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| Format: | Recurso educativo Open Access |
| Language: | en |
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2022
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| Online Access: | https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ1336930 |
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Table of Contents:
- Native American Student Experiences of the Academic Library Bucy, Rosalind American Indian Students Student Attitudes Academic Libraries Library Role Undergraduate Students Users (Information) Student Experience Library Services Cultural Relevance Ethnicity Identification (Psychology) Cultural Influences Barriers Nontraditional Students Access to Computers Access to Information Student Needs Native Americans are underrepresented in higher education; and, while considerable research examines Native student persistence, the role of academic libraries in their experiences has received little attention. This study proposes to investigate Native American undergraduate students' library experiences, needs, and perceptions. Qualitative interviews explored Native student perspectives on library services, space, and culture. Findings suggest that core library services are important to Native students, that visible representation of Native Americans contributes to a sense of belonging, and that Native student identity has varied significance for library use. This study has implications for librarians seeking to improve services for Native students.