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How can you balance timeliness and accuracy when using information sources for Library Services?

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When you work in library services, you need to use information sources that are reliable, relevant, and current. But how can you balance timeliness and accuracy when you have to deal with different formats, standards, and criteria? In this article, you will learn some tips and strategies to help you find, evaluate, and use information sources effectively and efficiently.

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David Martin

Research Librarian & Expert Witness Researcher

1 Know your purpose

Before you start searching for information sources, you need to have a clear idea of your purpose. What are you trying to achieve? Who is your audience? What are their needs and expectations? How much time do you have? Your purpose will guide your choice of information sources and formats, as well as the level of detail and accuracy you need. For example, if you are creating a library newsletter, you might want to use recent and popular sources that appeal to your readers. But if you are conducting a literature review, you might need to use more scholarly and authoritative sources that cover a longer time span.

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David Martin

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Always acknowledge that you have received the reference request and that you are working on it. Suggest a few easy to find resources for the customer to check while you are doing the hardcore research. Only supply an answer after you have verified the accuracy of the source.

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2 Use appropriate tools

Depending on your purpose, you might need to use different tools to find information sources. For example, if you are looking for general information or background knowledge, you might use a search engine, a library catalog, or an encyclopedia. But if you are looking for more specific or in-depth information, you might use a database, a journal, or a reference book. You should also be familiar with the features and functions of the tools you use, such as filters, keywords, operators, and citations. These can help you narrow down your search results and save time.

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Beatriz Hernando Robledo

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Cómo comenta el artículo hay que tener claro cuál es el tema que estamos investigando. Una vez que tenemos el tema si es un trabajo escolar bastaría quizás con consultar fuentes en internet como el catálogo de la biblioteca pública; si tenemos un trabajo más amplio de investigación universitaria o de un grado superior, es decir, un TFG o TFM, habrá que empezar a consultar más herramientas. Por ejemplo Google Scholar sería por donde podemos empezar. Seguiriamos consultando las bases de datos de la biblioteca de nuestra universidad. Si lo que estamos con fuentes documentales más antiguas podríamos usar el catálogo de la Biblioteca Nacional, o de Patrimonio. Teseo o Dialnet son dos herramientas espa?olas muy interesantes.

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3 Evaluate your sources

Once you have found some information sources, you need to evaluate them for timeliness and accuracy. You can use the CRAAP test, which stands for Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose, to assess your sources. You should ask yourself questions such as: When was the source published or updated? How relevant is the source to your topic and purpose? Who is the author or publisher of the source? What are their credentials and reputation? How accurate and reliable is the source? How does it compare to other sources? What is the purpose or bias of the source? You should also check the references and citations of the source to verify its sources and quality.

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Liv Merryman

Future Librarian | Crafting Equitable Narratives
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In reference work and research, it's important to use your discretion when determining what is best to use and present to your clients. Definitions of what is acceptable and accurate change on different timelines based on what information you're looking for. Some history may have solid details from an older text, while some medical information from that same time period may be wholly outdated. Make sure you have a solid sense of your parameters, and do your best to find current information that best reflects what we know about the topic.

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4 Use your sources wisely

After you have evaluated your sources, you need to use them wisely to support your purpose. You should not rely on a single source or format, but rather use a variety of sources and formats to provide a balanced and comprehensive view of your topic. You should also use your sources ethically and responsibly, by giving credit to the original authors, avoiding plagiarism, and following the citation style and format required by your purpose and audience. You should also review and update your sources regularly, to ensure that they are still timely and accurate.

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5 Seek feedback and support

Finally, you can balance timeliness and accuracy by seeking feedback and support from others. You can ask your colleagues, supervisors, or clients for their opinions and suggestions on your information sources and formats. You can also consult librarians, information specialists, or experts in your field for their advice and guidance on finding, evaluating, and using information sources. You can also use online resources, such as guides, tutorials, or forums, to learn more about information sources and formats. By seeking feedback and support, you can improve your skills and knowledge, and avoid errors and mistakes.

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6 Keep learning and improving

Balancing timeliness and accuracy when using information sources for library services is not a one-time task, but a continuous process. You need to keep learning and improving your skills and knowledge, as information sources and formats change and evolve over time. You also need to keep adapting and adjusting your strategies and methods, as your purposes and audiences change and vary. By keeping learning and improving, you can enhance your performance and quality, and provide better library services to your users.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Beatriz Hernando Robledo

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Creo que no hay que olvidar que cuando trabajamos con fuentes bibliográficas debemos guardar las referencias para mas tarde localizar los documentos. Por ejemplo Refworks. Si nuestro objetivo es ampliar la colección de la biblioteca podemos consultar el catálogo de las bibliotecas públicas, los catálogos de las editoriales grandes y peque?as, apuntarse a sus newsletter y consultar el catálogo de las librerías.

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6 Keep learning and improving

7 Here’s what else to consider

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