Sarah Meghan Harper
January 2019
School of Library and Information Science
Kent State University
P.O. Box 5190
Kent, OH 44242
Phone: (330) 672-5849
FAX: (330) 672-7965
Email: sharper1@kent.edu
January 2019
School of Library and Information Science
Kent State University
P.O. Box 5190
Kent, OH 44242
Phone: (330) 672-5849
FAX: (330) 672-7965
Email: sharper1@kent.edu
EDUCATION
2003 Ph.D. Curriculum & Instruction, Kent State University
Dissertation: “A Metaphorical Analysis of Teacher Beliefs about Using Technology in the
Classroom"
1991 M.L.S. Library Science, Kent State University
1990 B.S. Elementary Education, Kent State University
TEACHING & RESEARCH INTERESTS
Administration and Organization of School Library Media Centers
Cataloging in School Libraries
Electronic Portfolios
Evaluation of School Library Programs
Reference Service to Youth
School Library facility design
Information Literacy
Technology and Professional Development
Trauma informed care in libraries
Care-based practices in libraries
Management and organization of Church and Synagogue Libraries
Cataloging in Religious libraries
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
2017 - Present MLIS Graduate Coordinator
2012 - Present Associate Professor
2001 - Present Coordinator School Library Program
2003 – 2011 Assistant Professor (Tenured 2009)
School of Information and Library Science, Kent State University
2001 – 2003 Assistant Professor (Non-tenure track)
School of Information and Library Science, Kent State University
1997 – 2001 Coordinator of Libraries and Technology and Assistant Curriculum Director
Wooster City Schools, Wooster, OH
1993 – 1997 Coordinator of Media Services
Elementary Library Coordinator
High School and Middle School Librarian
Network Systems Operator, and
University of Akron, School of Business and Technology, Technology
Liaison
Coventry Local Schools, Coventry, OH
1992 – 1993 Elementary Librarian
Cleveland City Schools, Cleveland, OH
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
School of Library and Information Science, Kent State University
Courses Taught
2014 - Present LIS 60618 Information Literacy Initiatives and Instruction
2001 – Present LIS 60624 Cataloging for School Librarians
2001 – Present LIS 60630 Reference Sources and Services for Youth
2001 – Present LIS 60607 School Library Management
Courses Developed
2017-2018 LIS 60617 Information Literacy for Youth
(Collaborative development with Dr. Mary Ann Stahr)
2016-Present LIS 60280 Master's Electronic Portfolio
(Collaborative development with Dr. B. Boone and M. Nichols)
2013-Present LIS 60618 Information Literacy Initiatives and Instruction
(Collaborative development with Dr. M. Matteson)
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
2011 – Present International Association of School Librarianship (IASL)
2011 – Present International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA)
2004 – 2017 Church & Synagogue Library Association (CSLA)
2001 – Present American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
1999 – Present Kent State Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa
1998 – Present Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
1992 – Present Ohio Educational Library Association (OELMA)
1992; 2001 – Present American Library Association (ALA)
PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS, ACTIVITIES & SERVICE
Awards and Recognition
World Education Day. (28-30 of September, 2018)
Invited Chairperson and Speaker, K-12 Education. Using action research to assess and advocate for innovative school library design. Jinan, China.
Kent State University iSchool Representative to the OELMA Board of Directors. Appointed 2015.
IBPA (Independent Book Publishers Association) Benjamin Franklin Award
Invited judge, 2014 and 2015
American Association of School Librarians: Causality: School Libraries and Student Success (CLASS)
Invited research participant, National Research Forum, April 2014.
Ohio Educational Library Media Association
Presidential Award, Presented at the Annual Conference, October 2013.
International Committees
Elected to the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)'s Standing Committee on Literacy and Reading (August 2017-August 2021)
National Committees
Multiple Universities, Outside Reviewer for Tenure and Promotion Cases, 2014-present.
ALA Council Councilor, 2012-2015.
ALA Committee on Accreditation, Board Member, 2013-Present.
Board of Examiners for the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Appointed by the Executive Board for the American Library Association (ALA). Three-year term (July 2006). Reappointed for three-year term (July 2009).
Board of Examiners for Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) formally NCATE (2013- Present).
American Association of School Librarians
Committee: AASL Research and Statistics Committee. Reappointed for two-year term (July 2013).
AASL Division:
2003- Present Educators of School Librarians
(Secretary) Elected position 2018-Present.
Church and Synagogue Library Association
Committee: Awards and Recognition. Chair. Elected for three year term. 2014-2017.
State Committees
2013 - Present TRAILS Steering Committee
2012 – Present Statewide School Library Evaluation Design Team
2011 – 2016 State Library, Support Ohio Libraries
2003 – Present Buckeye Children’s Book Award Council: Historian
1992 – Present Ohio Educational Library Media Association
2014 Site Coordinator for Statewide Winter Conference
2006 – 2008 Ohio Educational Library Media Association Programming
Committee
2006 – Present Ohio Educational Library Media Association Annual Conference
2005 – Present Ohio Educational Library Media Association Membership
Committee
Kent State University Committees
iSchool Departmental Committees
2012 – 2017 Accreditation and Assessment Committee
2008 – 2012 Chair, Curriculum Committee
2002 – 2005; 2007 – 2012; Curriculum Committee
2016 - Present
2004 – 2007 Admissions and Awards
2003 – 2009 Distance Learning Committee
College of Communication and Information Committees
2013-2017 College Advisory Committee
2005, 2007-2012, 2017-2018 College Curriculum Committee Representative
University Committees & Colloquia
2012 – Present Co-Director, Virginia Hamilton Multicultural Literature
Conference Advisory Board
2013 College of Communication and Information Deans Review
2012 – 2016 University Handbook Committee
2013 – 2016 University Libraries Advisory Committee
2010 – 2017 Advisory Committee for Academic Assessment
2013 – 2017 Co-chair Subcommittee “Closing the Loop”
2014 Recognition for participation in Kent State University affirmation of accreditation process
2006 – Present University Council on Teacher Education and Steering
Committee Teacher Education Coordinators (EHHS)
2003 – 2012 Virginia Hamilton “Multicultural Conference” Advisory Board
Advisory Board
2003 – 2005, 2007 – 2012 College Curriculum Committee
2004 – 2005 AQIP Systems Portfolio Reader
Ad-Hoc Committees
2016-2017 Chaired faculty search committee
2014-Present Provost appointed CCI Dean Search committee
2012-2013 Provost appointed CCI Dean’s Review committee
2012-Present School of Library and Information Science Handbook committee
Doctoral Student Committees
2017. College of Communication and Information
2017. College of Education, Health and Human Services
2014. College of Communication and Information
2014. School of Music
External Committees Chaired
1997 – 2001 District-wide Technology Committee
1997 – 2001 District-wide Web Page Development
1998 – 2000 District-wide Y2K
1997 – 2000 Young Authors
1997 – 1999 District-wide Acceptable Use Policy Development
External Professional Service
Akron-Summit County Public Library Friends Council
2012 – Present President
2006 – 2009 Recording Secretary
2003 – 2006 Treasurer
Friends of the Library, Portage Lakes Branch, Akron Summit County Public Library, Inc.
2013 - 2 014 Vice President
2011 – 2013 Treasurer
2008 – 2010 President
2006 – 2007 Vice President
2004 – 2006 Secretary
2001 – 2004 President
Church Library, First United Methodist Church of Kent
2008 – Present Chair, Church Library Committee
2004 – 2007 Member, Library Committee
2004 – 2005 Weeding of church library
2004 – 2005 Researched software automation systems available for churches
2004 – 2005 Compiled recommended list of software for children
PUBLICATIONS
Book
Harper. M. (2011). Reference sources and services for youth. New York, NY: Neal-Schuman
Publishers. ISBN: 978-1-55570-641-8.
2 nd Edition forthcoming ALA Editions 2019.
Harper, M. 21 st century literacies: A complete guide. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield,
Publishers Inc. Publication forthcoming, 2019.
Harper, M. Cataloging for school librarians. ALA Editions. Publication forthcoming, December 2019.
Invited Chapters
Fostering resilience, wellness and hope in the school library. (Anticipated publication Fall 2019). In Mardis, M.A. &
Oberg, D. (Eds.). Social Justice and Cultural Competency: Essential Readings for School Librarians.
