Xiaotian Chen's Curriculum Vitae
Education
- 1997, MLS (Master of Library & Information
Science, ALA
Accredited), The University of Oklahoma.
- 1995, MA of Political Science/International
Affairs, University of Central Oklahoma
(with honors, 4.0/4.0 GPA).
- 1992, Diploma of Graduate Study, Applied
Linguistics (language learning & teaching), Nanjing University.
- 1986, BA of English, Nanjing University.
Honors, Awards, and Professional Highlights
Experience
- 1/2002--- Bradley
University Library, Peoria, Illinois. Electronic Services Librarian, Associate Professor (June 2007---); Assistant Professor (Jan 2002---May 2007).
- 8/1997---12/2001. Truman State University Library, Kirksville,
Missouri. Reference Librarian (1997---1999); Reference and Electronic Resources
Librarian (1999---2001).
- 1997. Intern at Reference Dept, Dulaney-Browne Library,
Oklahoma City University.
- 1996---1997. Graduate Teaching Assistant,
School of Library & Information Studies,
The University of Oklahoma.
- 1996---1997. Circulation, Law Library, The University of Oklahoma.
- 1995. LeoLeo International (computer sales company), Richardson, Texas.
- 1993---1995. Microlab, University of Central Oklahoma Library.
- 1986---1993. Instructor (1986---1992) and
Lecturer (1992---1993), China University of
Mining & Technology.
Publications
Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles:
- Chen, Xiaotian and Wynn, Stephen. (2009). E-Journal Cataloging in an Age of Alternatives. Serials Librarian, 57 (1/2), 96-110. Abstract.
- Chen, Xiaotian. (2007). Web-Exclusive Articles in Traditionally Print Periodicals. Serials Review, 33(4), 224-230. Abstract. Cited in Library Journal's "Best Magazines of 2007" article.
- Chen, Xiaotian. (2006). Overlap between Traditional Periodical Indexes and Newer Mega Indexes. Serials Review, 32(4), 233-237. Abstract.
- Chen, Xiaotian. (2006). MetaLib, WebFeat, and Google: The Strengths and Weaknesses of Federated Search Engines Compared with Google. Online Information Review, 30(4), 413-427. Abstract.
- Chen, Xiaotian. (2005). Figures and Tables Omitted from Online Periodical Articles: A Comparison of Vendors and Information Missing from Full-text Databases. Internet Reference Services Quarterly, 10(2), 75-88. Abstract. Selected as one of the best items in information technology literature around the world by the April 2005 issue of Current Cites.
- Chen, Xiaotian. (2004). Assessment of Full-Text Sources Used by Serials Management Systems, OpenURL Link Resolvers, and Imported E-journal MARC Records. Online Information Review, 28 (6), 428-434. Abstract.
- Chen, X, Colgan, L, Greene, C, Lowe, E and Winke, C. (2004). E-resource Cataloging Practices: A Survey of Academic Libraries and Consortia. Serials Librarian, 47 (1/2), 153-179. Abstract.
- Chen, Xiaotian. (2002). Embargo, Tasini, and Opted Out: How Many Periodical Articles are Missing from Full-Text Databases. Internet Reference Services Quarterly, 7(4), 23-34. Abstract. Selected into the bibliography for Summit on Serials in the Digital Environment, CONSER, the Library of Congress.
Other Publications/Presentations:
- Chen, X. and Johnson, D. (2006). Collection and Use of Library In-House Usage Data with Voyager Reports in the I-Share/CARLI Environment. Presentation at The Illinois Association of College and Research Libraries 2006 Conference. The same presentation was also invited to present at CARLI IUG Reports Forum.
- Cataloging Electronic Resources/Electronic Resource Display in OPAC Task Force Final Report. (2004). See bottom of P.8 for the list of Task Force members.
- Chen, Xiaotian. (2002). A Comparison of Two State Academic Library Consortia: Illinois' ILCSO and Missouri's MOBIUS, How They and Their Library Catalogs Work. Illinois Libraries. 84(4), 8-17.
- Chen, Xiaotian. (2002). The Secrets of Full-text Databases: The Overlap Between a Same Vendor's Subject Database and General Database, and the Differences between Different Vendors in Embargo. Presentation at Brick and Click Libraries: Changes and Challenges. (peer reviewed), Proceedings included in ERIC database with ERIC number ED473134. Presentation in MS PowerPoint.
- Chen, Xiaotian. (2001). The Competition between Free Internet Search Services and Library Resources. Presentation at Brick and Click Libraries: How Do We Support Both? (peer reviewed), Proceedings included in ERIC database with ERIC number ED462082.
- Contributing in A Dictionary of Current English Problem Words and Expressions edited by Xia, Xongdong & Wang, Mo. (In Chinese, for English learners in China, ISBN: 7-5343-2135-2). Jiangsu Education Press, Nanjing, China. 1994.
- Lu, Liang & Chen, Xiaotian. (1992). English Idioms and Phrases for College Students. (Chinese translation for college students in China, ISBN: 7-81021-632-5). China University of Mining & Technology Press. Xuzhou, China.
State-wide Committees
- 2006-2009. I-Share Users Group, The Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in Illinois (CARLI).
- 2003-2004. Digital Library Products Committee, Illinois Library Computer System Organization (ILCSO). The committee investigated, evaluated, and selected 3 digital products for state-wide purchase: OpenURL link resolver, federated search engine, and digital collection management system.
- 2003. Cataloging Electronic Resources/Electronic Resource Display in OPAC Task Force, Illinois Library Computer System Organization (ILCSO).
- 1999-2001. Electronic Resources Advisory Committee, Missouri Bibliographic Information User System (MOBIUS).
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November 13, 2009