I. Grants
Aman, M. M. (2001-2005) Principal Investigator, the Private Industry Council (PIC) of Milwaukee, Inc. and the Helen Bader Foundation Grant. Grants to administer the Career Development and Soft skills Companion Strategy to the IT2000. Amount of combine grants $1 million.

Aman, M. M. (2002) IBM Corporation Community Relations. Gift of 12 ThinkPad computers for Millennium Information Technology Education and Careers (MITEC) Program-worth $36,000.

Buchanan, E. May 2005. “Students as Researchers/Researched: The Impact of Research Participation on Learning (phase II)”. University of Wisconsin System. $15,000

Buchanan, E. June 2004. “International Faculty Travel Award.” University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Center for International Education. $300.

Buchanan, E. June 2004. “The Impact of Fieldwork Experiences on Student Learning and the Mentoring Relationship.” University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Center for Instructional Professional Development, Student-Faculty Partnerships Organized for Learning. Principle Investigator, $1500.

Buchanan, E. June 2004. “Students as Researchers/Researched: The Impact of Research Participation on Learning.” University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Center for Instructional Professional Development, Student-Faculty Partnerships Organized for Learning. Co-Principle Investigator, with Renee Meyers, $1500.

Buchanan, E. April 2004. “Student Faculty Partnerships Organized for Learning.” UW-System, Office of Instructional Professional Development. Co-Principle Investigator, with Anthony Ciccone, $14,000.

Buchanan, E. June 2003. “Online Mentoring and the Online Student Experience.” University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Center for Instructional Professional Development, Student-Faculty Partnerships Organized for Learning. Principle Investigator, $900. 

II. Publications

• Books: Author

Aman, M. M. (2004) Information technology in libraries and information center. Kuwait: Al-Falah Publishing.

Aman, M. M. (2002) The Gulf War in world literature: 1990-2000 (in English and Arabic). Kuwait: Center for Research and Studies on Kuwait (CRSK). 2 volumes.

• Books: Editor

Aman, M. M. (ed.) (Present) Digest of Middle East Studies (DOMES).

Aman, M. M. (ed.) (Present) “International Column,” Journal of Education for Library and Information Science.  

Aman, M. M. (ed.) (Present) Editorial Board of Library Times International.

• Book Chapters

Aman, M. M. (2003) “And don’t call me arrogant”, in Festus E. Obiakor and Jacob U. Gordon (eds) African Perspectives in American Higher Education: Invisible Voices. NY: Nova Science Publishers. (pp. 104-115.)

Buchanan, E. (2004) “An overview of library services for distance education students in higher education”, in C. Howard, J. Boettcher, L. Justice and K. Schenk (eds) Encyclopedia of Online Learning and Technology. Hershey: Information Science Publishing.

Buchanan, E. (2003) “Online assessment in higher education: Strategies to systematically evaluate student learning”, in R. Discenza, C. Howard and K. D. Schenk (eds) Distance Learning and University Effectiveness: Changing Educational Paradigms for Online Learning: Idea Group.

Buchanan, E. (2003) “Examining and promoting student learning through a hybrid course”, inC. Schroeder and A. Ciccone (eds) Learning More about Learning: A Collection of Projects in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning by Scholars at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Milwaukee: Center for Instructional and Professional Development. 

Buchanan, E. (2002) “Examining and promoting student learning through a hybrid course”, inC. Schroeder and A. Ciccone (eds) Models in Our Midst: Center Scholars at UW Milwaukee Explore the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Milwaukee: Center for Instructional and Professional Development.

Buchanan, E. (2002) “Institutional and library services for distance education courses and programs”, in R. Discenza, C. Howard and K. D. Schenk (eds) The Design and Management of Effective Distance Learning Programs: Idea Group.

Fong, W., Senkevitch, J. and Wolfram, D. (2003) “The evolution of distance learning at the school of information studies, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee”, in D. Barron (ed) Distance Education The LIS Experience: Libraries Unlimited (pp. 365-372).

5. Journal Articles

Aman, M. M. and Joe Mika (2003) “Developing a library and information science bachelor’s degree program in the United Arab Emirates”, Journal of Education for Library and Information Science 45(3): 253-260.

Britz, J.J. , Lor, P.J. & Bothma, T,J.D. 2007. Building library leadership in Africa : a proposed educational initiative. International Information and Library Review (In press).

Britz, J. J. and Bothma, T. J. D. (2003) “From library science to information science: A matter of survival and natural evolution - a case study at the University of Pretoria”, Journal of Education for Library and Information Science 44(1): 72 - 82.