The International Perspective, Volume 2. Santa Barbara, CA: Libraries Unlimited.
Evaluating effectiveness of teachers and school librarians. (2017). In Marcia Mardis (Ed.), Librarians and educators
collaborating for success: The international perspective. Santa Barbara, CA: International Association of School
Librarians.
Reference Sources and Services for Youth. (2013). In Cassell, K. and Uma Hiremath (Eds). Reference and Information
Services in the 21st Century: An Introduction, 3rd ed. Chicago, IL: Neil Schuman Publishers, ALA Editions.
Linking Audiovisuals with Multicultural Literature. (2010). In Smolen, L. and Oswald, R. (Eds).
Multicultural Literature and Response: Affirming Diverse Voices. Columbus, OH: Linworth Publishing.
Handbooks
Harper, M. Helping Those Who Hurt: an annotated bibliography for congregational libraries
serving teens and children. Church and Synagogue Library Association. March, 2013.
Electronic Portfolio Handbook for Practicum for School Library Students
Created August 2007; Revised May, 2011.
Contents include: Letter to Students, E-Portfolio Rubric, Checklist, and Standards Alignment with American Association of School Librarians and Ohio Department of Education Academic Content K-12 Library Guidelines.
Conference Proceedings
Harper, M. (2016). Designing an innovative school library environment to facilitate 21st century literacy skills.
International Association of School Librarians. August 2016. Tokyo, Japan.
Harper, M. 2013. “Other Ways of Knowing: How School Librarians Can Take a Leadership Role in Addressing
Multiliteracies Across the Curriculum in the School Library.” The Shifting Sands of School Librarianship –
Selected papers from the 41st annual conference of the International Association of School Librarianship, and
the Sixteenth International Forum on research in School Librarianship, Doha, Qatar, November 12 – 15, 2012.
ISBN: 978-1-890861-39-1.
Columnist
Reach for Reference. Editorial Board Reviewed. School Library Media Monthly. Article columns published October
2008, December 2008, February 2009, March 2009, June 2009, October 2009, December 2009, February 2010,
April 2010, and June 2010 issues.
Reference Column. Editorial Board Reviewed. Church and Synagogue Library Association: Congregational Libraries
Today. Article columns published September 2014, February 2015, August 2015, September 2015.
Guest Editor
Guest Editor
Small Changes: Bringing Vision to Reality Knowledge Quest 35(3), Jan./Feb. 2007.
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives
/kqwebarchives.cfm#smchanges
Invited Reviews
Charles Harmon. (Ed.) The Basics of Cataloging for the Media Specialist (Rowman, Littlefield and Brown) August,
2013
Library and Media Connection/American Reference Books Annual. Best of Reference Award: Best electronic
reference category. 2012.
Journal of Research in Childhood Education.
October, 2007.
Harmon, Charles. (Ed.) KidzCat: A how-to-do-it manual for cataloging children’s materials & instructional resources.
(Neal-Schuman Publishers, Inc.)
March 2007.
What Every Teacher Should Know About Libraries. (Corwin Press).
May 2005.
Highsmith Care and Repair Booklet Highsmith Library Supplies.
November 2005.
Invited Reviewer
2016-Present School Libraries Worldwide
2014-Present International Information and Library Review (ISSN: 1057-2317) Elsevier
Refereed
Harper, M. (2017). Helping students who hurt: Care based policies and practices for the school library. School
Libraries Worldwide, 23(1), 41-54.
Harper, M. (2016). Using literature to help students who hurt. Ohio Media Spectrum – Journal of
the Ohio Educational Library Media Association (OELMA), 68(1), 45-57.
Harper, M., & Deskins, L. (2015). Using action research to assess and advocate for innovative school library design.
Knowledge Quest, 44(2), 24-33.
Harper, M. (2015). Evaluating the collaborative efforts of school librarians and teachers. Ohio Media Spectrum –
Journal of the Ohio Educational Library Media Association (OELMA), 67(1), 23-30.
Harper, M. (2014). Collaboration of school and public libraries finding common ground with the common core to
serve students with special needs. Ohio Media Spectrum – Journal of the Ohio Educational Library Media
Association (OELMA), 66(1), 47-56.
Harper, M. (2013). Savvy school library design to facilitate 21st century literacy skills and the common core. Ohio
Media Spectrum – Journal of the Ohio Educational Library Media Association (OELMA), 65(1), 34-43.
Harper, M. & Schwelik, J. (2013). The school library challenge: Changing perceptions, creating supporters and gaining
advocates with library advisory committees. Knowledge Quest, 42(1), 24-28.
Harper, M. (2012). Evaluation in the school library as a key to advocacy. Ohio Media Spectrum – Journal of the Ohio
Educational Library Media Association (OELMA), 64(1), 15-22.
Harper, Meghan (2012). Awesome assessment tools for advocacy in the school library. Ohio Media Spectrum –
Journal of the Ohio Educational Library Media Association (OELMA), 64(1), 32-34.
Article Series:
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2011). Cataloging and labeling correlated resources: The final steps to the making
correlations series of aligning library resources to academic content standards. Knowledge Quest, 36(5).
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v36/365
/harperbaldini/makingcorrelations5.cfm
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2010). Making correlations: Budget allocation, advocating, and planning. Knowledge Quest,
36(5). http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v36/365
/harpercopy/newcopy4.cfm
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2010). Making correlations: Selection and acquisition of library. Knowledge Quest, 36(5).
http://www.ala.org.ala.mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v36/365/harpercopy
/partthree.cfm
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2008). “Correlating the collection to standards: Preparing the collection.” Knowledge Quest,
36(5). http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v36/365
/365harperbaldini.cfm
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2008). Making correlations. Knowledge Quest, 36(4). http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl
/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v36/364/354harper.cfm
Dees, D.M., Niesz, T., Harper, M., Emens, S., Zavota, G., Hovhannisyan, G., Tu, T., Kan, K. H. (2009). Shifting professional
identities: reflections on a faculty learning community experience. Learning Communities Journal, 1(2), 49-74.
Harper, M. and Holmes, J. (2007) The impact of ubiquitous computing on library facilities. Knowledge Quest, 35(3).
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v35/353
/353harperholmes.cfm
Harper, M. (2007). Bringing vision to reality. Knowledge Quest, 35(3) 12-13.
Harper, M. (2007). How physical design can influence copyright compliance. Knowledge Quest, 35(3), 30-32.
Copyright bibliography. Knowledge Quest. Jan/Feb 2007. http://www.ala.org/ala/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/kqweb
/kqweb.htm
Copyright extras: Bookmarks. Knowledge Quest. Jan/Feb 2007.
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v35/353
/HarperBookmarks1.pdf
Copyright extras: Notices and signs. Knowledge Quest. Jan/Feb 2007.
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v35/353
/HarperNotices1.pdf
Editorial Board Reviewed
Article Series:
Harper, M. (2013). An overview of RDA and FRBR (pronounced furr-burr). Implementing RDA in Congregational
Libraries series. Church & Synagogue Library Association Newsletter, 36(2).
Harper, M. (2010). "My favorite reference resource: Bring American history into focus with Sharpe online reference."
School Library Media Activities Monthly, 26(10), 34-36.
Harper, M. (2010.). My favorite reference resource: Explore the excellent xspaces in scholastic's expert space. School
Library Media Activities Monthly 26(8), 37-39.
Harper, M. (2010). "My favorite reference resource: Pop culture universe: icons, idols, ideas. School Library Media
Activities Monthly, 26(6), 36-38.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: Teen health and wellness: a rosen database. School Library Media
Activities Monthly, 26(4), 36-38.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: H.W. Wilson's non book materials core collection. School Library
Media Activities Monthly, 26(2), 35-37.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: A look at national geographic united states and world atlases.
School Library Media Activities Monthly, 25(10), 44-46.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: Explore and tap into multiple musical resources with oxford music
online. School Library Media Activities Monthly, 25(7), 46-48.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: Explore world book discover. School Library Media Activities
Monthly, 25(6), 46-47.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: Cash in on biography reference bank's multiple reference
resources. School Library Media Activities Monthly, 25(4), 47-48.
Harper, M. (2008). My favorite reference resource: access science for millennials, teachers, and library media
specialists. School Library Media Activities Monthly, 25(2), 45-46.
Harper, M. (2007). Designing quality library lesson plans. Library Media Connection, 26(3), 42-43.
