Tasks involve exploring new applications and connecting with the Ruda 23 team and community. The team employed the tools recommended on Ruda 23 to build a strong community of participants. This enabled them to interactive with the tools moving participant learning from theoretical to experiential.

Facilitated though these instructional modules:Collaboration toolsAttending conferencesOnline networksProfessional brandExample of learning outcomes achievedby participants Scan the first QR code to view the full version of the Ruda 23 live Google Hangout-on-air, the second code will take you to our Ruda 23 Facbook group and the last QR code is a link to our Twitter listGooglePlay this video clip to watch a portion of the Ruda 23 live Google Hangout-on-air

Alex Mcllroys blog post on the #Ruda 23 Twitter chat for advocacyScreenshots from Maria Mernaghs Ruda 23 twitter list, the Ruda 23 Facebook page and a post from Niamh ODonovan on the Google+ Ruda 23 group

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Learning Objective 5: EvaluateEVALUATE your learning through reflective practiceParticipants learn to evaluate their assigned tasks through reflective writing, engaging in a process of continuous learning. Participants question what they learned in each task and how they could implement their learning into the library. Participants also reflect on their learning process, time management and examined issues such as legislation & copyright.

Facilitated though these instructional modules:Reflective practice1, 2 & 3Legal side of thingsExample of learning outcomes achievedby participants Clockwise from right: Alison Callers reflection for her Charterhsip submission, Refelctive blog posts form Stella Chevalier, Stephanie Ronan, Amy Ward and Celine Campbell.

my development in confidence at using social media has been key in my Chartership journey as it has given me the ability to connect with others professionally. Since technology does not stand still it is extremely important that I continue to use social media and use it to engage with other Professionals as a development tool and also as a means of connecting with our Library Users. Alison Caller,

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Learning Objective 4: AdvocateADVOCATE for libraries and yourselfParticipants learn about library advocacy at a personal, local, national and international level. Participants are introduced to a variety of professional organisations which can support them in their career development. Tasks include participants joining advocacy campaigns, advocating for themselves through blog posts and attending and presenting at conferences.

Facilitated though these instructional modules:Attending conferencesProfessional organisationsProfessional brandExample of learning outcomes achievedby participants BloggingScreencasts from Ruda 23 participant blog posts on module 15, library advocacy. Clockwise from top: Caroline Messer, Bryan Whelan, Emma Carter and Genevieve Larkin PresentationsAdvocacy

Play the movie clip to see our twitter chat content #Ruda23

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Ruda 23 was devised, managed and delivered entirely using web tools. As the team were based in different locations throughout Ireland it was necessary to find a method of collaboration that everyone could access easily. ProjectManagement

Our team used Google tools for all aspects of planning, discussion, and communication as the project progressed.

Collaboration Tools

As our team are located in different parts of Ireland, we did not have the opportunity to meet in person. We used our group as a social network to get to know each other.

Preparations In preparation for the course, we wanted to establish an active presence on all the online networks that we would be using to connect with our participants. This meant designing a suite of logos, profile pictures, banners, welcome messages, information about the course that fitted across multiple platforms. It was important that course participants experienced firsthand what it was like to be part of an online network. On each platform we encouraged discussion and information sharing.

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GGlobal blog Readership

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235Registered123Began blogging185EnrolledParticipants 79Applied for certification68Completed Ruda 23Global participant distribution

58.6% from Ireland37.8%From the UK

Alex McIlroys blog from Northern Ireland

Lenoe Manoes blogfrom Denmark

Christofhar Sudhir Georges blog from India

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Favourite Networking Tool

As the course drew to a close we asked participants for feedback.Heres what they said.

Favourite Module

18 of our 23 modules featured as the favourite for our respondents. We were delighted with this result as it meant that the majority of our course content was relevant to all our participants.

We asked participants which networking tool they preferred to connect with the other participants. 41% said Twitter, 31% said by commenting on other blogs and 21% said the Facebook group.

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Favourite tool for CPDMotivation

Challenges to LearningWe asked participants which tools they were most likely to continue to use for professional development. 93% said they would use Twitter, 83 % said Facebook Groups and 67% said LinkedIn .We asked participants about their motivation behind doing the course. 63% said they were doing the course for specific CPD purposes such as receiving accreditation from a professional body . We asked participants what challenges they faced during the course. The two most common answers were time management and technological constraints. The top three modules were Screencasting, Blogging and Augmented Reality.

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Wayne Gibbons MEd MSc@thewaynegibbonsEmmet Keoghan MLIS@ekeohanMary Murray BA MLIS @MaryMurraaayyySiobhan McGuinness MLIS @ShivguinnCaroline Rowan MLIS@librarianintownElizabeth Keane Kelly EMBA@LizKeanKellyNiamh ODonovan BA DLIS@niamhodonovanMichelle Breen BA DLIS @MichelleBreenULKristopher Meen BA MA MLIS@KristopherMeen Christine Jordan BA DLIS @DeweyDiamondsStephanie Ronan BA MA MLIS @Stephanieronan

The Ruda 23 Team