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Sylvia L. Edwards, PhD
Dip.Lib.(RMIT),GCEd(HE),MIT(Res.), PhD, AALIA, MACS

Publications,Conferences & Peer Review Work
Assistant Dean - Teaching & Learning,
Faculty of Information Technology, QUT
CRICOS No: 00213J
Last Updated 2nd April 2007

Monographs
  1. Edwards, S.L. (2006) Panning for gold: Information literacy and the Net Lenses Model. Auslib Press.ISBN: 1 875145 00 5 (Publisher details)
  2. MONINFO AARNet/Internet Hands-on Training: MONINFO's Training Notes and Exercises. Prepared by Sylvia Edwards, et al. Clayton, Vic.: MONINFO, Monash University Library, 1994. ISBN: 0 646 21791 7

Book Chapters
  1. Bruce, C., Edwards, S., & Lupton, M. (2007). Six Frames for Information literacy Education. In S. Andretta (Ed) Change and challenge: Information Literacy for the 21st Century. Auslib Press. (pp. 37-58) ISBN 9780980330113 (pbk)
  2. Hughes, H. Bruce, S. & Edwards, S. (2007) Models for reflection and learning: a culturally inclusive response to the information literacy imbalance. In S. Andretta (Ed) Change and challenge: Information Literacy for the 21st Century. Auslib Press. (pp. 59-84) ISBN 9780980330113 (pbk)
  3. Edwards, Sylvia L. (In Press, 2007) Phenomenography: "Follow the yellow brick road!" in Evidenced based practice in Information Literacy. Australian and New Zealand Institute for Information Literacy (ANZIIL). Chapter 4.
  4. Edwards, S.L. and Partridge, H. (2006) E-Learning & Learning Objects: Learning Information Searching in an e-Learning Environment. In Harman, K. & Koohang, A. (Eds.) (2006) Learning Objects: Applications, Implications, & Future Directions. Santa Rosa, California: Informing Science Press. (pp. 89-136) ISBN 83-922337-8-6
  5. Middleton, M., Bruce, C., Partridge, H., & Edwards, S. (2006). Developing a research culture and scholarship plan in information studies. In A. Lloyd & B. Pymm (Eds.), Research Applications in Information and Library Studies Seminar (RAILS 2): Proceedings of the 2nd Research Applications in Information and Library Studies Seminar, National Library of Australia Canberra, 16-17 September 2005 (pp. 11-22). Wagga Wagga, NSW: Charles Sturt University Centre for Information Studies. (CIS research reports, number 8) ISBN 1-876938-19-6; eISBN 1-876938-25-0 (QUT e-print)
  6. Edwards, Sylvia L. & Bruce, C. S. (2006)  Panning for gold: understanding students information searching experiences, in Bruce, C.S., Mohay, G., Smith, G., Stoodley, I., & Tweedale, R. (Eds.). (2006). Transforming IT education: Promoting a culture of excellence. P. 351-369. Santa Rosa, California: Informing Science Press. (QUT e-print]
  7. Partridge, H. & Edwards, S.L. (2006) The Rippling Pond: Ruminations And Other Musings On The Development And Use Of An Online Learning Environment In Bruce, C.S., Mohay, G., Smith, G., Stoodley, I., & Tweedale, R. (Eds.). Transforming IT education: Promoting a culture of excellence. p.257-274. Santa Rosa, California: Informing Science Press. (QUT e-print)
  8. Edwards, S., Bruce, C., & McAllister, L. (2005) Information literacy research: the consolidation of a theme. In M. Middleton (Ed.), Research applications in information and library studies seminar (RAILS): Proceedings of the research applications in information and library studies seminar held at the Queensland University of Technology Brisbane, September 20th, 2004. (pp. 26-53) Wagga Wagga: Charles Sturt University Centre for Information Studies. (Research Reports, number 7 )[ISBN 1-876938-07-2; eISBN 1-876938-54-4; ISSN 1038-5355] (QUT e-print)
  9. Edwards, Sylvia L. and Bruce, Christine S. (2000). Reflective internet searching: an action research model. Action Learning, action research and process management: theory, practice, praxis. Ortrun Zuber-Skerritt, ed. (Chapter 11) p.141-152. (Also published as The Learning Organisation, 9(3/4), 180-188.) (QUT e-print)