Harper, M. (2007). Awesome audiovisuals. Congregational Libraries Today, July/August 1-5.
Grants
Research & Pedagogy Grants
Funded
2013 Office of Accreditation and Assessment with Dr. Frank Lambert.
“Development of a School-wide Professional Disposition Assessment, ($2,650).
2004 Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
Librarians for the 21st Century Program with Drs. Brodie and Byerly, ($486,621).
2004 College of Communication and Information, Kent State University
Online Course Proposal for Cataloging for School Library Media Specialists, ($4,000).
Collaborative Grants
2017 American Association of School Libraries, ABC-CLIO.($1750) and LSTA Grant ($4,622.00) “Preparing
Ohio’s School Library Media Specialists For Future Ready Leadership” in collaboration with Ohio
Educational Library Media Association, Northeast Ohio-Regional Library System and InFOhio.
Unfunded
2014 Martens, M., Harper, M., Burhanna, K., Harmon, K. and Baldini, M. “Media Mentors: Creating an Academy
at Kent State University’s School of Library and Information Science.” Knights News Challenge “The
Library of the Future Is . . .” Grant proposal to the Knights Foundation. ($474,105)
2012 Harper, M. and F. Lambert. “The Implications of FRBR and RDA on School Library Media Centers.”
Research study grant proposal for the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Grant proposal to the
National Leadership Grant ($50,000)
PRESENTATIONS
Poster Presentations
Harper, M. (2017, January). Assessment of Professional Dispositions of LIS Graduate Students. Association for Library
and Information Science Education 2017, Atlanta, GA.
Peer Reviewed Conference Presentations
International:
Harper, M. (2017, August). Care-based practices in the school library. International Association of School Librarians,
Long Beach, CA. (Research strand)
Harper, M. (2016, August). Designing an innovative school library environment to facilitate 21st century literacy skills.
International Association of School Librarians, Tokyo, Japan. (Research strand)
Harper, M. (2012, November). Other ways of knowing: How school librarians can take a leadership role in addressing
multiliteracy across the curriculum in the school library. International Association of School Librarians. Doha,
Qatar.
Accepted Proposals:
Harper, M. (2018, October). Trauma-informed libraries: Promoting hope, resiliency, and wellness. Ohio Library
Council. Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2018, October). Lending Hope in Times of Trauma: School Librarians Inspire!, Ohio Educational Library
Media Association Worthington, Ohio.
Invited:
Harper, M. (2017). Trauma informed school libraries: Promoting hope, resiliency and wellness. SPARRC Stark County
School Librarians Group (Keynote) Perry High School, Massillon, OH.
Harper, M. (2017, July). Helping Children who Hurt. Church and Synagogue Library Association Annual Conference.
Rochester, NY.
Harper, M. (2017, July). Managing the Church Library. Church and Synagogue Library Association Annual Conference,
Rochester, NY.
Harper, M. (2015, March). Advocating for Innovative Design with Action Research. OELMA Innovative Learning
Spaces Edu-Conference, Rootstown, OH.
Harper, M. (2014, July). Resources for Helping those that Hurt in Congregational Libraries. Church and Synagogue
Library Association Annual Conference, Lake Oswego, OR.
Harper, M. & Dutkiewicz, S. (2014, July). Applying RDA Standards in Congregational libraries: History, Highlights and
Hip Tips. Church and Synagogue Library Association Annual Conference, Lake Oswego, OR.
Harper, M. (2009, July). Catchy Cataloging Tips for Church Libraries. Church and Synagogue Library Association
Annual Conference, Canton, OH.
Presentations:
Harper, M. (2015, November). Advocate with action research. AASL 17th National Conference & Exhibition, Columbus,
OH.
Harper, M. (2014, June). Confronting tragedy: Explaining the unimaginable, and unthinkable through picture books.
The Center for the Study of Information and Religion 4th Annual Conference on Information and Religion, Kent
State University, Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, April). Multi-literacies across the curriculum. Virginia Hamilton Multicultural Literature Annual
Conference, Kent State University, Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2008, April). Making magnificent connections with multicultural audiovisuals. Virginia Hamilton
Multicultural Literature Annual Conference, Kent, OH.
Dees, D.M., Niesz, T., Harper, M. Emens, S., Zavota, G., Hovhannisyan, G., Tu, T., Kan, K. H. (2006, March). Mirrors of
practice: An exploration of self-reflective techniques in teaching. Lilly Conference of College and University
Teaching, Pomona, CA.
State:
Presentations:
Invited:
Harper, M. (2018, August). Lending Hope: Promoting Resilience and Wellness in the Library. Opioids in Communities:
Libraries in Response. State Library of Ohio, Ohio Regional Library Systems and OhioNET. Gallipolis, OH; Dayton,
OH; Findlay, OH; and Twinsburg, OH.
Harper, M. (2018, October). Trauma-informed libraries: Promoting hope, resiliency, and wellness. Ohio Library
Council. Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2018, October). Lending Hope in Times of Trauma: School Librarians Inspire! Ohio Educational Library
Media Association. Worthington, OH.
Harper, M. (2016, October). Helping students who hurt in the school library. Ohio Educational Library Media
Association. Columbus, OH.
Harper, M & Baldini, M. (2016, October). Pop up the learning! Ohio Educational Library Media Association. October
2016. Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2018, November). Trauma-Informed School Libraries: Promoting Hope, Resilience, and Wellness in the
School Library Responding to Opioids and Trauma in the Community. NEONET, Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
Harper, M. Keynote Speaker. (2015, March). Helping those who hurt: Resources for adults who work with children in
congregational libraries. Annual Spring Event conference, NEO-Church and Synagogue Library Association,
Massillon, OH.
Harper, M. Keynote Speaker. (2014, March). Implementing RDA in church and synagogue libraries: Theory to
practice. Annual Spring Event conference, NEO-Church and Synagogue Library Association, Chesterland, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, October). Showcasing connections and competencies with action research in the school library.
(Pre-conference) Ohio Educational Library Media Association Annual Conference, Sandusky, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, February). How your school librarian can support multiliteracies across the curriculum. Ohio
Educational Technology Conference. Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, February). Citizenship, Common Core & Children’s Choice Awards: Using Buckeye Book Award
winners in education. Ohio Educational Technology Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, January). Savvy school library design to facilitate 21st century literacy skills and the Common Core.
Ohio Educational Library Media Association NEO-Regional professional development workshop. Kent State
University, Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, March). Building assessment to gather evidence of student growth K-5. Ohio Educational Library
Media Association Midwinter Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2012, July). The Future of libraries. Educational Seminar Series: The Written Word. Lakeside, OH.
Harper, M. and Deskins, L. (2012, October). Connecting Buckeye Children’s Book Awards to the Common Core. Ohio
Educational Library Media Association Annual Conference. Sandusky, OH.
Harper, M. (2012, July). The Library as place: Serving children of today and tomorrow. Educational Seminar Series: The
Written Word. July 2012. Lakeside, OH.
Harper, M. (2012, July). Bringing history into focus while exploring 21st century literacy skills. Northeast Ohio Regional
Library Systems, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio.
Harper, M. (2012, February). Ohio E-Tech, Becoming a school librarian. Ohio eTech Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2011, October). Red hot reference resources. Ohio Educational Library Media Association Annual
Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2011, October). Connecting multicultural literature to 21st century student learning. Ohio Educational
Library Media Association Annual Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2011, July). Reference resources for children & teens. Northeast Ohio Regional Library System Tenth
Annual Summer Library Symposium.
Harper, M. (2011, April). Keep the seeds, ditch the weeds: Cultivating your church library garden with weeding.
Northeast Ohio Chapter Church and Synagogue Library Association Annual Spring Conference, Greenford, OH.
Harper, M. (2008, October). Connecting to academic content standards with audiovisuals. Ohio Educational Library
Media Association Annual Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M and Baldini, M. (2008, October). Two heads are better than one: Professional writing partnerships. Ohio
Educational Library Media Association Annual Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2008, August). Red hot reference resources meeting academic content standards. School Library
Symposium Northeast Ohio Regional Library System, Kent State University, Kent, OH.
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2007, October). Red hot reference resources. Ohio Educational Library Media Association.
Dayton, OH.
Harper, M. (2007, October). Awesome audiovisuals and information literacy. Ohio Educational Library Media
Association. Dayton, OH.
