Media Services wants YOU in Fall 2012

That’s right. Media Services is now hiring for the Media Services Desk Attendant Position. Federal Work Study applicants are welcomed, but all applications will be considered. Are you a friendly people person who is customer service oriented with an interest in film? Do you have an interest in assisting faculty with their film checkouts and … Continue reading “Media Services wants YOU in Fall 2012”

That’s right. Media Services is now hiring for the Media Services Desk Attendant Position. Federal Work Study applicants are welcomed, but all applications will be considered. Are you a friendly people person who is customer service oriented with an interest in film? Do you have an interest in assisting faculty with their film checkouts and reservations for their classes? Are you capable of assisting fellow students with films for their assignments and for home use in a professional manner? If so, Media Services wants YOU, so apply today!

To apply online, go to: http://www.american.edu/studentjobs/index.cfm

The New Media Center is NOW HIRING

Are you a tech savvy frequenter of the NMC with a wealth of knowledge in Adobe CS 5, Final Cut Pro 7/Final Cut Pro X, and iMovie? Are you an audio junkie who’s into Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Audacity, and GarageBand? Have you got a demo reel/sample to prove it? Do you have what it … Continue reading “The New Media Center is NOW HIRING”

Are you a tech savvy frequenter of the NMC with a wealth of knowledge in Adobe CS 5, Final Cut Pro 7/Final Cut Pro X, and iMovie? Are you an audio junkie who’s into Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Audacity, and GarageBand? Have you got a demo reel/sample to prove it? Do you have what it takes to be a software trainer? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you be the NMC consultant we’re looking for.

To apply, go to:
http://www.american.edu/studentjobs/index.cfm

Let the IM reference librarians help you from anywhere

Did you know you can text your question to a reference librarian? There are multiple ways to seek the assistance of a reference librarian.On the web: www.american.edu/library/askGoogle Talk: AskAULibrary@gmail.comText your question: (571) 766-6349

Did you know you can text your question to a reference librarian? There are multiple ways to seek the assistance of a reference librarian.
On the web: www.american.edu/library/ask
Google Talk: AskAULibrary@gmail.com
Text your question: (571) 766-6349

We’ve got a new Facebook url – Don’t forget to “Like” us!

That’s right, Media Services and the New Media Center now have a new, easy to remember url: http://Facebook.com/AULibMedia Now it’s that much easier to remember where to visit us on Facebook. If you haven’t yet, be sure to visit our Facebook page and “Like” us! On our page you can expect to find updates on … Continue reading “We’ve got a new Facebook url – Don’t forget to “Like” us!”

That’s right, Media Services and the New Media Center now have a new, easy to remember url: http://Facebook.com/AULibMedia

Now it’s that much easier to remember where to visit us on Facebook. If you haven’t yet, be sure to visit our Facebook page and “Like” us! On our page you can expect to find updates on AU Library events, New Media Center software training schedules and reminders, Vimeo and Youtube trailers for recent documentary and Home Use Collection films, links to new acquisition lists, and reminders about film screenings happening around campus.

Check out these Code of Best Practices in Fair Use videos from the Association of Research Libraries (ARL)

This webcast introduced the Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Academic and Research Libraries on the day of the Code’s release, January 26, 2012. The Code facilitators—Patricia Aufderheide of the Center for Social Media at American University, Brandon Butler of ARL, and Peter Jaszi of the American University Law School—delivered a brief presentation … Continue reading “Check out these Code of Best Practices in Fair Use videos from the Association of Research Libraries (ARL)”

This webcast introduced the Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Academic and Research Libraries on the day of the Code’s release, January 26, 2012. The Code facilitators—Patricia Aufderheide of the Center for Social Media at American University, Brandon Butler of ARL, and Peter Jaszi of the American University Law School—delivered a brief presentation on the contents of the Code, followed by a question-and-answer session. To read the Code and view related resources, visit http://www.arl.org/fairuse

This video answers questions that librarians often ask about fair use. The video supplements the Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Academic and Research Libraries, developed by the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) in partnership with American University’s Center for Social Media and Washington College of Law. To read the Code and view related resources, visit http://www.arl.org/fairuse

This short video introduces the Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Academic and Research Libraries, developed by the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) in partnership with American University’s Center for Social Media and Washington College of Law. To read the Code and view related resources, visit http://www.arl.org/fairuse

Part 1 of 2 videos from the ARL #librarianscode event at UCLA Library on Feb. 3, 2012. Peter Jaszi discusses the fair use doctrine and codes of best practices. See Part 2 for discussion of the ARL Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Academic and Research Libraries. To download the Code and view additional resources, visit http://www.arl.org/pp/ppcopyright/codefairuse/

Part 2 of 2 videos from the ARL #librarianscode event at UCLA Library on Feb. 3, 2012. Brandon Butler discusses fair use in libraries and he and Peter Jaszi discusses the ARL Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Academic and Research Libraries. See Part 1 for more general information about the fair use doctrine. To download the Code and view additional resources, visit http://www.arl.org/pp/ppcopyright/codefairuse/

A new piece of AV gear is now available for check out from the New Media Center!

