Shawn McCann

Shawn McCann is an Assistant Professor at Oakland University's Kresge Library, serving as Business and Web Services Librarian. He holds an MLIS from Wayne State University (2003) and a BS in Business Administration from Lake Superior State University (2001). His research focuses on library website accessibility, gamification strategies, active learning techniques, digitization projects, and collaboration between libraries and museums. McCann has authored or co-authored numerous articles on topics such as accessibility challenges in academic websites, interactive tools for faculty copyright guidance, and digital image databases for 3D museum artifacts.

His scholarly work bridges library science, technology, and education, emphasizing inclusive design and innovative instructional methods. Recent research includes analyzing accessibility errors in STEM academic databases (2024) and advocating for proactive accessibility practices in librarianship (2019–2021). He also explores how video games and digital tools can enhance library services and student learning.

McCann has presented at national and international conferences like LILAC, LOEX, and ACRL, discussing themes such as design thinking in library instruction, Google tools for assessment, and virtual worlds in academic libraries. His professional contributions span library technology, pedagogy, and interdisciplinary collaboration.