Harper, M. (2007, April). Audiovisual resources in bloom: Selection of children’s audiovisual materials in the
congregational library. Church and Synagogue Library Association Conference, Willoughby, OH.
Harper, M. (2006, October). Ravishing reference resources update 2006. Ohio Educational Library Media Association,
Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2006, October). Catchy cataloging! Tips for enhancing collection visibility and access. Ohio Educational
Library Media Association, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2006, September). Getting an MLIS and K-12 School Library Media Licensure at Kent State University.
Correctional Education Association Annual Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2005, October). Ravishing reference resources update 2005. Ohio Educational Library Media Association,
Columbus, OH.
Local:
Presentations:
Invited:
Harper, M. (2019, July 29). Libraries lending hope: How libraries can respond to the opioid crisis. Ohio Library
Support Staff Institute Conference (OLSSI), Tiffin, OH.
Harper, M. (2019, May 17). Libraries lending hope: Trauma-informed service. Ohio Health Sciences Library
Association's Spring Meeting (OhioNET), Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2018, February). Trauma-informed school libraries: Promoting hope, resilience, and wellness in the school
library. Stark/Portage Area Computer Consortium (SPARRC), Perry, OH.
Harper, M. (2015, November). Focus on Kent State University: The School of Library and Information Science.
Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Cleveland, OH.
Harper, M. (2014, May). United Methodist reading and library mission projects. United Methodist Church of Kent.
Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2014, February). Facility design for the 21st century. Stow Public Libraries. Stow, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, May). Library connections. United Methodist Church of Kent. Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, April). An overview of Resource Description and Access (RDA) in libraries: Theory to practice.
Northeast Ohio Church and Synagogue Library Association. Canton, OH.
Harper, M. (2012, May & June). Planning your course from syllabus to assessments. Kent State University School of
Library and Information Science Annual Part-Time Faculty Orientation. Kent & Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2011, September). Developing the church library collection. Northeast Ohio Church and Synagogue
Library Association. Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2011, August). Designing a learner-centered syllabus. Part-Time Faculty Syllabi Development.
Harper, M. (2005, January). The future of school libraries and its impact on school library programming and design.
St. Martin de Porres High School Library Committee Meeting. Cleveland, OH.
Harper, M. (2004, November). Marketing the library in tough budget times and trends in school librarianship.
Librarians and Media Personnel of Portage County (LAMP). Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2002, November). Developing a “Friends” web page. Friends of the Portage Lakes Branch Library
Meeting. Akron, OH.
Pre-Kent State University:
Harper, M. (2001, August). Censorship and selection policies (a.k.a., What do we do about Harry Potter?). Wooster
City Schools Administrative Personnel Fall Retreat, Wooster, OH.
Harper, M. (2000, November). Evaluation and school library personnel. Wooster City Schools Administrative
Personnel, Wooster, OH.
Harper, M. (2000). The Four P's of copyright. Wooster City Schools Administrative Personnel, Wooster, OH.
Harper, M. (1999, September). Preparing for Y2K. Wooster City Schools Board of Education Meeting, Wooster, OH.
Workshops:
Online:
Harper, M. (2011). Reference Resources Update. School of Library and Information Science, Kent State University.
Harper, M. (2011). Cataloging nonprint & AV materials. School of Library and Information Science, Kent State
University.
Direct:
Harper, M. (1997 June). Technology assessment. Stark County Technology Grant Workshop, Alliance, OH.
Harper, M. (1995, June). Authentic assessment and technology. University of Akron Summer Workshop, College of
Business and Technology. Akron, OH.
Harper, M. (1995, June). The building blocks of block scheduling. University of Akron Summer Workshop, College of
Business and Technology, Akron, OH.
Harper, M. (1995, March). Block scheduling. Walsh Jesuit High School Teacher Development Workshop, Hudson, OH.
Developed:
Harper, M. (2006, May). Cataloging Non-Print and AV Children's Materials. Developed for the School of Library and
Information Science, Kent State University. Converted to online format Summer, 2011.
Harper, M. (2006, April). Marketing Your School Library in Tough Budgeting Times. Developed for the School of
Library and Information Science, Kent State University.
Harper, M. (2005, December). Reference Sources for Children Update. Developed for the School of Library and
Information Science, Kent State University. Converted to online format Summer, 2011.
COLLOQUIA & LECTURES
Kent State University Colloquia & Lectures
Harper, M. (2016, January). The Newbery Award for Western Reserve Academy at Kent State University, Marantz
Picturebook Collection.
Dees, D., Emens, S., Harper, M., Hovhannisyan, G., Kan, K., Tu, T., and Zavota, G. (2006, November). Mirrors of Practice:
An Exploration of Self-Reflective Techniques in Teaching. University Teaching Council, Kent State University, Kent,
OH.
Harper, M. (2006, April). Developing an Electronic Portfolio. Teaching Scholars, Kent State University, Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2004, March). Distance Learning Education. Literature Review SLIS Faculty. Kent State University, Kent,
OH.
Webinar
Harper, M. (2019, May 21). Providing Information Literacy Skills for Youth through Reference Services. SWON Libraries
Consortium.
Harper, M. (2019, March 14). Libraries Lending Hope: Trauma-Informed Service. OhioNET.
Harper, M. (2011, June 29). K-12 School Library Online Open House. School of Library and Information Science, Kent
State University, Kent, OH.
Guest Speaker
Harper, M. (2006, November). What Is Happening at Kent State University School of Library and Information
Science? Lakeshore Northeast Ohio Computer Association Librarians Meeting, Parma, OH.
Curriculum and Instruction
Technology Teacher Leader Staff Development Program.
Wooster City Schools, 1998 – 2001.
Developed and Implemented an Elementary Library Course of Study.
Wooster City Schools, Spring 2001.
Facilitated and Chaired the Development of Kindergarten Course of Study, Design and Implementation of a New Report Card.
Wooster City Schools, Summer 2000.
Coordinated Technology Fair.
Coventry High School, Spring 1997.
Served on the core instructional planning and transition team for the new high school.
Coventry High School: North Campus Coventry Local Schools, 1994 – 1995.
Panelist
In Search of Wonder: Common Core and More. In Search of Wonder. October, 2014. Perry, Ohio.
Preparing for Y2K. First Merit Y2K Public Forum. April 1999, Wooster, Ohio.
Automation Projects
Implemented training system for all employees. Wooster City Schools. 1997 – 1998.
Managed implementation of the Multilis automation system for nine libraries with central cataloging and management of library collections.
Managed implementation of the Follett system. Coventry Local Schools. 1993 – 1994.
Implemented all aspects of retrospective conversion, barcoding, policy setup and training of library staff for middle and high school libraries.
Facility Renovations
Designed, implemented and managed reconstruction of a library as well as supervising and managing preservation and conservation of library materials following an arson fire.
Wayne Elementary School, Wooster City Schools, Spring 1998.
Designed and managed the renovation of a high school library.
Coventry Local Schools, 1994 – 1995.
Participated in the renovation of an existing middle school library.
Coventry Local Schools, 1993 – 1994.
Technology Management
Designed and managed implementation of district-wide fiber network upgrade and installation of ATM and IP WAN.
Wooster City Schools, 2000-2001.
Designed and managed implementation of wiring upgrade and wireless technology as well as new construction wiring. Wooster City Schools Edgewood Middle School, 2000 – 2001.
SERVICE
Grants
Community Grants
2002 Kiwanis and Friends of the Portage Lakes Branch Library, "Books for Kindergartners: The Ladybug
Project,” ($3,000)
2001 Wooster City Schools Foundation
Presented “Total Cost of Technology Ownership for Wooster City Schools 2001- 2002 Budgeting,” at a
Public Forum resulting in the allocation of $275,000 for technology expenditures from district grants.