Journal Articles (Refereed)
  1. Woodley, A., Geva, S. & Edwards, S.L. (2007) Comparing XML-IR Query Formation Interfaces. Australian Journal of Intelligent Information Processing Systems, Vol 9, No. 2 pp 64-7.
  2. Bruce, C., Edwards, S., & Lupton, M. (2006). Six Frames for Information literacy Education, Italics 5(1). Retrieved 5th April, 2006, from http://www.ics.heacademy.ac.uk/italics/vol5-1/pdf/sixframes_final%20_1_.pdf (QUT e-print)
  3. Partridge, H. and Edwards, S.L. (2005) Establishing the IT Student's Perspective to e-Learning: Preliminary Findings from a Queensland University of Technology Case Study. Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology, 2, pp.297-312. (QUT e-print)
  4. Hughes, H., Middleton, M., Edwards, S., Bruce, C., & McAllister, L. (2005) La recherche australienne en maîtrise de l’information 2000-2005, Bulletin des Bibliotheques, Paris, 50 (6), pp. 16-26. (NB: French Tanslation of Information Literacy Research in Australia 2000-2005). (QUT e-print)
  5. Edwards, S.L. & Bruce, C.S. (2004) The assignment that triggered …change: Assessment and the relational learning model for generic capabilities. Assessment & Evaluation in Higher Education (Special Issue: Learning Communities and Assessment Cultures Conference), 29(2), pp.141-157. (QUT e-print)
  6. Edwards, S.L. and Bruce, C.S. (2002). Reflective internet searching: an action research model. The Learning Organisation, 9(3/4), 180-188. [Also published as Action Learning, action research and process management: theory, practice, praxis. (2000) Ortrun Zuber-Skerritt, ed. (Chapter 11)] (QUT e-print)
  7. Middleton, M., Edwards, S.L. & Collins, J. (1999) Internet Site Evaluation Tool: Students Professional Practice experience works towards the development of an Internet Tool. ELIS:A Education for Library and Information Services: Australia 16(2), August. pp.5-17. (QUT e-print)
  8. Edwards, S.L. and Ewers, B. (1998) Business Information: five key findings of a survey. Australian Library Journal , 47(1), February. (QUT e-print)