Pearstone OLM-10 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone The Pearstone OLM-10 lav mic is a really great sounding mic that may be perfect for one of your upcoming audio or video projects. It clips on and it has no problem picking up sound from a distance. When we tested this mic in the New Media Center, it managed … Continue reading “A new piece of AV gear is now available for check out from the New Media Center!”


Pearstone OLM-10 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone

The Pearstone OLM-10 lav mic is a really great sounding mic that may be perfect for one of your upcoming audio or video projects. It clips on and it has no problem picking up sound from a distance. When we tested this mic in the New Media Center, it managed to pick up voices from up to 15 feet away with no problem. Of course ideally you will only be attempting to record the voice of the individual that the mic is attached to. This mic will be great for audio interviews or “talking head” style video shoots where you want to be sure you’re recording solid primary audio or even secondary audio using the Pearstone lav mic along with an audio recorder. The one thing to be aware of is that this mic is not wireless, but instead comes with 20 feet of thin, lightweight cable. Luckily, the cable is black so with a little creativity, you can easily conceal it from your shot. The Pearstone OLM-10 lav mic circulates for 3 days to any current AU student, faculty, or staff member. It can also be reserved by stopping into the New Media Center or by calling us at 202.885.2560. Come by the New Media Center and check it out for your next project!

New URL creates easier access to Lynda!

Lynda can now be accessed from this url: http://www.american.edu/lynda This is the easiest way to get to all the Lynda.com resources. It’s an easy to remember address and gives all the information a user would need – login requirements, products available, tech support information, mobile access, sample videos, and links to Lynda’s newest tutorials and … Continue reading “New URL creates easier access to Lynda!”


Lynda can now be accessed from this url: http://www.american.edu/lynda
This is the easiest way to get to all the Lynda.com resources.
It’s an easy to remember address and gives all the information a user would need – login requirements, products available, tech support information, mobile access, sample videos, and links to Lynda’s newest tutorials and newsletter. Check it out!

Jan 26 – Free webcast discussion: Assoc. of Research Libraries (ARL) Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Academic and Research Libraries

The Association of Research Libraries is offering a free webcast on Thursday, January 26, 3:00–4:00 p.m. eastern time, to discuss the forthcoming ARL Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Academic and Research Libraries. The Code facilitators—Patricia Aufderheide of the Center for Social Media at American University, Brandon Butler of ARL, and Peter Jaszi … Continue reading “Jan 26 – Free webcast discussion: Assoc. of Research Libraries (ARL) Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Academic and Research Libraries”

The Association of Research Libraries is offering a free webcast on Thursday, January 26, 3:00–4:00 p.m. eastern time, to discuss the forthcoming ARL Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Academic and Research Libraries. The Code facilitators—Patricia Aufderheide of the Center for Social Media at American University, Brandon Butler of ARL, and Peter Jaszi of the American University Law School—will deliver a brief presentation on the contents of the Code, followed by a question-and-answer session. The webcast will offer academic and research librarians a chance to learn about the Code’s substance on the day of its formal release and to ask questions and share ideas with the team of facilitators at the earliest stages of the public rollout.

Online registration is now open. For more information go here.

Excerpted from arl.org

Friday, January 13: Please Join Us for the 23rd Annual Ann Ferren Conference on Teaching, Research and Learning

Friday, January 13, 2012, 8:00am – 5:30pm Mary Graydon Center and Library The Center for Teaching, Research and Learning is pleased to invite all AU faculty and staff to attend the Ann Ferren Conference on Teaching, Research and Learning. The conference will be held on January 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the … Continue reading “Friday, January 13: Please Join Us for the 23rd Annual Ann Ferren Conference on Teaching, Research and Learning”

Friday, January 13, 2012, 8:00am – 5:30pm

Mary Graydon Center and Library

The Center for Teaching, Research and Learning is pleased to invite all AU faculty and staff to attend the Ann Ferren Conference on Teaching, Research and Learning. The conference will be held on January 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Mary Graydon Center at American University. This year’s program will feature 30 sessions, an early breakfast with cohort breakout sessions and thematic roundtable discussions, and a luncheon with a plenary speech titled “Social networked learning in complex information environments” by George Siemens, Associate Director of the Technology Enhanced Knowledge Research Institute at Athabasca University. A dessert reception follows the third session with live jazz music and raffle prizes.