Local
Reinberger Children’s Library Center
Cataloging Policy Manual: Created 2005 (Updated Summer 2007)
Collection Analysis (Fall 2007)
Collection Inventory (Spring 2006)
External Service
Judge “Best in Reference Awards”
Library Media Connection and American Reference Books Annual. Spring 2014; Spring 2013
Judge “Letters about Literature Contest” Statewide Contest for Ohio students. Spring 2010
Summit County Sheriff’s Citizen’s Academy Program (16 weeks). October 2007- January 2008
Church and Synagogue Library Association Conference 2005 – Present
Library Committee First United Methodist Church of Kent 2004 – Present
Akron Summit County Public Library Friends Council 2001 - Present
Portage Lake Friends Group Akron Summit County Public Library 2000 - Present
2003 Ph.D. Curriculum & Instruction, Kent State University
Dissertation: “A Metaphorical Analysis of Teacher Beliefs about Using Technology in the
Classroom"
1991 M.L.S. Library Science, Kent State University
1990 B.S. Elementary Education, Kent State University
TEACHING & RESEARCH INTERESTS
Administration and Organization of School Library Media Centers
Cataloging in School Libraries
Electronic Portfolios
Evaluation of School Library Programs
Reference Service to Youth
School Library facility design
Information Literacy
Technology and Professional Development
Trauma informed care in libraries
Care-based practices in libraries
Management and organization of Church and Synagogue Libraries
Cataloging in Religious libraries
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
2017 - Present MLIS Graduate Coordinator
2012 - Present Associate Professor
2001 - Present Coordinator School Library Program
2003 – 2011 Assistant Professor (Tenured 2009)
School of Information and Library Science, Kent State University
2001 – 2003 Assistant Professor (Non-tenure track)
School of Information and Library Science, Kent State University
1997 – 2001 Coordinator of Libraries and Technology and Assistant Curriculum Director
Wooster City Schools, Wooster, OH
1993 – 1997 Coordinator of Media Services
Elementary Library Coordinator
High School and Middle School Librarian
Network Systems Operator, and
University of Akron, School of Business and Technology, Technology
Liaison
Coventry Local Schools, Coventry, OH
1992 – 1993 Elementary Librarian
Cleveland City Schools, Cleveland, OH
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
School of Library and Information Science, Kent State University
Courses Taught
2014 - Present LIS 60618 Information Literacy Initiatives and Instruction
2001 – Present LIS 60624 Cataloging for School Librarians
2001 – Present LIS 60630 Reference Sources and Services for Youth
2001 – Present LIS 60607 School Library Management
Courses Developed
2017-2018 LIS 60617 Information Literacy for Youth
(Collaborative development with Dr. Mary Ann Stahr)
2016-Present LIS 60280 Master's Electronic Portfolio
(Collaborative development with Dr. B. Boone and M. Nichols)
2013-Present LIS 60618 Information Literacy Initiatives and Instruction
(Collaborative development with Dr. M. Matteson)
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
2011 – Present International Association of School Librarianship (IASL)
2011 – Present International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA)
2004 – 2017 Church & Synagogue Library Association (CSLA)
2001 – Present American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
1999 – Present Kent State Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa
1998 – Present Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
1992 – Present Ohio Educational Library Association (OELMA)
1992; 2001 – Present American Library Association (ALA)
PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS, ACTIVITIES & SERVICE
Awards and Recognition
World Education Day. (28-30 of September, 2018)
Invited Chairperson and Speaker, K-12 Education. Using action research to assess and advocate for innovative school library design. Jinan, China.
Kent State University iSchool Representative to the OELMA Board of Directors. Appointed 2015.
IBPA (Independent Book Publishers Association) Benjamin Franklin Award
Invited judge, 2014 and 2015
American Association of School Librarians: Causality: School Libraries and Student Success (CLASS)
Invited research participant, National Research Forum, April 2014.
Ohio Educational Library Media Association
Presidential Award, Presented at the Annual Conference, October 2013.
International Committees
Elected to the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)'s Standing Committee on Literacy and Reading (August 2017-August 2021)
National Committees
Multiple Universities, Outside Reviewer for Tenure and Promotion Cases, 2014-present.
ALA Council Councilor, 2012-2015.
ALA Committee on Accreditation, Board Member, 2013-Present.
Board of Examiners for the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Appointed by the Executive Board for the American Library Association (ALA). Three-year term (July 2006). Reappointed for three-year term (July 2009).
Board of Examiners for Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) formally NCATE (2013- Present).
American Association of School Librarians
Committee: AASL Research and Statistics Committee. Reappointed for two-year term (July 2013).
AASL Division:
2003- Present Educators of School Librarians
(Secretary) Elected position 2018-Present.
Church and Synagogue Library Association
Committee: Awards and Recognition. Chair. Elected for three year term. 2014-2017.
State Committees
2013 - Present TRAILS Steering Committee
2012 – Present Statewide School Library Evaluation Design Team
2011 – 2016 State Library, Support Ohio Libraries
2003 – Present Buckeye Children’s Book Award Council: Historian
1992 – Present Ohio Educational Library Media Association
2014 Site Coordinator for Statewide Winter Conference
2006 – 2008 Ohio Educational Library Media Association Programming
Committee
2006 – Present Ohio Educational Library Media Association Annual Conference
2005 – Present Ohio Educational Library Media Association Membership
Committee
Kent State University Committees
iSchool Departmental Committees
2012 – 2017 Accreditation and Assessment Committee
2008 – 2012 Chair, Curriculum Committee
2002 – 2005; 2007 – 2012; Curriculum Committee
2016 - Present
2004 – 2007 Admissions and Awards
2003 – 2009 Distance Learning Committee
College of Communication and Information Committees
2013-2017 College Advisory Committee
2005, 2007-2012, 2017-2018 College Curriculum Committee Representative
University Committees & Colloquia
2012 – Present Co-Director, Virginia Hamilton Multicultural Literature
Conference Advisory Board
2013 College of Communication and Information Deans Review
2012 – 2016 University Handbook Committee
2013 – 2016 University Libraries Advisory Committee
2010 – 2017 Advisory Committee for Academic Assessment
2013 – 2017 Co-chair Subcommittee “Closing the Loop”
2014 Recognition for participation in Kent State University affirmation of accreditation process
2006 – Present University Council on Teacher Education and Steering
Committee Teacher Education Coordinators (EHHS)
2003 – 2012 Virginia Hamilton “Multicultural Conference” Advisory Board
Advisory Board
2003 – 2005, 2007 – 2012 College Curriculum Committee
2004 – 2005 AQIP Systems Portfolio Reader
Ad-Hoc Committees
2016-2017 Chaired faculty search committee
2014-Present Provost appointed CCI Dean Search committee
2012-2013 Provost appointed CCI Dean’s Review committee
2012-Present School of Library and Information Science Handbook committee
Doctoral Student Committees
2017. College of Communication and Information
2017. College of Education, Health and Human Services
2014. College of Communication and Information
2014. School of Music
External Committees Chaired
1997 – 2001 District-wide Technology Committee
1997 – 2001 District-wide Web Page Development
1998 – 2000 District-wide Y2K
1997 – 2000 Young Authors
1997 – 1999 District-wide Acceptable Use Policy Development
External Professional Service
Akron-Summit County Public Library Friends Council
2012 – Present President
2006 – 2009 Recording Secretary
2003 – 2006 Treasurer
Friends of the Library, Portage Lakes Branch, Akron Summit County Public Library, Inc.
2013 - 2 014 Vice President
2011 – 2013 Treasurer
2008 – 2010 President
2006 – 2007 Vice President
2004 – 2006 Secretary
2001 – 2004 President
Church Library, First United Methodist Church of Kent
2008 – Present Chair, Church Library Committee
2004 – 2007 Member, Library Committee
2004 – 2005 Weeding of church library
2004 – 2005 Researched software automation systems available for churches
2004 – 2005 Compiled recommended list of software for children
PUBLICATIONS
Book
Harper. M. (2011). Reference sources and services for youth. New York, NY: Neal-Schuman
Publishers. ISBN: 978-1-55570-641-8.
2 nd Edition forthcoming ALA Editions 2019.
Harper, M. 21 st century literacies: A complete guide. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield,
Publishers Inc. Publication forthcoming, 2019.
Harper, M. Cataloging for school librarians. ALA Editions. Publication forthcoming, December 2019.
Invited Chapters
Fostering resilience, wellness and hope in the school library. (Anticipated publication Fall 2019). In Mardis, M.A. &
Oberg, D. (Eds.). Social Justice and Cultural Competency: Essential Readings for School Librarians.
The International Perspective, Volume 2. Santa Barbara, CA: Libraries Unlimited.
Evaluating effectiveness of teachers and school librarians. (2017). In Marcia Mardis (Ed.), Librarians and educators
collaborating for success: The international perspective. Santa Barbara, CA: International Association of School
Librarians.