International and National Conference Papers
  1. Woodley, A., Geva, S. & Edwards, S.L. (2006) Comparing XML-IR Query Formation Interfaces. Proceedings of the Eleventh Australasian Document Computing Symposium http://www.adcs06.fit.qut.edu.au/.
  2. Edwards, Sylvia L. ( 2006 ) Teaching users how to find that needle in a haystack: Enabling end user information literacy . In Orr, Debbie and Nouwens, Fons and Macpherson, Colin and Harreveld, R.E. (Bobby) and Danaher, Patrick Alan , Eds. Proceedings 4th International Lifelong Learning Conference: Partnerships, Pathways and Pedagogies , pages pp. 95-100 , Rydges Capricorn Resort, Yeppoon, Qld. (QUT e-print)
  3. Hughes, Hilary and Bruce, Christine and Edwards, Sylvia ( 2006 ) Fostering a reflective approach to online information use for learning . In Orr, Debbie and Nouwens, Fons and Macpherson, Colin and Harreveld, R.E. (Bobby) and Danaher, Patrick Alan , Eds. Proceedings 4th International Lifelong Learning Conference. Lifelong learning: Partners, pathways, and pedagogies. , pages pp. 143-150 , Central Queensland University Press, Rockhampton . (QUT e-print)
  4. Edwards, S.L., Watson, J., Nash, R. & Farrell, A.(2005). "Supporting explorative learning by providing collaborative online problem solving (COPS) environments". A paper presented to the OLT 2005 Conference, QUT, Brisbane, 81-89. https://olt.qut.edu.au/udf/olt2005/ (QUT e-print)
  5. Middleton, M., Bruce, C., Partridge, H., & Edwards, S. L. (2005) "Developing a research culture and scholarship plan in information studies" in A. Lloyd & B. Pymm (eds) Proceedings 2nd Research Applications in Information and Library Studies Seminar , National Library of australia, 16-17 September, 2005, Canberra. Cenrre for Information Stduies, Charles Sturt University, pp.11-22. (QUT e-print)
    6. Partridge, Helen and Edwards, Sylvia (2005) Establishing the IT Student's Perspective to e-Learning: Preliminary Findings from a Queensland University of Technology Case Study. In Proceedings Informing Science and Information Technology Education joint conference , Flagstaff, Arizona. Published in Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology, Vol 2, 2005, pp.297-312. (QUT e-print)
  6. Edwards, S. L. (2004) "Web-based information searching: understanding student experiences to enhance the development of this critical graduate attribute" in P.A Danaher, et al (eds.) Lifelong Learning: Whose responsibility and what is your contribution? 3rd International Lifelong Learning Conference: Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia, 13-16 June 2004, Rockhampton, Qld.: Central Queensland University, pp. 106-113. (Refereed Conference Paper) PowerPoint Presentation (QUT e-print)
  7. Edwards, S. L., Bruce, C. S., & McAllister, L. (2004). "Information Literacy Research: the consolidation of a theme". Paper presented at the Research Applications in Information and Library Studies, 20th September, QUT Brisbane, a pre- ALIA 2004 Conference Event. (QUT e-print)
  8. Partridge, H. & Edwards, S.L. (2004) " The Rippling Pond: Ruminations And Other Musings On The Development And Use Of An Online Learning Environment In The Faculty Of Information Technology". OLT 2004: Exploring Integrated Learning Environments: A national forum for sharing information on engaging, designing, assessing, and collaborating in online learning and teaching, Brisbane, Australia, 3 November 2004. Brisbane: Dept. of Teaching and Learning Support Services, Queensland University of Technology, pp. 149-158. (Refereed Conference Paper) ISBN: 1 74107 080 5 (QUT e-print)
  9. Edwards, S.L. & Bruce, C.S. (2003) "Designing the learning experience to bring about desirable learning outcomes". Conference Paper presented at EARLI 10th Biennial Conference: Improving Learning,  Fostering the Will to Learn, Padova, Italy - August 26 – 30, 2003 Abstract
  10. Edwards, S.L. (2003) "Using Phenomenography to Construct the Students Experience of Learning". Paper by invitation presented at The Australian New Zealand Institute of Information Literacy (ANZIIL) Research practices for librarians symposium, 7th-8th July 2003, Brisbane, Australia. (QUT e-print)
  11. Edwards, S.L. & Bruce, C.S. (2002) "The assignment that triggered …change: Assessment and the relational learning model for generic capabilities". Conference Paper presented at EARLI/SIGLearning communities and assessment cultures: connecting research with practice, 28-30 August 2002. Northumbria, UK. Full-text via EducatiOn line (QUT e-print)
  12. Edwards, S.L. & Bruce, C.S. (2002) "Needles, haystacks, filters and me: the IT confidence dilemma". Refereed Conference Paper presented at Lifelong Learning: Building learning communities through education. 2nd International Conference: Yeppoon, Central Queensland, Australia, 16-19 June 2002. [Lifelong Learning Conference: refereed papers from the 2nd International Lifelong Learning Conference, Yeppoon, Qld.] pp. 165-171. ISBN: 187 6780 19 3 (PowerPoint Presentation) (QUT e-print)
  13. Edwards, S.L. (2000) You Have Provided Me With A New Set Of Tools And Taught Me How To Use Them: Embedding Generic Skills within the IT Curriculum. Refereed Conference Paper presented at Lifelong Learning Conference: Inaugural International Lifelong Learning Conference, Yeppoon, Central Queensland, Australia, 17-19 July 2000. [Lifelong Learning Conference (1st: 2000: Rockhampton, Qld.) pp. 95-101. ISBN: 187 6674 06 7 (QUT e-print)
  14. Middleton, M., Edwards, S.L. & Collins, J. (1999) Development of an Internet site evaluation tool for use by information management students. 1999 ASIS MidYear Meeting, Pasadena, USA 24-26th May 1999 (Presented by Sylvia Edwards) Abstract (QUT e-print)

