With information retrieval (IR) a growing field of research, teaching it requires new resources. This book provides theoretical and practical ideas for teaching IR, a topic which has up to now suffered from a lack of literature on its pedagogical aspects.
Information literacy involves a combination of reading, writing, and critical thinking. Librarians in an academic library, while not directly responsible for teaching those skills, are involved in making such literacy part of the students' learning process. Broussard approaches …
This book is a much-needed sourcebook to support library staff in the delivery of information literacy teaching, by providing practical guidance on tried and tested ideas and techniques for sessions. Full of hints and tips grounded in learning theory, it is a practical reference…
This easy-to-use book is an invaluable source of inspiration for any librarian involved in teaching information literacy, whether they are new to teaching or experienced but in search of fresh ideas.
This easy-to-use book is an invaluable source of inspiration for any librarian involved in teaching information literacy, whether they are new to teaching or experienced but in search of fresh ideas.
Planning and implementing a 3D printing service in a library may seem like a daunting task. Based upon the authors? experience as early adopters of 3D technology and running a successful 3D printing service at a large academic library, this guide provides the steps to follow whe…