Q/A on teaching credit classes for entrepreneurship research. Issue 3 (10th August 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Watstein, Sarah Barbara; Scanlon, Mary G.; Cramer, Steve
• Editors: Prof. Louise Feldmann, Dr Beth Kaylor, Assoc.
• Is Part Of: Reference services review. Volume 43:Issue 3(2015)
• Page Start: 480
• Page End: 490
• Publication Date: 2015-08-10
• Subjects: Academic libraries -- Information management -- Undergraduates -- Information literacy; Reference books -- Bibliography -- Periodicals; Reference services (Libraries) -- Periodicals; 025.52
• DOI: 10.1108/RSR-06-2015-0030
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0090-7324

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: – The purpose of this paper is to present the question and answer (Q/A) to provide an opportunity for two seasoned academic business librarians to share their experiences with courses in entrepreneurship in their universities. Design/methodology/approach: – Question and answer. Findings: – The evolving business school curricular landscape, and especially an increase in courses in entrepreneurship, presents unique opportunities for engagement, visibility and centrality for academic business librarians. Originality/value: – Entrepreneurship is increasingly valued in today's world. To be successful, entrepreneurs must successfully deal with and navigate a highly complex information landscape. Academic business librarians are positioned to help student, faculty and future entrepreneurs alike learn the skills to successfully traverse this landscape.