march17_b.indd C&RL News March 2017 168 Wendi Kaspar is C&RL editor and policy sciences librarian at the Texas A&M University Policy Sciences and Economics Library, email: warant@library.tamu.edu The March issue of College & Research Li- braries sees the continuation of the guest editorial series exploring evolving models of peer review. This issue’s editorial is particu- larly timely given the public discourse and attention being paid to “fake news” in the wake of the recent election season. We are not going to address the varying definitions of fake news that come from different par- ties or individuals, or to explore the motiva- tion of news outlets, social media venues, or personalities. The recent and overwhelming attention to this issue does, however, under- score the importance that the public places on having information that they trust, based on objective evidence that provides a tem- pered perspective. The guest editorials explore this topic within a more academic context, examin- ing research and scholarship derived from data, an area of growing priority in higher education. They also provide a nicely bal- anced approach, one with a more conceptual and strategic perspective of the validity and evaluation of data and methodology and one that addresses a best practice, setting the standard for peer review of data-driven research. Libraries have an opportunity to engage and help researchers set standards for data-appropriate and effective data collection, analysis and publication: first, through engag- ing in the education mission of institutions to instill ethical practices concerning data, and information more broadly, to students; and second, by collaborating with researchers to advocate transparency of the editorial review process (while maintaining the objectivity of blind review) and maintaining rigor in scholarly publications. Morten Wendelbo, a faculty colleague fo- cused on teaching data literacy and research methods, provides a broad discussion of data, C & R L S p o t l i g h tWendi Kaspar ethical considerations, and the methods that go into rigorous research as well as some cau- tionary tales about how it can be manipulated to make a specific case. Nils Petter Gleditsch, Raghnlid Nordas, and Henrik Urdal from the Peace Research Institute OSLO discuss the standards and process for peer reviewing data-driven research for the Journal of Peace Research (JPR). JPR is the prototype for best practice in reviewing data-driven disciplinary scholarship, including the methodology and the data upon which the results and conclu- sions are derived. The articles in the regular March issue also underscore that connection between the rigor of research methods and the importance of library instruction. • Marci D. Brandenburg, Sigrid Anderson Cordell, Justin Joque, Mark P. MacEachern, and Jean Song. “Interdisciplinary Collabora- tion: Librarian Involvement in Grant Projects.” Abstract: Librarians are excellent research collaborators, although librarian participation is not usually considered, thereby making ac- cess to research funds difficult. The University of Michigan Library became involved in the university’s novel funding program, MCubed, which supported innovative interdisciplinary research on campus, primarily by funding student assistants to work on research proj- ects. This article discusses three different MCubed projects that all benefited from librarian involvement. These projects spanned across many areas from translational research to systematic reviews to digital humanities. Librarian roles ranged from mentoring and project management to literature searching. • Gayle Schaub, Cara Cadena, Patricia Bravender, and Christopher Kierkus. “The Language of Information Literacy: Do Stu- dents Understand?” Abstract: To effectively access and use the resources of the academic library and to become information-literate, students must understand the language of information literacy. This study analyzes undergraduate students’ understanding of 14 March 2017 169 C&RL News commonly used information-literacy terms. It was found that some of the terms least under- stood by students are those most frequently found in faculty-created research assignments and syllabi and that are used by librarians during library instruction. It is recommended that librarians work with faculty to make them aware of students’ lack of understanding of information literacy terms and that librarians also reinforce their meaning during library instruction and in one-on-one consultations. • Carrie Forbes, Gina Schlesselman-Taran- go, and Peggy Keeran. “Expanding Support for Graduate Students: Library Workshops on Research Funding Opportunities.” Abstract: This case study describes the development, implementation, and assessment of a series of grants research workshops for graduate stu- dents, which were implemented to fi ll a gap in graduate student support. We assessed the workshops through a series of focus groups, and fi ndings show overall satisfaction with the grants tools and workshop. However, participants noted areas of improvement around outreach and promotion and general communication with graduate students. Ad- ditional themes emerged related to graduate student socialization and research behaviors, which suggests that librarians have an impor- tant role to serve in these areas. • Shailoo Bedi and Christine Walde. “Transforming Roles: Canadian Academic Librarians Embedded in Faculty Research Projects.” Abstract: Academic librarians have always played an important role in providing research services and research-skills devel- opment to faculty in higher education. But that role is evolving to include the academic librarian as a unique and necessary