Reference Sources and Services for Youth. (2013). In Cassell, K. and Uma Hiremath (Eds). Reference and Information
Services in the 21st Century: An Introduction, 3rd ed. Chicago, IL: Neil Schuman Publishers, ALA Editions.
Linking Audiovisuals with Multicultural Literature. (2010). In Smolen, L. and Oswald, R. (Eds).
Multicultural Literature and Response: Affirming Diverse Voices. Columbus, OH: Linworth Publishing.
Handbooks
Harper, M. Helping Those Who Hurt: an annotated bibliography for congregational libraries
serving teens and children. Church and Synagogue Library Association. March, 2013.
Electronic Portfolio Handbook for Practicum for School Library Students
Created August 2007; Revised May, 2011.
Contents include: Letter to Students, E-Portfolio Rubric, Checklist, and Standards Alignment with American Association of School Librarians and Ohio Department of Education Academic Content K-12 Library Guidelines.
Conference Proceedings
Harper, M. (2016). Designing an innovative school library environment to facilitate 21st century literacy skills.
International Association of School Librarians. August 2016. Tokyo, Japan.
Harper, M. 2013. “Other Ways of Knowing: How School Librarians Can Take a Leadership Role in Addressing
Multiliteracies Across the Curriculum in the School Library.” The Shifting Sands of School Librarianship –
Selected papers from the 41st annual conference of the International Association of School Librarianship, and
the Sixteenth International Forum on research in School Librarianship, Doha, Qatar, November 12 – 15, 2012.
ISBN: 978-1-890861-39-1.
Columnist
Reach for Reference. Editorial Board Reviewed. School Library Media Monthly. Article columns published October
2008, December 2008, February 2009, March 2009, June 2009, October 2009, December 2009, February 2010,
April 2010, and June 2010 issues.
Reference Column. Editorial Board Reviewed. Church and Synagogue Library Association: Congregational Libraries
Today. Article columns published September 2014, February 2015, August 2015, September 2015.
Guest Editor
Guest Editor
Small Changes: Bringing Vision to Reality Knowledge Quest 35(3), Jan./Feb. 2007.
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives
/kqwebarchives.cfm#smchanges
Invited Reviews
Charles Harmon. (Ed.) The Basics of Cataloging for the Media Specialist (Rowman, Littlefield and Brown) August,
2013
Library and Media Connection/American Reference Books Annual. Best of Reference Award: Best electronic
reference category. 2012.
Journal of Research in Childhood Education.
October, 2007.
Harmon, Charles. (Ed.) KidzCat: A how-to-do-it manual for cataloging children’s materials & instructional resources.
(Neal-Schuman Publishers, Inc.)
March 2007.
What Every Teacher Should Know About Libraries. (Corwin Press).
May 2005.
Highsmith Care and Repair Booklet Highsmith Library Supplies.
November 2005.
Invited Reviewer
2016-Present School Libraries Worldwide
2014-Present International Information and Library Review (ISSN: 1057-2317) Elsevier
Refereed
Harper, M. (2017). Helping students who hurt: Care based policies and practices for the school library. School
Libraries Worldwide, 23(1), 41-54.
Harper, M. (2016). Using literature to help students who hurt. Ohio Media Spectrum – Journal of
the Ohio Educational Library Media Association (OELMA), 68(1), 45-57.
Harper, M., & Deskins, L. (2015). Using action research to assess and advocate for innovative school library design.
Knowledge Quest, 44(2), 24-33.
Harper, M. (2015). Evaluating the collaborative efforts of school librarians and teachers. Ohio Media Spectrum –
Journal of the Ohio Educational Library Media Association (OELMA), 67(1), 23-30.
Harper, M. (2014). Collaboration of school and public libraries finding common ground with the common core to
serve students with special needs. Ohio Media Spectrum – Journal of the Ohio Educational Library Media
Association (OELMA), 66(1), 47-56.
Harper, M. (2013). Savvy school library design to facilitate 21st century literacy skills and the common core. Ohio
Media Spectrum – Journal of the Ohio Educational Library Media Association (OELMA), 65(1), 34-43.
Harper, M. & Schwelik, J. (2013). The school library challenge: Changing perceptions, creating supporters and gaining
advocates with library advisory committees. Knowledge Quest, 42(1), 24-28.
Harper, M. (2012). Evaluation in the school library as a key to advocacy. Ohio Media Spectrum – Journal of the Ohio
Educational Library Media Association (OELMA), 64(1), 15-22.
Harper, Meghan (2012). Awesome assessment tools for advocacy in the school library. Ohio Media Spectrum –
Journal of the Ohio Educational Library Media Association (OELMA), 64(1), 32-34.
Article Series:
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2011). Cataloging and labeling correlated resources: The final steps to the making
correlations series of aligning library resources to academic content standards. Knowledge Quest, 36(5).
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v36/365
/harperbaldini/makingcorrelations5.cfm
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2010). Making correlations: Budget allocation, advocating, and planning. Knowledge Quest,
36(5). http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v36/365
/harpercopy/newcopy4.cfm
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2010). Making correlations: Selection and acquisition of library. Knowledge Quest, 36(5).
http://www.ala.org.ala.mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v36/365/harpercopy
/partthree.cfm
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2008). “Correlating the collection to standards: Preparing the collection.” Knowledge Quest,
36(5). http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v36/365
/365harperbaldini.cfm
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2008). Making correlations. Knowledge Quest, 36(4). http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl
/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v36/364/354harper.cfm
Dees, D.M., Niesz, T., Harper, M., Emens, S., Zavota, G., Hovhannisyan, G., Tu, T., Kan, K. H. (2009). Shifting professional
identities: reflections on a faculty learning community experience. Learning Communities Journal, 1(2), 49-74.
Harper, M. and Holmes, J. (2007) The impact of ubiquitous computing on library facilities. Knowledge Quest, 35(3).
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v35/353
/353harperholmes.cfm
Harper, M. (2007). Bringing vision to reality. Knowledge Quest, 35(3) 12-13.
Harper, M. (2007). How physical design can influence copyright compliance. Knowledge Quest, 35(3), 30-32.
Copyright bibliography. Knowledge Quest. Jan/Feb 2007. http://www.ala.org/ala/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/kqweb
/kqweb.htm
Copyright extras: Bookmarks. Knowledge Quest. Jan/Feb 2007.
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v35/353
/HarperBookmarks1.pdf
Copyright extras: Notices and signs. Knowledge Quest. Jan/Feb 2007.
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/knowledgequest/kqwebarchives/v35/353
/HarperNotices1.pdf
Editorial Board Reviewed
Article Series:
Harper, M. (2013). An overview of RDA and FRBR (pronounced furr-burr). Implementing RDA in Congregational
Libraries series. Church & Synagogue Library Association Newsletter, 36(2).
Harper, M. (2010). "My favorite reference resource: Bring American history into focus with Sharpe online reference."
School Library Media Activities Monthly, 26(10), 34-36.
Harper, M. (2010.). My favorite reference resource: Explore the excellent xspaces in scholastic's expert space. School
Library Media Activities Monthly 26(8), 37-39.
Harper, M. (2010). "My favorite reference resource: Pop culture universe: icons, idols, ideas. School Library Media
Activities Monthly, 26(6), 36-38.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: Teen health and wellness: a rosen database. School Library Media
Activities Monthly, 26(4), 36-38.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: H.W. Wilson's non book materials core collection. School Library
Media Activities Monthly, 26(2), 35-37.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: A look at national geographic united states and world atlases.
School Library Media Activities Monthly, 25(10), 44-46.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: Explore and tap into multiple musical resources with oxford music
online. School Library Media Activities Monthly, 25(7), 46-48.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: Explore world book discover. School Library Media Activities
Monthly, 25(6), 46-47.
Harper, M. (2009). My favorite reference resource: Cash in on biography reference bank's multiple reference
resources. School Library Media Activities Monthly, 25(4), 47-48.
Harper, M. (2008). My favorite reference resource: access science for millennials, teachers, and library media
specialists. School Library Media Activities Monthly, 25(2), 45-46.
Harper, M. (2007). Designing quality library lesson plans. Library Media Connection, 26(3), 42-43.
Harper, M. (2007). Awesome audiovisuals. Congregational Libraries Today, July/August 1-5.
Grants
Research & Pedagogy Grants
Funded
2013 Office of Accreditation and Assessment with Dr. Frank Lambert.
“Development of a School-wide Professional Disposition Assessment, ($2,650).
