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    Diversifying Dewey: Changing the DDC23 to better represent Irish Travellers
    (Academic and Special Libraries Conference 2024, 2024) Waters, Dean; O’Hara, Ruth
    This case study outlines the process involved in revising the Dewey Decimal System (DDC) to provide a more accurate and inclusive description of Irish Travellers. Also known as Mincéirí, Irish Travellers are a distinctive ethnic community based primarily in Ireland. However, throughout their history they have experienced widespread discrimination, exclusion, and stereotyping. This fact was somewhat reflective in the DDC, as Irish Travellers were frequently misclassified. This case study examines the treatment of Irish Travellers, who were not specifically mentioned in previous editions of Dewey, prior to these changes. In addition, it looks at the steps taken by the LAI Cataloguing and Metadata group to prepare a successful exhibit which resulted in a new classification number specifically for this indigenous group. It argues that by working with key stakeholders, including Irish Traveller representative groups, library colleagues and academics, we can better guarantee access to accurate and relevant information for all library users.
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    Institutional Repositories: Supporting faculty research, HECA Libraries
    (Griffith College, 2023) Ní Bhraonáin, Dimphne
    Institutional repositories highlight and showcase faculty and staff academic and professional research activities. This video gives an overview of how institutional repositories benefit both the individual researchers and their institutions, and highlights the support that can be gained from college librarians. Benefits include increased reach, citation and greater impact of your work. Research published in peer reviewed journals may still be deposited on the IR, the majority of publishers have policies that are in line with Open Access guidelines. Professional research activities such as conference papers and presentations may also be included. Librarians can support your understanding of copyright issues and assist in liaising with publishers for clarity. This video was produced in partnership with the presentation delivered by the HECA Research Group as part of the first HECA Research Conference that took place in November 2022, and is intended to be used to promote the use of institutional repositories in higher education institutions. The HECA Research Group is comprised of librarians from Griffith College, Hibernia College, Dublin Business School and CCT College. Contents: What is an Institutional Repository? Graduate Research Staff Research - What content can be included? Benefits to the Researcher Benefits to the Institution Open Access - OA and raising your research profile Librarian Supports and Guidance - Navigating OA publishing
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    Supporting Students with Neurological Differences in the Classroom - Promoting diversity and inclusion of neurodiverse students within Higher Education
    (National Forum of Teaching and Learning - Seminar Series, 2021) Butler, Orla; Ni Bhraonain, Dimphne
    The goal of this webinar is to celebrate neurodiversity and promote how it can be harnessed to encourage greater engagement and creativity within the learning environment. Participants can expect to walk away with a clear, basic understanding of neurodiversity, the challenges faced by neurodiverse learners and how these challenges can be addressed. Using principles of best practice in this area, contributors will discuss some achievable practical teaching strategies that have the potential to be inclusive, flexible and engaging for neurodiverse students. Intended learning objectives of the session: - Support diverse cohorts of students better using practical strategies - Discuss learning challenges associated with neurological differences such as ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia and Dyspraxia - Explore strategies based on neurodiversity - Plan to use strategies to encourage student success for all students Panelists: Fiona Ferris: Deputy CEO of AsIAm, Ireland's National Autism Charity and Advocacy Organisation. Presentation: Building an Inclusive Culture​ in Higher Education - Nicola James: CEO and founding director of Lexxic, a consultancy providing specialist support and dyslexia/ AD(H)D e-learning services for individuals in the workplace and higher education. Presentation: Empowering Neurodiverse Students. Change One Thing Repository of resources to support neurodiverse students: Following on from the webinar, a repository of resources to support implementing practical, immediate changes to teaching practice was made available: https://library.griffith.ie/lecturer-support/change-one-thing-repository/