research partner, practitioner, and participant in col- laborative, grant-funded research projects. This article describes how a selected sample of Canadian academic librarians became embedded in faculty research projects and describes their experiences of participating in research teams. Conducted as a series of semistructured interviews, this qualitative study illustrates the emerging opportunities and challenges of the librarian-researcher role and how it is transforming the Canadian university library. • Amanda B. Click, Claire Walker Wiley, CFP: Evolving Models of Peer Review (Monograph collection to be published by ACRL in 2018) With emerging environments in schol- arly communication and initiatives, such as open access impacting research activity and venues, the process of peer review plays a critical role in assessing value and quality. However, it is necessary for models of peer review to align with new scholarly efforts and formats, maintaining the validation by experts but demonstrating the fl exibility needed for emerging research. We invite submissions of papers examin- ing best practices and innovative models in peer review for inclusion in a monograph collection. While studies within the fi eld of librarianship are preferred, compelling and original cases outside of the discipline will be considered (i.e., Journal of Peace Research’s process for peer review of data). Submissions should focus on specifi c cases, applications of models, or best practices. Note the scope of the guest editorials: simi- larly innovative venues, formats, or subjects of review are encouraged. Deadlines (extended) • March 30, 2017—Submission of pro- posed paper topic, 300-to-400 words. • August 30, 2017—Submission of fi nal papers. Please use the Instructions for Au- thors from College & Research Libraries. Inquiries and submissions may be made to Wendi Arant Kaspar at warant@tamu. edu with the subject line: Peer Review Collection. C&RL News March 2017 170 and Meggan Houlihan. “The Internation- alization of the Academic Library: A Sys- tematic Review of 25 Years of Literature on International Students.” Abstract: This study is a systematic review of the library and in- formation science (LIS) literature related to international students and academic libraries. A systematic review involves the methodical collection and analysis of a body of litera- ture and is growing in popularity in the LIS fi eld. Three well-known LIS databases were systematically searched for articles related to the topic, and manual bibliography searches were conducted to fi nd additional publica- tions. Journal articles, book chapters, and conference papers were included or excluded based on established criteria. Findings show that articles published about international stu- dents and academic libraries have increased steadily between 1990 and 2014. The majority of authors are affi liated with universities and institutions in the United States, although an increase in represented countries is apparent. Fewer than half of the articles can be consid- ered original research, and surveys are the most popular method for data collection. The LIS fi eld—and international students—would benefi t from further exploration of this topic, particularly from original research with practi- cal implications. • Crystal Boyce. “Measuring Perceptual (In)Congruence between Information Service Providers and Users.” Abstract: Library quality is no longer evaluated solely on the value of its collections, as user perceptions of service quality play an increasingly important role in defi ning overall library value. This paper presents a retooling of the LibQUAL+ survey instrument, blending the gap measurement model with perceptual congruence model studies from information systems manage- ment research. The new survey instrument redefi nes service desk assessment by taking into consideration the perspectives of both service users and of service providers, to help service providers gain a more robust sense of service quality. • Michael C. Goates, Gregory M. Nelson, and Megan Frost. “Search Strategy Devel- opment in a Flipped Library Classroom: A Student-Focused Assessment.” Abstract: Librarians at Brigham Young University com- pared search statement development between traditional lecture and fl ipped instruction sessions. Students in lecture sessions scored signifi cantly higher on developing search statements than those in fl ipped sessions. However, student evaluations show a strong preference for pedagogies that incorporate elements from both lecture and flipped methodologies. Reasons for lower fl ipped- session scores may include a lack of student accountability, strong preference for a live demonstration, and disconnections between online tutorial content and in-class collab- orative activities. Librarians using a fl ipped classroom should consider ways to help stu- dents make meaningful connections between online tutorials and in-class activities. Recent C&RL Preprints The following manuscripts have recently been accepted for future publication in College & Research Libraries and are freely available on the journal website. Heidi Julien, Melissa Gross, and Don Latham. “Survey of Information Literacy Instructional Practices in U.S. Academic Libraries.” Li Zhang. “Analyzing Citation and Research Collaboration Characteristics of Faculty in Aerospace, Civil and Environmental, Electrical and Computer, and Mechanical Engineering.” Elizabeth Price. “Should We Yak Back? Information Seeking among Yik Yak Users on a University Campus.” Trenia Napier, Jill Parrott, Erin Presley, and Leslie Valley. “A Collaborative, Trilateral Approach to Bridging the Information Literacy Gap in Student Writing.”