Buchanan, E. (2005, Forthcoming) “Institutional responses to distance education”, Journal of Library Administration.

Buchanan, E. Meyers, S. and Langston Hardin, S. (2005, Forthcoming) “Holding your hand from a distance: Online mentoring”, Journal of Educators Online 2(2). Available at: http://thejeo.com/Elizabeth%20Buchanan%20Final.pdf.

Buchanan, E. (2003) “It's never too soon: Responsible technologies in K-12 education”, Information Resources Management International Annual Conference Proceedings.

Buchanan, E. (2003). “Ethics and students in the information professions: A survey of beliefs and issues in information ethics coursework”, Information Resources Management International Annual Conference Proceedings.

Du Plessis, J. & Koohang, A. (2007). Securing Learning in Learning Objects. International Journal of Innovation and Learning , 4(2), 197-208.

Du Plessis, J. C. (2005) “Learning objects: Using language structures to understand the transition from affordance systems to intelligent systems”, Interdisciplinary Journal of Knowledge and Learning Objects 1:55-66. Available at: http://ijklo.org/Volume1/v1p055-066duPlessis.pdf

Du Plessis, J. C. and Koohang, A. (in press) “Securing learning in learning objects”, International Journal of Innovation and Learning.

Du Plessis, J. C. and Koohang, A. (2005) “Learning Object: From conceptualization to utilization”, Prace Naukowe, Wroclaw Academy of Economics 13: 38-46.

Haigh, M. “Divided by a Common Degree Program? Profiling Online and Face-to-Face Information Science Students”, accepted with minor revisions for the Education for Information journal (peer reviewed).

Mu, X., & Koohang, A. (2006). Video learning object application system: Beyond the static reusability Issues in Informing Science & Information Technology, 3, 411-422. (Level of contribution: Equal Effort)

Koohang, A. and Du Plessis, J. C.  (2004) “Architecting usability properties in the e-learning instructional design process”, International Journal on E-Learning 3(3): 38-44.

Strickland, L. S., Minow, M. and Lipinski, T. A. (2004) "Patriot in the
library: Management approaches when demands for information are received
from law enforcement and intelligence agents", Notre Dame Journal of
College and University Law 30: 363-416.  

Lipinski, T. A. (2003) “The climate of distance education in the 21st century: Understanding and surviving the changes brought by the TEACH (Technology, Education, and Copyright Harmonization) Act of 2002”, Journal of Academic Librarianship 29: 362-374.

Mu, X. (2005) “Decoupling the information application from the information creation: Video as learning objects in three-tier architecture”, Interdisciplinary Journal of Knowledge and Learning Objects 1: 109-125.

• Conference proceedings

Britz, J. J., Du Plessis, J. C., and Johnson, C. (2005) “Study abroad programs: A reflection on the educational experience”, Proceedings of the Meeting Global Challenges 2005 Conference.

Du Plessis, J. C. (2005) “Open learning: A web-based model for self-directed foreign-language instruction”, Proceedings of the IT Institute, Utah State University, Logan, UT

Du Plessis, J. C. (2005) “World languages: A viable offering of a less-commonly
taught language”, Proceedings of the Meeting Global Challenges 2005 Conference.
 
Du Plessis, J. C. (2004.) “The function of granularity within architecture and language as analogous environments to learning objects”, Proceedings of the Instructional Technology Summer Institute, Utah, State University, Logan, UT.

Du Plessis, J. C. and Koohang. A. (2005) “Underlying open learning development- reflections on elements of success in open sourcing”, Proceeding of the IT Institute, Utah State University, Logan, UT

Du Plessis J., Koohang A., Schaalje J., Mu X. and Britz J. J. (2005) “Panel discussion: Learning object definitions, metadata, instructional design, and repositories”, Proceedings of Informing Science and Information Technology Education, (pp. 39-42).

Koohang, A, Du Plessis, J, Britz, J.J. Harman, K & Seymore, T. 2006. Panel Discussion: Hybrid instruction advantages, challenges, design and future directions. INSITE 2006 Conference Manchester July 2006.

Koohang, A, Britz, J.J. & Seymore, J. 2006. Panel Discussion. Hybrid/blended instruction, advantages, challenges, design and future directions. Informing Science and Information Technology Education Conference. Insite 2006. Manchester , England , June 25 – 28 2006. CD discussion.