2004 Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
Librarians for the 21st Century Program with Drs. Brodie and Byerly, ($486,621).
2004 College of Communication and Information, Kent State University
Online Course Proposal for Cataloging for School Library Media Specialists, ($4,000).
Collaborative Grants
2017 American Association of School Libraries, ABC-CLIO.($1750) and LSTA Grant ($4,622.00) “Preparing
Ohio’s School Library Media Specialists For Future Ready Leadership” in collaboration with Ohio
Educational Library Media Association, Northeast Ohio-Regional Library System and InFOhio.
Unfunded
2014 Martens, M., Harper, M., Burhanna, K., Harmon, K. and Baldini, M. “Media Mentors: Creating an Academy
at Kent State University’s School of Library and Information Science.” Knights News Challenge “The
Library of the Future Is . . .” Grant proposal to the Knights Foundation. ($474,105)
2012 Harper, M. and F. Lambert. “The Implications of FRBR and RDA on School Library Media Centers.”
Research study grant proposal for the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Grant proposal to the
National Leadership Grant ($50,000)
PRESENTATIONS
Poster Presentations
Harper, M. (2017, January). Assessment of Professional Dispositions of LIS Graduate Students. Association for Library
and Information Science Education 2017, Atlanta, GA.
Peer Reviewed Conference Presentations
International:
Harper, M. (2017, August). Care-based practices in the school library. International Association of School Librarians,
Long Beach, CA. (Research strand)
Harper, M. (2016, August). Designing an innovative school library environment to facilitate 21st century literacy skills.
International Association of School Librarians, Tokyo, Japan. (Research strand)
Harper, M. (2012, November). Other ways of knowing: How school librarians can take a leadership role in addressing
multiliteracy across the curriculum in the school library. International Association of School Librarians. Doha,
Qatar.
Accepted Proposals:
Harper, M. (2018, October). Trauma-informed libraries: Promoting hope, resiliency, and wellness. Ohio Library
Council. Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2018, October). Lending Hope in Times of Trauma: School Librarians Inspire!, Ohio Educational Library
Media Association Worthington, Ohio.
Invited:
Harper, M. (2017). Trauma informed school libraries: Promoting hope, resiliency and wellness. SPARRC Stark County
School Librarians Group (Keynote) Perry High School, Massillon, OH.
Harper, M. (2017, July). Helping Children who Hurt. Church and Synagogue Library Association Annual Conference.
Rochester, NY.
Harper, M. (2017, July). Managing the Church Library. Church and Synagogue Library Association Annual Conference,
Rochester, NY.
Harper, M. (2015, March). Advocating for Innovative Design with Action Research. OELMA Innovative Learning
Spaces Edu-Conference, Rootstown, OH.
Harper, M. (2014, July). Resources for Helping those that Hurt in Congregational Libraries. Church and Synagogue
Library Association Annual Conference, Lake Oswego, OR.
Harper, M. & Dutkiewicz, S. (2014, July). Applying RDA Standards in Congregational libraries: History, Highlights and
Hip Tips. Church and Synagogue Library Association Annual Conference, Lake Oswego, OR.
Harper, M. (2009, July). Catchy Cataloging Tips for Church Libraries. Church and Synagogue Library Association
Annual Conference, Canton, OH.
Presentations:
Harper, M. (2015, November). Advocate with action research. AASL 17th National Conference & Exhibition, Columbus,
OH.
Harper, M. (2014, June). Confronting tragedy: Explaining the unimaginable, and unthinkable through picture books.
The Center for the Study of Information and Religion 4th Annual Conference on Information and Religion, Kent
State University, Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, April). Multi-literacies across the curriculum. Virginia Hamilton Multicultural Literature Annual
Conference, Kent State University, Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2008, April). Making magnificent connections with multicultural audiovisuals. Virginia Hamilton
Multicultural Literature Annual Conference, Kent, OH.
Dees, D.M., Niesz, T., Harper, M. Emens, S., Zavota, G., Hovhannisyan, G., Tu, T., Kan, K. H. (2006, March). Mirrors of
practice: An exploration of self-reflective techniques in teaching. Lilly Conference of College and University
Teaching, Pomona, CA.
State:
Presentations:
Invited:
Harper, M. (2018, August). Lending Hope: Promoting Resilience and Wellness in the Library. Opioids in Communities:
Libraries in Response. State Library of Ohio, Ohio Regional Library Systems and OhioNET. Gallipolis, OH; Dayton,
OH; Findlay, OH; and Twinsburg, OH.
Harper, M. (2018, October). Trauma-informed libraries: Promoting hope, resiliency, and wellness. Ohio Library
Council. Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2018, October). Lending Hope in Times of Trauma: School Librarians Inspire! Ohio Educational Library
Media Association. Worthington, OH.
Harper, M. (2016, October). Helping students who hurt in the school library. Ohio Educational Library Media
Association. Columbus, OH.
Harper, M & Baldini, M. (2016, October). Pop up the learning! Ohio Educational Library Media Association. October
2016. Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2018, November). Trauma-Informed School Libraries: Promoting Hope, Resilience, and Wellness in the
School Library Responding to Opioids and Trauma in the Community. NEONET, Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
Harper, M. Keynote Speaker. (2015, March). Helping those who hurt: Resources for adults who work with children in
congregational libraries. Annual Spring Event conference, NEO-Church and Synagogue Library Association,
Massillon, OH.
Harper, M. Keynote Speaker. (2014, March). Implementing RDA in church and synagogue libraries: Theory to
practice. Annual Spring Event conference, NEO-Church and Synagogue Library Association, Chesterland, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, October). Showcasing connections and competencies with action research in the school library.
(Pre-conference) Ohio Educational Library Media Association Annual Conference, Sandusky, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, February). How your school librarian can support multiliteracies across the curriculum. Ohio
Educational Technology Conference. Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, February). Citizenship, Common Core & Children’s Choice Awards: Using Buckeye Book Award
winners in education. Ohio Educational Technology Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, January). Savvy school library design to facilitate 21st century literacy skills and the Common Core.
Ohio Educational Library Media Association NEO-Regional professional development workshop. Kent State
University, Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, March). Building assessment to gather evidence of student growth K-5. Ohio Educational Library
Media Association Midwinter Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2012, July). The Future of libraries. Educational Seminar Series: The Written Word. Lakeside, OH.
Harper, M. and Deskins, L. (2012, October). Connecting Buckeye Children’s Book Awards to the Common Core. Ohio
Educational Library Media Association Annual Conference. Sandusky, OH.
Harper, M. (2012, July). The Library as place: Serving children of today and tomorrow. Educational Seminar Series: The
Written Word. July 2012. Lakeside, OH.
Harper, M. (2012, July). Bringing history into focus while exploring 21st century literacy skills. Northeast Ohio Regional
Library Systems, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio.
Harper, M. (2012, February). Ohio E-Tech, Becoming a school librarian. Ohio eTech Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2011, October). Red hot reference resources. Ohio Educational Library Media Association Annual
Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2011, October). Connecting multicultural literature to 21st century student learning. Ohio Educational
Library Media Association Annual Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2011, July). Reference resources for children & teens. Northeast Ohio Regional Library System Tenth
Annual Summer Library Symposium.
Harper, M. (2011, April). Keep the seeds, ditch the weeds: Cultivating your church library garden with weeding.
Northeast Ohio Chapter Church and Synagogue Library Association Annual Spring Conference, Greenford, OH.
Harper, M. (2008, October). Connecting to academic content standards with audiovisuals. Ohio Educational Library
Media Association Annual Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M and Baldini, M. (2008, October). Two heads are better than one: Professional writing partnerships. Ohio
Educational Library Media Association Annual Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2008, August). Red hot reference resources meeting academic content standards. School Library
Symposium Northeast Ohio Regional Library System, Kent State University, Kent, OH.
Harper, M. & Baldini, M. (2007, October). Red hot reference resources. Ohio Educational Library Media Association.
Dayton, OH.
Harper, M. (2007, October). Awesome audiovisuals and information literacy. Ohio Educational Library Media
Association. Dayton, OH.
Harper, M. (2007, April). Audiovisual resources in bloom: Selection of children’s audiovisual materials in the
congregational library. Church and Synagogue Library Association Conference, Willoughby, OH.