International Workshop  Edwards, S.L. and Bruce, C. (2000) Information Technology Workshop for Australia - South Africa Links Program: Leadership Development Workshop, Australia, 4-14 September 2000. SCU University Centre, Coolangatta, Queensland. 

National Conference Papers by Invitation
  1. Edwards, S.L. (2000) Growing Your Business via the Internet: How to effectively design your website for e-commerce. Paper presented at DPI Information Supermarket 2000. Highfields Cultural Centre Highfields (Toowoomba), Qld., 15-17 March., 2000. (QUT e-print)
  2. Edwards, S.L. (1999) Growing your business via the Internet: avoiding the "me-too syndrome". Paper presented at Third National Conference Sustainable Economic Growth for Regional Australia (SEGRA), Novotel Twin Waters, Sunshine Coast Qld., 15-17 September 1999. Abstract [Paper: doc ]

State Conference Papers by Invitation
  1. Edwards, S.L. (2000) Marketing and The Web: Fact or fiction?. Paper presented at Dynamic Communities 2000: Leading the Way Community Economic Development Conference 22nd-24th October 2000. Forbes, NSW. Hosted by New South Wales Dept. of State and Regional Development
  2. Edwards, S.L. (1999) Interactive Presentations . Paper presented at 3rd Annual Professional Association of Part-Time Academics (PAPTA) Conference, Gardens Point, QUT, 2nd October 1999
 
International Conference Reviews
  1. 2005 Reviewer for OLT 2005 Conference: Beyond delivery, QUT, Brisbane , 27th Sept. 2005.
  2. 2005 Reviewer for ASCILITE 2005 22 nd Annual Conference: Balance, fidelity, mobility: maintaining the momentum? Brisbane , 4-7th December 2005.
  3. 2004 Reviewer for OLT Conference 2004: Exploring integrated learning environments, QUT, Brisbane 3 rd November 2004.
  4. 2004 Reviewer forEffective Teaching and Learning Conference , Griffith University , Brisbane Queensland , 4-5 November, 2004.
  5. 2004 Reviewer for ALIA 2004 Biennial Conference: Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre, Queensland, Australia, 21 –24 September 2004.
  6. 2004 Reviewer for Lifelong Learning: Whose responsibility and what is your contribution? 3rd International Conference: Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia, 13-16 June 2004.
  7. 2000 Reviewer for ACIS 2000 . Eleventh Australasian Conference on Information Systems. Brisbane, Australia, 6-8 December 2000
  8. 1999 Reviewer for ECIS'99. Seventh European Conference on Information Systems. Copenhagen, 23-25 June 1999.
  9. 1999 Reviewer for ACIS 99 10th Australasian Conference on Information Systems. Wellington, New Zealand, 1-3 December 1999.
  10. 1998 Reviewer for ECIS'98. Sixth European Conference on Information Systems. Aix-en-Provence France, June 4-6 1998.
  11. 1997 Local Reviewer for PACIS'97 . 3rd Pacific Asia Conference on Information Systems: The Confluence of Theory and Practice. Brisbane, Queensland 1-5 April 1997.

