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Ann Byrne

@the-librariann.bsky.social
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Digital librarian at Hibernia College. Also a proud parent, psychotherapist, movie lover, bibliophile, melomaniac, stargazer, and magic seeker.

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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Delighted to share that the paper I co-wrote with my colleague Irene O'Dowd has been published in issue 1 of the HSLG's brand new peer-reviewed journal, HSLJ: journals.ucc.ie/index.php/hs...
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Health Sciences Libraries Journal
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Jenny O'Neill (HEANet) outlines the development of a European Open Science Cloud (EOSC) Federation national node for Ireland (EOSC Ireland) - a really important step for the Irish academic community! #CONUL25
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Richard Madden discussing UCC's Digital & Information literacy framework. Lots of food for thought, especially in light of the phase 2 development of our Digital Literacy OER at Hibernia College #CONUL25
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Excellent keynote from Richard Ovenden yesterday at #CONUL25 Looking forward to today's diverse range of talks again today.
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
‘Be Online Smart’ - An excellent initiative by the European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO) running from 12-30 May edmo.eu/beonlinesmar...
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
For the #LIRseminar2025 Starter Pack provided by Ned Potter: go.bsky.app/E3yZ4Hs
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Having a fantastic day of learning & sharing at the LIR annual seminar, including lots of great insights into bedt use of social media (incl. Bluesky) from @nedpotter.bsky.social thanks LIR! @lirheanet.bsky.social
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
The LIR Annual Seminar 2025 is underway! Join us at the HEA Offices or online as we explore "Engagement in the Digital Era" from communities of practice to social media's evolving role. Gorgeous in-person views on this beautiful day! #LIRSeminar2025
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
"Communities of Practice turn conversations into collaboration, problem solving and innovation" Daniela Bultoc delivers a fantastic keynote today at the LIR Annual Seminar 2025! #LIRSeminar2025
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Valuable insights from Jenny O'Neill of HEAnet as she shares the lessons learned when developing the RESIN Community of Practice. #LIRSeminar2025
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Cillian Joy speaks about connecting the network to a National strategic goal, when building a sustainable and effective Open Repository Network in Ireland. #LIRSeminar2025
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Great insights from Ronan Cox on building a Libkey Community of Practice at DCU - practical, relevant, and full of takeaways! #LIRSeminar2025
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
We are delighted to invite you to the LIR Annual Seminar, “Engagement in the Digital Era: Building Communities of Practice and Social Media Communities”. It is taking place on Wed 30th April from 10.30-3.30. Book an in-person or online seat here: lirgroup.heanet.ie/index.php/li... #LIRseminar2025
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
So excited to hear about this AI Literacy OER from Kirsteen Walters of SETU. Interested to consider how we might draw upon this OER to inform the next phase of development of our own Digital Literacy OER at Hibernia College @aslibraries.bsky.social
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Amy Bond of Bord Bia discussed the value of building connections with client companies to provide quality market insight reports. Really interesting insight into a special library's practice @aslibraries.bsky.social
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Claire Mason shared findings from her excellent research on academic library supports for student well-being @aslibraries.bsky.social
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Wonderful 2nd keynote of the day from Claire McGuinness highlighting the disruptive impact of 'agitators' on library staff and library practice with regard to LGBTQ+ resources. Hugely important & timely research @ucdischool.bsky.social @aslibraries.bsky.social
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Excellent posters at A&SL Conference from. UCC library @ucclibrary.bsky.social and MIE Library @aslibraries.bsky.social
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Really fabulous way of engaging students in library induction by turming it into a fun, interative murder mystery! The high levels of engagement show that it works. Jorden McMenamin &  Mark Mulholland, ATU @aslibraries.bsky.social
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Fantastic keynote 'How kindness tranforms libraries and communities', Helen Rimmer. The benefits of kindness in the workplace @aslibraries.bsky.social
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Lovely to be here in the beautiful setting of @molimuseum.bsky.social for the A&SL Libraries conference @aslibraries.bsky.social
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
We are delighted to announce our annual seminar taking place on the 30th of April. Make sure to save the date!
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
The slides and recording from my IASC repository presentation at the LAI OSG webinar (March 7th) can now be accessed (believe it or not) on IASC! iasc.hiberniacollege.com/handle/20.50...
