IASL International Awards Programme:

TAKESHI MUROFUSHI RESEARCH AWARD

[Introduction] [Previous Winners] [Guidelines for Application]

Introduction

The recipient of this grant is awarded US$500 towards funding of a research project. The award was initiated in 1997 through the generosity of Professor Takeshi Murofushi and colleagues.

Selection is based on the following criteria:

  • a clear description of the research project
  • the significance of the research questions
  • methodological soundness, particularly where data is collected across more than one country
  • proposed timeline; and
  • budget.

Topics should be of international interest. Preference will be given to proposals involving researchers from more than one country who are members of the International Association of School Librarianship. Selection is made by an international panel of researchers and scholars.

Preference will be given to members of IASL.

Recipients are expected to present the results of the study at a subsequent IASL conference.

Applications should read the above criteria carefully and respond to the criteria in their application. Applications should include a personal resumé of the researcher(s), demonstrating ability to undertake and successfully complete the research. Applications may be in print or electronic format.

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Previous Winners

  • 2011 -- Dr. Melissa P. Johnston, USA
  • 2010 -- 28 September 2010 -- IASL Conferences: An evaluation of the attendance pattern of participants 1998 - 2010 -- Paulette Stewart, Jamaica
  • 2009 No award
  • Media Release -- 27 June 2008 -- IASL Conference Proceedings Analysis to Benefit Conference Delegates and Planners [PDF file] -- Dr Marcia Mardis (USA): An Analysis of IASL Conference Proceedings 1997-2008.
  • 2007 No award
  • 2006 Dr Lesley SJ Farmer (USA): Examination of Expert Library Media Teachers to Optimize Pre-Service Instruction and Learning
  • 2005 Dr Nancy Everhart (USA): School Librarians' Use of Time: An International Perspective
  • 2004 Dr Inci Önal (Turkey): School Libraries of One World: The Influence of Standards
  • 2003 Dr. Diljit Singh (Malaysia): The education and training programs of teacher-librarians in IASL member countries and others where such information can be obtained. It will result in development of an international directory of institutions that offer education and training programs in school librarianship.
  • 2002 Dr Marlene Asselin (Canada): A study that examines how new teachers are being equipped with the skills to collaborate with teacher-librarians in teaching information literacy.
  • 2000 No award
  • 1999 No award
  • 1998 Dr Joy McGregor (USA): Research on the implementation of flexible scheduling in elementary schools
  • 1997 Dr Iveta Gudakovska (Latvia): Students' and Teachers' Needs for Information and the Role of School Libraries in Providing Them With It

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Guidelines for Application

There is no prescribed application form. Applicants should respond to the selection criteria (above) and include a personal resumé of the researcher(s) -- see above, as well as full contact information (mailing address, telephone number/s, fax number, and email address).

The deadline for receipt of applications is 1 April each year.

Applications should be sent to:
Chairperson of the Awards Committee
International Association of School Librarianship
IASL Secretariat
65 E. Wacker Place
Suite 1900
Chicago, IL 60601
USA
Email: IASL Secretariat

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Last updated 24 October 2011 (KSB)