Emily K. Dunsker-Dupree, Ph.D. Library Information Science Professional

adxg36@r.postjobfree.com www.linkedin.com/in/emmy-dunsker-162abb18 http:// www.infogopher.org https://www.screencast.com/t/1FEkXraeCzQ 404-***-**** Valdosta, GA 31602 Achievement-oriented change agent with demonstrated expertise in crafting instructional design programs for an online learning environment. Innovative and resourceful educator poised to implement a diverse background in library science, information management, and curricula planning to foster an environment that enhances collaboration and learning. Areas of Expertise include:

• Information Management and

Organization

• Library Project Management • Database input and management, i.e. cataloging

• Digital Information Literacy • Proficient use of Content/Learning Management Systems

• Presentation skills: oral, print, and

digital training for users of

information resources

• Creativity & Innovation • Relationship Building & Collaboration • Instructional Design Professional Experience

Consultant with Prairie Quest Works Lead Librarian for 12-month contract with SERO- Southern Regional Office of the National Park System. PQC Works supports U.S. federal offices for branches of the armed services, FEMA, FDA, & DHA. SERO- Librarian-Southern Regional Library Office for the National Park System, Atlanta, GA 2019-2020 LEAD LIBRARIAN AND PROJECT MANAGER

PQC was awarded a grant for reorganization of the library that had been left unmanaged for over nine years. A contract included physical rearrangement of space, weeding (now over 3,000 items), creating an organizational system for southeast section of the Cultural Resource Division of the National Park System and National Historic Landmark reports, serials, and general reference books. This project requires cataloging several thousand bibliographic records under Library of Congress point of access catalog standards,

Key Accomplishments:

● Spearheaded a weeding and restructuring initiative to enhance the library’s collection for optimal patron use.

● Collaborated with Division Chief of Museum Curation and History, internal Museum Curators, keeping in mind the needs of Landscape Architects, Historic Architects, Historians, and Archivists for culling materials, and creating finding aids for park reports.

● Composition of a library use policy, creation of self-managed circulation system

● Maintained status reports in visual and written formats

● Collaborated and supervised library cataloging librarian so that both of us were able to catalog a vast array of print materials Torah Day School of Atlanta Atlanta, Georgia SY 2018 to 2019 A private, Torah-focused educational institution serving students in grades K-8. MEDIA COORDINATOR/TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST

Collaborate with teachers on aspects of lesson planning and project objectives to plan both digital and print material curricula using digital storyboards, multimedia projects, bibliographic instruction, book groups, and storytelling. Key Accomplishments:

● Spearheaded a weeding and restructuring initiative to enhance the library’s collection for optimal student use.

● Implemented a blog for the library and advocated for access to the Georgia Public Broadcasting’s Discovery Learning Portal. Serve as a professional development source to navigate various resources in the Discovery Learning Portal.

● Reorganized the physical location for adult and children materials; received praise from members of the community.

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The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System Atlanta, Georgia April 2015 – August 2018 A network of 34 public library branches serving the City of Atlanta and Fulton County. NORTHSIDE BRANCH YOUTH LIBRARIAN

Enhanced the library’s collection of youth materials and coordinated the summer program to enhance literacy. Key Accomplishments:

● Developed a Camtasia tutorial for accessing digital resources, including Novelist, OverDrive, World Book Online, Tumbleooks, and Scholastic Bookflix.

● Coordinated Collaborative Summer Reading Program.

● Conducted structured literary programs for children and educated parents on youth resources, digital and print. Georgia Perimeter College (now Georgia State University) Atlanta, Georgia Month 2007 to November 2016 An information center serving the 50,000+ student population of Georgia State University. BIBLIOGRAPHIC INSTRUCTOR AND REFERENCE LIBRARIAN

Provided instruction on creating bibliographies while guiding users through research and database best practices. Key Accomplishments:

● Participated in the initiation of an online chat forum offering remote reference services.

● Taught beginning Academic Computing research component courses. Dunleith Elementary School Marietta, Georgia August 2013 – December 2014 A literacy academy educating approximately 600 students in grades K-5. SCHOOL MEDIA SPECIALIST

Oversaw an inventory analysis plan while adding proprietary databases and managing the library collection committee. Supervised the use of three carts of iPads, a yearly budget, and a library paraprofessional assistant. Facilitated a School Governance Team Grant of $15,000 to purchase 10 iMac computers. Reconstructed the library’s physical space after a major overhaul and reorganization plan.

Chamblee Middle School Atlanta, Georgia August 2000 to July 2013 High-achieving middle school in the DeKalb County School District educating approximately 800 students in grades 6-8. SCHOOL MEDIA SPECIALIST

Planned and administered library services for students and faculty while implementing technology integration. Key Accomplishments:

● Managed two opening day collections as the school moved to new facility. Tracked purchases of $22,000 and $11,000 over a two-year period.

● Served on Leadership Team Board for the school’s STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Robotics Lab with a grant of $17,000.

● Invited to a Technology Production Club to visit Turner Broadcasting with a team of students for a full day of hands-on workshops and practice behind the cameras

Research Accomplishments

Development and Validation of a Systemically Designed Unit for Online Information Literacy and its Effect on Student Performance for Internet Search Training (2005):

● Performed a study that explored three areas: the effects of textbook content conversion to web-based instruction; students’ perceptions of material that allowed for higher levels of learner control as compared to a more structured instructional model; and the design process as used to convert print material to web-based instruction. Emily K Dunsker-Dupree, Ph.d. Page 3 of 3

● Concluded that provision of high learner control to high ability students proved sufficient for mastery of online course content indicating that educators should consider learner characteristics, validity of testing instruments, navigation, elaboration, and practical considerations when converting print materials to online delivery. Education & Training

Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction, Cognate Area Instructional Design UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA Tampa, Florida

Master of Art in Library Science (ALA Accredited)

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA Tampa, Florida

Master of Education

XAVIER UNIVERSITY Cincinnati, Ohio

Bachelor of Music

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI, COLLEGE-CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC Cincinnati, Ohio Certifications/Endorsements

Certification Supervision and Leadership, John Hopkins and ISTE Leadership Cohort Instructional Technology Certification, University of West Georgia Awards & Memberships

Beta Phi Mu National Library Graduate Leadership Honorary Phi Kappa Phi Graduate School Honorary Discovery Education Network STAR Educator (2009 - Present) Apple Innovation Award National Library Leadership Award

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