Harper, M. (2006, October). Ravishing reference resources update 2006. Ohio Educational Library Media Association,
Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2006, October). Catchy cataloging! Tips for enhancing collection visibility and access. Ohio Educational
Library Media Association, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2006, September). Getting an MLIS and K-12 School Library Media Licensure at Kent State University.
Correctional Education Association Annual Conference, Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2005, October). Ravishing reference resources update 2005. Ohio Educational Library Media Association,
Columbus, OH.
Local:
Presentations:
Invited:
Harper, M. (2019, July 29). Libraries lending hope: How libraries can respond to the opioid crisis. Ohio Library
Support Staff Institute Conference (OLSSI), Tiffin, OH.
Harper, M. (2019, May 17). Libraries lending hope: Trauma-informed service. Ohio Health Sciences Library
Association's Spring Meeting (OhioNET), Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2018, February). Trauma-informed school libraries: Promoting hope, resilience, and wellness in the school
library. Stark/Portage Area Computer Consortium (SPARRC), Perry, OH.
Harper, M. (2015, November). Focus on Kent State University: The School of Library and Information Science.
Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Cleveland, OH.
Harper, M. (2014, May). United Methodist reading and library mission projects. United Methodist Church of Kent.
Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2014, February). Facility design for the 21st century. Stow Public Libraries. Stow, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, May). Library connections. United Methodist Church of Kent. Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2013, April). An overview of Resource Description and Access (RDA) in libraries: Theory to practice.
Northeast Ohio Church and Synagogue Library Association. Canton, OH.
Harper, M. (2012, May & June). Planning your course from syllabus to assessments. Kent State University School of
Library and Information Science Annual Part-Time Faculty Orientation. Kent & Columbus, OH.
Harper, M. (2011, September). Developing the church library collection. Northeast Ohio Church and Synagogue
Library Association. Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2011, August). Designing a learner-centered syllabus. Part-Time Faculty Syllabi Development.
Harper, M. (2005, January). The future of school libraries and its impact on school library programming and design.
St. Martin de Porres High School Library Committee Meeting. Cleveland, OH.
Harper, M. (2004, November). Marketing the library in tough budget times and trends in school librarianship.
Librarians and Media Personnel of Portage County (LAMP). Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2002, November). Developing a “Friends” web page. Friends of the Portage Lakes Branch Library
Meeting. Akron, OH.
Pre-Kent State University:
Harper, M. (2001, August). Censorship and selection policies (a.k.a., What do we do about Harry Potter?). Wooster
City Schools Administrative Personnel Fall Retreat, Wooster, OH.
Harper, M. (2000, November). Evaluation and school library personnel. Wooster City Schools Administrative
Personnel, Wooster, OH.
Harper, M. (2000). The Four P's of copyright. Wooster City Schools Administrative Personnel, Wooster, OH.
Harper, M. (1999, September). Preparing for Y2K. Wooster City Schools Board of Education Meeting, Wooster, OH.
Workshops:
Online:
Harper, M. (2011). Reference Resources Update. School of Library and Information Science, Kent State University.
Harper, M. (2011). Cataloging nonprint & AV materials. School of Library and Information Science, Kent State
University.
Direct:
Harper, M. (1997 June). Technology assessment. Stark County Technology Grant Workshop, Alliance, OH.
Harper, M. (1995, June). Authentic assessment and technology. University of Akron Summer Workshop, College of
Business and Technology. Akron, OH.
Harper, M. (1995, June). The building blocks of block scheduling. University of Akron Summer Workshop, College of
Business and Technology, Akron, OH.
Harper, M. (1995, March). Block scheduling. Walsh Jesuit High School Teacher Development Workshop, Hudson, OH.
Developed:
Harper, M. (2006, May). Cataloging Non-Print and AV Children's Materials. Developed for the School of Library and
Information Science, Kent State University. Converted to online format Summer, 2011.
Harper, M. (2006, April). Marketing Your School Library in Tough Budgeting Times. Developed for the School of
Library and Information Science, Kent State University.
Harper, M. (2005, December). Reference Sources for Children Update. Developed for the School of Library and
Information Science, Kent State University. Converted to online format Summer, 2011.
COLLOQUIA & LECTURES
Kent State University Colloquia & Lectures
Harper, M. (2016, January). The Newbery Award for Western Reserve Academy at Kent State University, Marantz
Picturebook Collection.
Dees, D., Emens, S., Harper, M., Hovhannisyan, G., Kan, K., Tu, T., and Zavota, G. (2006, November). Mirrors of Practice:
An Exploration of Self-Reflective Techniques in Teaching. University Teaching Council, Kent State University, Kent,
OH.
Harper, M. (2006, April). Developing an Electronic Portfolio. Teaching Scholars, Kent State University, Kent, OH.
Harper, M. (2004, March). Distance Learning Education. Literature Review SLIS Faculty. Kent State University, Kent,
OH.
Webinar
Harper, M. (2019, May 21). Providing Information Literacy Skills for Youth through Reference Services. SWON Libraries
Consortium.
Harper, M. (2019, March 14). Libraries Lending Hope: Trauma-Informed Service. OhioNET.
Harper, M. (2011, June 29). K-12 School Library Online Open House. School of Library and Information Science, Kent
State University, Kent, OH.
Guest Speaker
Harper, M. (2006, November). What Is Happening at Kent State University School of Library and Information
Science? Lakeshore Northeast Ohio Computer Association Librarians Meeting, Parma, OH.
Curriculum and Instruction
Technology Teacher Leader Staff Development Program.
Wooster City Schools, 1998 – 2001.
Developed and Implemented an Elementary Library Course of Study.
Wooster City Schools, Spring 2001.
Facilitated and Chaired the Development of Kindergarten Course of Study, Design and Implementation of a New Report Card.
Wooster City Schools, Summer 2000.
Coordinated Technology Fair.
Coventry High School, Spring 1997.
Served on the core instructional planning and transition team for the new high school.
Coventry High School: North Campus Coventry Local Schools, 1994 – 1995.
Panelist
In Search of Wonder: Common Core and More. In Search of Wonder. October, 2014. Perry, Ohio.
Preparing for Y2K. First Merit Y2K Public Forum. April 1999, Wooster, Ohio.
Automation Projects
Implemented training system for all employees. Wooster City Schools. 1997 – 1998.
Managed implementation of the Multilis automation system for nine libraries with central cataloging and management of library collections.
Managed implementation of the Follett system. Coventry Local Schools. 1993 – 1994.
Implemented all aspects of retrospective conversion, barcoding, policy setup and training of library staff for middle and high school libraries.
Facility Renovations
Designed, implemented and managed reconstruction of a library as well as supervising and managing preservation and conservation of library materials following an arson fire.
Wayne Elementary School, Wooster City Schools, Spring 1998.
Designed and managed the renovation of a high school library.
Coventry Local Schools, 1994 – 1995.
Participated in the renovation of an existing middle school library.
Coventry Local Schools, 1993 – 1994.
Technology Management
Designed and managed implementation of district-wide fiber network upgrade and installation of ATM and IP WAN.
Wooster City Schools, 2000-2001.
Designed and managed implementation of wiring upgrade and wireless technology as well as new construction wiring. Wooster City Schools Edgewood Middle School, 2000 – 2001.
SERVICE
Grants
Community Grants
2002 Kiwanis and Friends of the Portage Lakes Branch Library, "Books for Kindergartners: The Ladybug
Project,” ($3,000)
2001 Wooster City Schools Foundation
Presented “Total Cost of Technology Ownership for Wooster City Schools 2001- 2002 Budgeting,” at a
Public Forum resulting in the allocation of $275,000 for technology expenditures from district grants.
Local
Reinberger Children’s Library Center
Cataloging Policy Manual: Created 2005 (Updated Summer 2007)
Collection Analysis (Fall 2007)
Collection Inventory (Spring 2006)
External Service
Judge “Best in Reference Awards”
Library Media Connection and American Reference Books Annual. Spring 2014; Spring 2013
Judge “Letters about Literature Contest” Statewide Contest for Ohio students. Spring 2010
Summit County Sheriff’s Citizen’s Academy Program (16 weeks). October 2007- January 2008
Church and Synagogue Library Association Conference 2005 – Present
Library Committee First United Methodist Church of Kent 2004 – Present
Akron Summit County Public Library Friends Council 2001 - Present
Portage Lake Friends Group Akron Summit County Public Library 2000 - Present