III. Presentations

Aman, M. M. (2004) “Global Issues in Distance Learning,” presented at the 2nd. Hawaii International Education Conference, Honolulu

Aman, M. M. (2004) “Bridging the Digital Divide Through Collaboration,” presented at the 2nd. Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, Hawaii

Aman, M. M. (2003) “Distant Learning Around the Globe” invitational paper presented at the 13th annual conference of Rectors and Chancellors of GCC Universities, Kuwait

Aman, M. M. (2002) “Digital Libraries and Changes in the Library Profession.” WUWM Radio, Milwaukee, WI.

Aman, M. M. (2002) “Technology, Globalization, and UWM: What’s Happening on Our Campus? Part II” facilitator of informal discussion sponsored by UWM Center for International Education, School of Information Studies, Center for Instructional and Professional Development, Learning Technology Center, and I&MT

Britz, J.J. 2006. From the codification of text to the manipulation of reality – Implication for information professionals. Wisconsin Library Association conference, November 2006 Wisconsin , USA

Britz, J.J. 2006. From the codification of text to the manipulation of reality – Implication for information professionals. WAAL conference, March 2006 Stephens Point, Wisconsin, USA

Britz, J. J. & Bradshaw, Y. (2005) Connecting Urban Universities Around the World: The Role of Information Technology in Creating Global Learning Communities  2005 Coalition of Urban Metropolitan Universities (CUMU) Conference October 1-4, 2005 Los Angles, USA

Britz, J. J. (2002) Telematic teaching: the death of distance of the death of the lecturer. Presented at the Teaching Forum, University of Pretoria, Pretoria. 16 August 2002.

Britz, J. J. (2002) Infopreneurship – the possible future for information professionals? Workshop presented at the University of Zululand, South Africa. October 2002.

Buchanan, E. (October, 2006). Distance Education: Communication, Challenges, and Strategies. CODAC Institute, UW-Milwaukee SOIS.

Buchanan, E. (August 2004). Mentoring and the Online Student Experience. 20th Annual Conference on Distance Teaching and Learning, Madison, WI. Reviewed Proposal.

Buchanan, E. (June 2004). The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning and Undergraduate Hybrid Coursework. Office of Professional Instructional Development, Annual Meeting for Wisconsin Teaching Scholars. Madison, WI.

Buchanan, E. (April 2004). Institutional Responses to Distance Education. Off Campus Library Services Annual Conference, Carefree, AZ. Reviewed Paper.

Buchanan, E. (February 2004). The Impact of Online Mentoring on the Student Experience. Panel Participant. Beyond Anecdotal Evidence – Part I: What Does It Mean To Understand? Center for Instructional and Professional Development Annual Conference. Invited Speaker.

Buchanan, E. (October 2003). Helping Students Learn in an Online Setting. Wisconsin Library Association annual Conference. Milwaukee, WI. Invited Panelist.

Buchanan, E. (May 2003).  It’s Never Too Soon: Responsible Technologies in K-12 Education.  Information Resources Management International Conference. Philadelphia, PA. Peer Reviewed Proposal.

Buchanan, E. (April 2003). Supporting Distance Education Students in the Library: What Do We Need to Do? Wisconsin Association of Academic Librarians. Milwaukee, WI. Peer reviewed proposal. (Received top ranking for presentations at this conference)

Buchanan, E. (April 2003). Distance Education and Institutional Responsibilities. Catholic Library Association Conference. St. Louis, MO. Invited Presentation.

Buchanan, E. (February 2003). Teaching and Learning Online: A Panel Discussion. Wiscnet Community Online Professional Development Conference. Steven’s Point, WI 14 February 2003. Invited panel participant.

Buchanan, E. (February 2003). Exploring Student Learning: Framing a SoTL Question. Center for Instructional Professional Development Exploring Student Learning Conference. UW-Milwaukee. Invited Roundtable Facilitator.

Buchanan, E. (January 2003). Teaching and Learning in a Hybrid Course Environment. 7th Annual UWSP Teaching Conference: New Directions in Scholarship. Stevens Point, WI. Invited

Du Plessis, J. and Stein, T. (Fall, 2006). Podcasts and Screencast with Camtasia Studio . Presentation given at the Conference on Information Technology, Charlotte , NC .

Du Plessis, J. (Fall, 2006). Teaching foreign languages online: Facilitating creative solutions . Presentation given at the Conference on Information Technology, Charlotte , NC .

Du Plessis, J. (Fall, 2006). Open Learning Environments: Building an International Team to Distribute Development & Provide Instructional Support . Paper given at the OpenEd Conference, Utah State University , Logan , UT

Du Plessis, J.C. (2006). Developing a Model for Open Learning of Less Commonly Taught Languages. Paper given at the 2006 Conference of the Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education, in Orlando , FL.

