Evernote in the research consultation: a feasibility study. Issue 1 (13th February 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kani, Justin
• Is Part Of: Reference services review. Volume 45:Issue 1(2017)
• Page Start: 67
• Page End: 78
• Publication Date: 2017-02-13
• Subjects: Keywords Academic libraries -- Reference services -- Technological innovation -- Research consultations -- Case study -- Reference libraries; Reference books -- Bibliography -- Periodicals; Reference services (Libraries) -- Periodicals; 025.52
• DOI: 10.1108/RSR-05-2016-0034
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0090-7324

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to examine the feasibility of using the Evernote note-taking application in research consultation as a way to respond to the challenges of doing research in the twenty-first century digital environment. Design/methodology/approach: This study examines the results of surveys conducted at the time of research consultation and at the end of the semester when the students had completed the research needed for their assignments. Findings: The study found that students are open to having a tool like Evernote used in the research consultation and that the tool can be helpful in organizing the information and search terms discussed in the consultation. Research limitations/implications: Due to the size of the sample in the study, further research with a larger sample size should be conducted. Practical implications: This paper outlines a promising method of collaborating and documenting resources in the research consultation. Originality/value: Using the note-taking application Evernote in research consultations creates a more interactive service.