Introduction The start of a research article providing background information and an overview of the research presented in the article.
In this lesson, you will examine the benefits of collaboration, learn how to identify potential partners based on your research needs, investigate ways to nurture these relationships, and learn to have difficult conversations and when to walk away from a partnership if that is necessary. Working with a partner or a team can be an essential asset to your research projects. Not only do you have the benefit of utilizing the expertise of other trusted colleagues, you can tackle more work with a partner or a group than you can by yourself.
Depending on their role, academic librarians work with faculty, staff, students, and/or other library workers regularly, and the nature of the profession lends itself to a collaborative work environment. However, it is important to choose the right person or team to collaborate with for your research project. Partnerships should not be entered lightly, and each person must clearly understand the goals of the project, their roles in the project, and how to nurture the relationship. If you took Course 1, Lesson 1: Developing an Identity As a Researcher, you learned about positionality The identity of us as a researcher as it relates to the social and political context of a research study. Our positionality is based on our past experiences and shapes how you approach the research process. and identity and reflected on your values in the 1.1.1 Identifying Your Personal and Professional Values worksheet in your LPOL Workbook. You bring your identity and values with you and so it is important you choose a collaborator who respects you and what you bring to the table.
If you took Course 1, Lesson 3: Prioritizing Reflection & Community, you learned how to identify a research support ecosystem, which demonstrates the various places in your personal and professional life to seek support during the research process. If you haven’t already, consider going back to complete that 1.3.2 activity in your LPOL Workbook, as you can use the information to identify a collaborator for a specific project as you work through this lesson.
IntroductionIntroduction The start of a research article providing background information and an overview of the research presented in the article.
In this lesson, you will examine the benefits of collaboration, learn how to identify potential partners based on your research needs, investigate ways to nurture these relationships, and learn to have difficult conversations and when to walk away from a partnership if that is necessary. Working with a partner or a team can be an essential asset to your research projects. Not only do you have the benefit of utilizing the expertise of other trusted colleagues, you can tackle more work with a partner or a group than you can by yourself.
Depending on their role, academic librarians work with faculty, staff, students, and/or other library workers regularly, and the nature of the profession lends itself to a collaborative work environment. However, it is important to choose the right person or team to collaborate with for your research project. Partnerships should not be entered lightly, and each person must clearly understand the goals of the project, their roles in the project, and how to nurture the relationship. If you took Course 1, Lesson 1: Developing an Identity As a Researcher, you learned about positionalityPositionality The identity of us as a researcher as it relates to the social and political context of a research study. Our positionality is based on our past experiences and shapes how you approach the research process. and identity and reflected on your values in the 1.1.1 Identifying Your Personal and Professional Values worksheet in your LPOL Workbook. You bring your identity and values with you and so it is important you choose a collaborator who respects you and what you bring to the table.
If you took Course 1, Lesson 3: Prioritizing Reflection & Community, you learned how to identify a research support ecosystem, which demonstrates the various places in your personal and professional life to seek support during the research process. If you haven’t already, consider going back to complete that 1.3.2 activity in your LPOL Workbook, as you can use the information to identify a collaborator for a specific project as you work through this lesson.