Informing Science & Information Technology Conference, Manchester , UK , 2006 “Video Learning Object Application System: Beyond the Static Reusability”. (co-authored with Mu, presented by Koohang ).  – Formal Paper. Audience: Academic

Informing Science & Information Technology Conference, Manchester , UK , 2006 “Panel Discussion: Hybrid/Blended Instruction, Advantages, Challenges, Design, and Future Directions”.  (co-authored with Britz & Seymour, presented by Koohang , Britz, & Seymour).   – Panel Abstract. Audience: Academic.

Koohang, A., Du Plessis, J. C. and Britz, J.J. (2005) Informing Science & Information Technology Education Conference.  “Panel Discussion: Learning Object Definitions, Metadata, Instructional Design, and Repositories.” Flagstaff, Arizona, 2005.

Koohang, A. and Du Plessis, J. C. (2005)Knowledge Acquisition and Management -- KAM’05.  “Learning Object: From Conceptualization to Utilization.” Poland, 2005.

Lipinski, T. A. (2004) Legal Framework and Intellectual Property: Realizing the Concept of Indigenous Cultural Rights in the New Millennium, Indigenous Knowledge Indaba, sponsored by the National Research Foundation, 26-27 January 2004, Pretoria, Republic of South Africa. (Invited by the National Research Foundation of South Africa, scholarly audience and various stakeholders in attendance (government ministers, NGO representatives, etc.), presentation and follow-up paper required.)

Lipinski, T. A. (2004), Looking Over My Shoulder: The Impact of the PATRIOT Act and other Legal Developments in the United States on the Right to Read and Receive Information, ETHICOMP 2004, International Conference on Ethical Issues of Information Technology, Challenges for the Citizen of the Information Society, April 14-16, 2004, University of the Aegean, Syros, Greece. (Extended abstracts reviewed by conference editorial board, scholarly audience, formal paper.)

Lipinski, T. A. (2003) Understanding TEACH, the Technology, Education, and Copyright Harmonization Act of 1002: A Prophecy-Fulfilling Dream or Nightmare?, Education Law Association 49th Annual Conference, Theme: Winds of Change, November 13-15, 2003, Savannah, Georgia (Abstracts reviewed by conference editorial board, scholarly and professional audience, formal continuing legal education outline required.)

Lipinski, T. A. (2002) What is TEACH? The Technology Education and Copyright Harmonization Act of 2002, WEMA, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, April 11, 2003. (Invited speaker, professional audience, power points and handouts.)

Mu, X. (2005) "Decoupling the Information Application from the Information Creation:Video as Learning Objects in Three-Tier Architecture." Presented at the Informing Science + Information Technology Education Join Conference, Flagstaff, Arizona, June 16-19, 2005

Walker, T. (2005) “The Geography of Library and Information Science as reflected in the pages of The Library Quarterly, 1931-2004”, a lecture for the LibraryResearch Round Table session, Wisconsin Library Association, Eau Claire,
October 28, 2005.

Walker, T. (2005) "The Demographics of Library and Information Science as Reflected in Professional Journal Authorship," an invited lecture for the China
Academia (Chinese Academy of Sciences), Beijing, July 13, 2005.

Walker, T. (2005) "Delivering a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science Online: A Case Study of the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee," a lecture for
the Wuhan University International Conference for Advances in
Librarianship, Wuhan University, Faculty of Library and Information
Science, Wuhan, China, July 6, 2005.

Walker, T. (2005) "Developing an Interactive Information Literacy Program," a lecture for the Wuhan University International Conference for Advances in
Librarianship, Wuhan University, Faculty of Library and Information
Science, Wuhan, China, July 5, 2005.

Walker, T. (2005) "Digital Libraries: Purpose, Organization, Access, and Retrieval," alecture for the Wuhan University International Conference for Advances in Librarianship, Wuhan University, Faculty of Library and Information
Science, Wuhan, China, July 4, 2005.

IV. Awards

Aman, M. M. (2005) “Award of Appreciation,” from the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET) in Kuwait, April 2005.

Aman, M. M. (2004) “Distinguished Service Award,” from the ALA-ACRL’s AAMES.

Aman, M. M. (2003) “A World of Thanks” Award from the Milwaukee Teachers Education Center (MTEC)

Aman, M. M. (2002) Appreciation Award from the UWM African America Faculty & Staff Association

Mu, X., (2005) Best Paper Award - Informing Science and Information Technology Education Conference, 2005. - Decoupling the Information Application from the Information Creation: Video as Learning Objects in Three-Tier Architecture.