Robert Monge InstructionWestern Oregon University
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Working with Faculty to Go Beyond the50 Minute One-Shot Library Instruction
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Web Based Instruction
Library
Session Classroom
Library Instruction should be a blend of live sessions and web based instruction delivered in the classroom and online
Outside classroom
Class Research Guides
Class research guides are a variation on the subject guide
Librarians, working with the instructor, create guides that are designed for a specific class or assignment
They can be created in Dreamweaver or with programs such as LibGuides or a la Carte
These guides can be posted on the library web site or in a course management system (like Blackboard or Moodle)
They can be presented to the students at the point of need either pre/post library session
They can also serve as an outline for an class session
Here is an example of a class research guide created for a Composition I class
It covers the research needs for the class as a whole
Here is an example of a class research guide for a graduate education class
It covers the resources needed for a specific assignment
The guide would be updated throughout the term as the assignments change
LibraryQuesting
LibraryQuesting is an adaptation of WebQuesting but incorporating library resources in addition to information that can be found on the web
LibraryQuesting uses guided instruction and real world tasks to teach the student how to use various resources
All work done is related to the assignment they are working on
LibraryQuesting
Assignment InternetResources
LibraryResources
Web Tools
All tasks guide the student through the various resources that can be used to complete the assignment
LibraryQuesting
Prior to Library Session During Library Session Post Library Session
LibraryQuesting can be delivered at various points along the assignment/library session process
LibraryQuesting begins by framing the purpose of the quest
…then defines the assignment in specific terms
…then guides the student through various resources
It is important to make sure each task is clear but also open ended
The resources in a LibraryQuestshould be worked out between the librarian and the instructor
These LibraryQuests work best when they have a grade or points attached to completion of the assignment
If LibraryQuests are assigned outside of the library session, various ways of obtaining help should be provided
Information Literacy Tutorials
Web based tutorials can be used both in the library session and as supplemental instruction to class assignments
Information Literacy Group of Greater Portland http://lemonsky.files.wordpress.com/2008/11/ilproficienciesposter.pdf
Make Sure….
To present your final paper in a folder or portfolio with supporting documents: samples of academic or professional writing you’ve examined in analysis; samples of assignments or documents you’ve referred to within your text; copies of any handouts or overviews you’ve used in presenting your material to the class, etc.
To carefully and clearly cite all references to outside sources for your material.
Writing Class
Putting Your Portfolio on the Web
MLA Citation Format
Library Created Tutorials
Web based tutorials can address assignment requirements that require higher level information literacy skills that can’t be taught during a live library session
What is the MLA Citation Format? This brief tutorial looks at what is the MLA citation format and how to use it when writing a research paper. Closed Caption Version -- Overview of the MLS citation format -- Description/Explanations of In-Text Citations -- Description/Explanation of Works Cited page
How to Format a Paper in MLAHere is an example of how to format a paper using MLA citation guidelines. This example also includes how to format your paper using Word 2003/2007. Closed Caption Version
In-Text Citations Here are examples of In-Text Citation for Direct Quotes, Paraphrases, Summaries, and Indirect Quotes
Works Cited Citations Here are Works Cited citation examples for the various types of sources you would use in your research.
Web based tutorials can address both simple and complex information literacy issues
Web based tutorials can be adapted to the needs of a particular class
Here is an example for a Business class on avoiding plagiarism and correctly using APA format.
Web based tutorials are designed to be self paced
…with both information and examples
…and quizzes, interactive exercises and a variety of active learning elements
Here is an example of a web based tutorial that can be used in a live classroom session
The class watches this video of two students discussing how to cheat on their upcoming English paper
…and then discusses as a class what the students did wrong, what influenced their decision to cheat, and to reflect on real world consequences
After the discussion, the instructor can click on the various answers to the questions
Finding a Topic/Background Research
Understanding types of resources
Internet Research
Citing Sources and Synthesizing Information
The Research Process
Avoiding Plagiarism
Understanding Database
Multimedia Research. Finding Sources from a Works Cited/Reference Page
Web based tutorials can be placed on a library website
Finding Oregonian Articles Using Lexis-Nexis
Find USA Today Articles Using Newspaper Source Find Statesman Journal Article Online
Finding Oregonian Articles Using Lexis-Nexis
Find USA Today Articles Using Newspaper Source Find Statesman Journal Article Online
…directly in the assignment if the assignment is posted on the web or in a course management system
…or directly in the syllabus if posted on the web or in a course management system
Class Research Guides • Individual Assignments • General Research Guide
LibraryQuesting • Pre-Library Instruction • Live session • Post-Library Instruction
Information Literacy Tutorials • Pre-Library Instruction • Live session • Post-Library Instruction
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Website: www.wou.edu/~monger
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