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Developing an Institutional Repository: The IASC experience
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
I am really looking forward to presenting at the LAI Open Scholarship Group webinar this morning "Unlocking Knowledge Through Open Access". I will be discussing Hibernia College's institutional repository #openaccess #openscholarship
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Wishing everyone a Happy World Book Day! We are delighted to launch The Library Lounge page on our student VLE, a relaxing space for library users to peruse our fiction collections, explore library exhibitions, enjoy daily puzzles and much more #WorldBookDay
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
It was great to have the opportunity to share at today's HSLG Conference on work with my colleague Irene O'Dowd to support Nursing students in academic poster design #HSLG
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
"CPD needs for librarians in ICT engagement" , Mingli Gong, excellent research from a recent LIS graduate #HSLG
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Aoife Lawton shares some good news for librarians #HSLG Conference 2025
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Really exciting to hear about the new HSLG open access journal, what a fantastic opportunity for Irish librarians to share their research and experiences in practice 👏 #HSLG
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Sue Lacey Bryant, keynote speaker HSLG Conference 2025 Future workforce- "How can we add value beyond what can be automated?" #HSLG @healthlibraries.bsky.social
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Looking forward to a day of learning and sharing at the annual LAI HSLG conference #hslg
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A&SL @aslibraries.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
Our AGM is only a week away! Register for your free today so you don't miss out on this brilliant talk from @nlireland.bsky.social's Nora Thornton and Joanne Carroll
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John Scalzi @scalzi.com · 29/01/2025
OpenAI right now
Scene from The Princess Bride where Vizzinni says "You're trying to kidnap what I've rightfully stolen"
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Ned Potter @nedpotter.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Yesterday I published the Library Guide to Bluesky. It's aimed at libraries who are new to the platform, or thinking of joining - but most of it would also apply equally to other cultural organisations. It contains 13 tips, divided into Big Picture and Details, and I really hope it's useful!
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The Library Guide to Bluesky — Ned Potter
A guide for libraries and cultural organisations getting started on Bluesky, he platform emerging as a genuine Twitter replacement for many institutions.
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
We are delighted to share the recording details from our recent seminar on Digital Preservation, available now from our youtube channel youtu.be/ONGXbEv5xRY?... #DigitalPreservation
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Next up we have Kieran O’Leary, Digital Repository Services Manager @nlireland.bsky.social , who will explore the development of the NLI’s Digital preservation policy #LIRDigitalPreservation
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
The building blocks and stages of a digitisation project, Anja Mahler, RTE Archives #LIRDigitalPreservation
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Last, but certainly not least, is Anja Mahler, Senior Archivist for sound at RTE Archives, who will discuss RTE’s commitment to excellence in archival practices and her role in digitising RTE’s extensive audio collection #LIRDigitalPreservation
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Jenny O'Neill of HEAnet, leads a discussion on digital preservation with our speakers #LIRDigitalPreservation
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
A useful overview for starting a preservation program, Niamh Murphy @ucdlibrary.bsky.social #LIRDigitalPreservation
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Leona Fearon, Digital Preservation Analyst @nlireland.bsky.social , continues exploring the NLI Digital Preservation Policy in terms of its impact on organisational change and digital preservation practices within the NLI #LIRDigitialPreservation
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LIR Asiera @lirheanet.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Kicking off our seminar is Niamh Murphy, Digital Preservation Librarian @UCDLibrary, providing a comprehensive introduction to digital library preservation #LIRDigitalPreservation
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Lightening talks at #MLIConf24, embedding media literacy in communities: its everyone's responsibility
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Great breakout discussions on the future of media literacy at #MLICon24
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Really engaging panel discussion at #MLIConf24 Ollie Irwin, Google, asked a provocative question: Is the biggest risk with AI that we don't capitalise on a complete breakthrough in educational technology?
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Excellent keynote by Dr. Leo Pekkala at #MLICon24 'why don't HEIs see the importance of media literacy'
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Great to be at #MLIConf24 today with my colleagues Emberly Davey and Irene O'Dowd, demonstrating our digital literacy OER tinyurl.com/yvrz4nay #BeMediaSmart #StopThinkCheck #MLIConf24
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Ann Byrne @the-librariann.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
We are delighted to celebrate Library Ireland Week this week at Hibernia College with a creative competition, virtual treasure hunt, and an online exhibition #LIW24
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