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29 Dec 2023

‘A Day in the Life’ Programme (July 2023 Run) – NTU Library Presenters’ Reflections

In the fourth and final post on this cycle of ‘A Day in the Life’ Programme, the presenters from NTU Library share their reflections. Mr Tan Chiang Wee – Institutional Repositories and Open Access Policy I am glad that we used the lesson plan method to plan our presentations for the programme. It helped me […]

06 Dec 2023

Librarians Shaping the Edu-Tech Landscape: NUS Libraries at EDUTech Asia 2023, Asia’s Largest Conference for Educators

The EDUTech 2023 Conference was buzzing with excitement as librarians from NUS Libraries showcased the flagship immersive technology Jumpstart Minis programme and efforts to increase scalability, serviceability and sustainability in blended learning. Wondering how learning platforms have been used to achieve greater manpower efficiency? Or how students and learners can be empowered with immersive technology […]

03 Oct 2023

Misinformation Mayhem Puzzle Displays – Notes from a Teacher Librarian

NTU Library hosted Ms Joanne Wilson for her 10-day work placement in July- Aug 2023. The work placement is a requirement for her Master of Education (Teacher Librarianship) programme at Charles Sturt University. Joanne is currently a teacher-librarian with EtonHouse International School Broadrick. Besides looking after the library collection and spaces, she conducts classes for […]

03 Sep 2023

Representing Singapore at the ALA Annual Conference

It’s usually a nerve-wracking experience to put up a presentation of any sort about your work, let along share it on an international stage. However, that’s exactly what our team of librarians from NUS Libraries faced as first-time presenters and attendees at the 2023 American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference! Blown Away by the “Windy […]

11 Aug 2021

Get to Know Your 2021-2023 Council Members: Lim Puay Ling

Puay Ling is the newly appointed Honorary Secretary. She is currently a Senior Librarian at National Library Board, and is responsible for the operation and administration of the Parliament Library. What is your vision/aspiration for LAS as Hon Sec for 2021-2023? Being a newbie in the Council, I am excited for the opportunity to learn […]

24 Jun 2020

Reflections from LILAC 2019

Jenny Wong is the recipient of the LAS Overseas Professional Development Sponsorship in 2019. The Sponsorship is offered to encourage professional growth and to increase the knowledge of our library community. These professional development events include conferences and other learning opportunities held overseas. Self Introduction Jenny Wong is a Learning Services Librarian at the Singapore […]

10 Jun 2020

Get to Know Your 2019-2021 Council Members: Zubaidah Mohsen

Zubaidah is the newly appointed Programmes and Engagement Committee Chair. ____________________ What is your vision/aspiration for LAS as Programmes & Engagement Chair for 2019-2021? I would like to organise events and learning journeys that help give us a wider perspective of what is available beyond our own sphere of work and to gel the different librarians across […]

06 May 2020

Get to Know Your 2019-2021 Council Members: Fong Ying Yi

Ying Yi is the newly appointed Professional Development Committee Chair, who also co-chairs the Training & Development Committee. What is your vision/aspiration for LAS as Professional Development Chair for 2019-2021? To get as many members onboard in developing themselves professionally. Having “tuned-in” members knowledgeable in their fields is key to helping LAS grow from strength to strength. […]

06 Mar 2020

Get to Know Your 2019-2021 Council Members: Rindra Ramli

What is your vision/aspiration for LAS as Co-chair of the Training & Development Committee for 2019-2021? Encourage more knowledge sharing among information professionals and local library institutions. Ensure that LAS members obtain skillsets relevant to the times via our training and development programs. Instill a camaraderie spirit among committee members. Keep up with current training […]

20 Feb 2020

Reflections from IFLA WLIC 2018

Lim Siu Chen is the recipient of the LAS Overseas Professional Development Sponsorship in 2018, and attended the 2018 International Federation of Library Associations World Library and Information Congress (IFLA WLIC) held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Self Introduction My name is Siu Chen and I am a Librarian at the National University of Singapore (NUS). […]

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