Monograph Reviews
  1. Edwards, S.L. (in Press) Book Review for MCB Journals of Monograph Hock, Randolph. (2001) The Extreme Searcher's Guide to Web Search Engines: A Handbook for the Serious Searcher.  2nd ed. Medford, NJ: Information Today,  2001. ISBN0910965471
  2. Edwards, S.L. (in Press) Book Review for Emerald Journals Database-driven Web Sites.  Ed. by Kristin Antelman. Binghamton NY: Haworth Information Press, 2002. 133 pp. soft US$24.95 ISBN 0789017393 (co-published simultaneously as Internet Reference Services Quarterly 7, 1/2) 
  3. Edwards, S.L. (in Press) Book Review for MCB Journals of Monograph: Thompson, Helen M. & Susan A. Henley. Fostering Information Literacy: Connecting National Standards, Goals 2000, and the SCANS Report. (Information Literacy Series). Libraries Unlimited. 2000.
  4. Edwards, S.L. (2003) "Trepanning for treasure." Australian Library Journal 52(2), May, p.202-203. Book Review of Monograph Sacks, Risa. Super searchers go to the source: the interviewing and hands-on information strategies of top primary researchers - online, on the phone, and in person. ( Super Searchers, Volume 7, Reva Basch, Series Ed.) Medford, NJ: Information Today, 2001. ISBN 0910965536 
  5. Edwards, S.L. (2002) "Person-centred, not systems-bound." Australian Library Journal 51(2), May., p.182-183. Book Review of new Annual Series: New Review of Information Behaviour Research. Vol. 1- .. Cambridge: Taylor Graham. 2000-  ; annual ISSN 14716313 
  6. Edwards, S.L. (2002) "Pay your money: take your choice." Australian Library Journal 51(4), Nov., p.377-378. Book Review of Monograph: Information Delivery in the 21st Century: Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Fee-based Information Services in Libraries. Ed. by Suzanne M. Ward, Yem S. Fong and Tammy N. Dearie. New York: Haworth Information Press, 1999. Also published as Journal of Interlibrary Loan, Document Delivery and Information Supply , 10, No.1.
  7. Edwards, S.L. (2001) "Much is omitted ...." Australian Library Journal 50(3), Aug., p.293. Book Review of Monograph: Burden, Paul, comp Knowledge management: the bibliography. (ASIST monograph series.) Medford, NJ: Information Today for the American Society for Information Science and Technology, 2000.. 
  8. Edwards, S.L. (2000) "MMspeak." Australian Library Journal 49(1), Feb., p.77-78. Book Review of Monograph: Dillon, Patrick M, and Leonard, David C. Multimedia and the web from A to Z. 2nd. Rev. & enlarged ed. Phoenix, AZ: Oryx Press, 1998.
  9. Edwards, S.L. (1999) "This library business." Australian Library Journal 48(4), Nov., p.384-385. Book Review of Monograph: Roberts, S.A. Financial and cost management for Libraries and Information Services. 2nd ed. London: Bowker Saur, 1998.
  10. Edwards, S.L. (1999) "At the cutting-edge." Australian Library Journal 48(3), Aug., p.291-292. Book Review of Monograph: Leon, Ruben (ed.). Information Retrieval: new systems and current research. Proceedings of the 16th Research Colloquium of the British Computer Society Information Retrieval Specialist Group, Drymen, 1994. London: Taylor Graham Publishing, 1996.
  11. Edwards, S.L. (1998)"Value-adding for business." Australian Library Journal 47(4), Nov., p.414-415. Book Review of Monograph: Shelfer, Katherine M. (editor) Business Reference Services and Sources: How end users and librarians work together. New York: Haworth Press, 1977. Also published as The Reference Librarian Vol. 27, No. 58

PhD Thesis: Edwards, S.L. (2005) Panning for gold : influencing the experience of web-based information searching. (Supervisors Assoc. Prof. Christine Bruce, Prof. Alan Underwood, Prof. Gail Hart, Mr. Michael Middleton)  For details refer to Current Research
Masters

Thesis: Edwards, S.L. (1998) Fee-based Information Services: an investigation of business requirements. (Supervisors Dr C. Bruce, Dr G. Gable) 

Other Media
  1. Information Resources NetSites http://www.fit.qut.edu.au/~edwardss/teaching/resources.html
  2. Radio Interview Thursday 29th Oct. 1998 Radio 4EB (Ethnic Broadcast). Broadcast time: 12.30-12.45pm. The Internet as a Global marketplace: including International Sites of Interest
  3. Teaching Theory PowerPoint Presentations




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