Registration for the 2012 Ann Ferren Conference is now open.

CLICK HERE to register!

To register you will be asked to log in using your AU user name and password.

If you do not have an AU user name, please CLICK HERE.

The New Media Center is participating in the conference as well! Our Best Practices for Multimedia Assignments session runs from 2:00pm – 3:15pm – location TBA. 37 faculty and staff members are already registered for the session!
See description below:

205: Best Practices for Multimedia Assignments

Todd Chappell (New Media Center), John Doolittle (SOC) and Nanette Levinson (SIS)

Are multimedia assignments effective pedagogical tools? Absolutely. In this session you will learn strategies for creating multimedia assignments which will extend your students’ understanding of class material and reinforce persuasive presentation techniques. This session will also provide an understanding of the workflows and time-frames necessary to complete various multimedia projects (audio, video, websites, etc…), reasonable expectations for student assignments and the resources available on campus to assist your students with multimedia projects.

Filmography – Jewish Studies

The Media Services contribution to the Library Subject Guides is a selective list of video holdings in the American University Library. Filmographies are created by doing multiple keyword searches in the ALADIN catalog to capture as many titles on a topic as possible. For complete up-to-date holdings (including VHS tapes) please refer to the library … Continue reading “Filmography – Jewish Studies”

The Media Services contribution to the Library Subject Guides is a selective list of video holdings in the American University Library. Filmographies are created by doing multiple keyword searches in the ALADIN catalog to capture as many titles on a topic as possible. For complete up-to-date holdings (including VHS tapes) please refer to the library ALADIN catalog (www.catalog.wrlc.org)

Most streaming videos listed are available exclusively to AU students, staff and faculty after an online authentications by AUID#.

Here’s a sneak peak at what can be found in the JEWISH STUDIES Filmography

2000 years of freedom and honor the Cochin Jews of India. 1997. 1 videodisc (80 min.). Jews arrived in India over 1900 years ago. Throughout the years, though deeply loyal to India, they prayed for their return to Zion. Film captures the conflicting emotions of two generations of Cochini Jews. The elderly, heartbroken by the mass emigration of the younger generation to Israel, and their children, who as young parents could only envision a bright future as Jews in Israel. Explores the religious, cultural and economic life of the Cochini Jews in the native India and also follows the younger generation to a new life as Israelis. DVD 5907

Blacks & Jews. 1997. 1 video file (85 min.). Early in the 20th century black and Jewish Americans joined forces against bigotry and for civil rights but in the late 1960’s each group turned inward and the coalition fell apart. This film examines the history of this collaboration and recent racial conflicts between Afro-Americans and Jews and attempts at understanding and reconciliation, with particular emphasis on events in New York City and Oakland, California. DVD 5698 and Streaming video

Budrus. 2011. 1 videodisc (82 min.). They not only save the village, but the Barrier is pushed back behind the Green Line into No Man’s Land. In the process, Ayed and Iltezam unleash an inspiring, yet little-known, movement in the Occupied Palestinian Territories that is still gaining ground today. In an action-filled documentary featuring archival footage of this movement from its infancy, Budrus will inspire and challenge audiences worldwide. DVD 8309

Dreamers and builders. 2006. 1 videodisc (60 min.). “The early builders of the Zionist vision, pioneers of the Third Aliyah and the Fourth Aliyah of the 1920s, have been captured on film for time in memoriam by the father of Hebrew film, Ya’akov Ben Dov. Based on three films – Return to Zion, Rebirth of a New Palestine, Romance of Palestine – which were considered lost for more than 70 years”–Container. DVD 7146

The Jewish Americans. 2008. 2 videodiscs (360 min.). Chronicles the 350 year saga of immigrants who gradually wove themselves into the fabric of American life without abandoning their cherished traditions. DVD 3812 and Streaming video
part 1
part 2
part 3

Shtetl. 2009. 1 videodisc (180 min.). Tells the homecoming story of two elderly Polish-American Jews who return to their families’ small village from which most of the Jews had been sent to Treblinka’s gas chambers. Captures these pilgrims as they face old neighbors, some betrayers, some saviors. Interviews Polish Jews in America and Israel who were holocaust survivors or emigrated in the late 1930’s. DVD 5865

See the full Jewish Studies filmography here.