A Survey of Librarian Perceptions of Information Literacy Techniques
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| Title: | A Survey of Librarian Perceptions of Information Literacy Techniques |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Yearwood, Simone L., Foasberg, Nancy M., Rosenberg, Kenneth D. |
| Source: | Communications in Information Literacy. 2015 9(2):186-197. |
| Availability: | Communications in Information Literacy. Director, University of Oklahoma-Tulsa Library, Schusterman Center, 4502 East 41st Street, Tulsa, OK 74135. Tel: 918-660-3222; Fax: 918-660-3215; e-mail: editors@comminfolit.org; Web site: http://www.comminfolit.org |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 12 |
| Publication Date: | 2015 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | College Libraries, Librarian Attitudes, Information Literacy, Teaching Methods, Library Instruction, Research Methodology, Research Skills, Urban Universities, Surveys, Instructional Effectiveness, Time on Task |
| Geographic Terms: | New York |
| ISSN: | 1933-5954 |
| Abstract: | Teaching research competencies and information literacy is an integral part of the academic librarian's role. There has long been debate among librarians over what are the most effective methods of instruction for college students. Library Faculty members at a large urban university system were surveyed to determine their perceptions of the effectiveness of common information literacy instruction techniques. The system includes community and senior colleges, as well as graduate and professional degree granting institutions. This research was undertaken for the purpose of better prioritizing institutional teaching activities in the current academic climate. Survey results show that instructional models giving librarians more time with students, particularly highly-engaged students, are believed to be the most effective. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Number of References: | 18 |
| Entry Date: | 2016 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1089107 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Teaching research competencies and information literacy is an integral part of the academic librarian's role. There has long been debate among librarians over what are the most effective methods of instruction for college students. Library Faculty members at a large urban university system were surveyed to determine their perceptions of the effectiveness of common information literacy instruction techniques. The system includes community and senior colleges, as well as graduate and professional degree granting institutions. This research was undertaken for the purpose of better prioritizing institutional teaching activities in the current academic climate. Survey results show that instructional models giving librarians more time with students, particularly highly-engaged students, are believed to be the most effective. |
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| ISSN: | 1933-5954 |
