| Description |
xxxi, 468 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm + 1 computer optical disc (4 3/4 in.) |
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4 3/4 in |
| Series |
Information literacy sourcebooks |
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Information literacy sourcebooks.
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| Contents |
Pt. I. Information literacy instruction background. Information literacy instruction : what is it? -- History of information literacy instruction -- pt. II. Information literacy instruction building blocks. A brief introduction to learning theory -- An overview of learning styles -- Library anxiety, mental models, and conceptual frameworks -- Critical thinking and active learning -- pt. III. ILI program planning -- Selecting modes of instruction -- The instructional menu -- Basic copyright and design issues -- Designing instructional modes and materials -- Assessing, evaluating, and revising ILI programs -- pt. IV. Delivering information literacy instruction. Teaching : preparation, performance, and passion -- Designing ILI programs for diverse populations -- Delivering ILI in various environments -- Teaching technology -- Using technology to teach -- pt. V. The future of ILI. Visions of the future : two perspectives |
| Summary |
In-depth discussion of both the theory and practice of library instruction. Chapters cover the history and background of user education in libraries; the psychology of learning as applied to library teaching; conceptual models for teaching critical thinking; program management, planning, and politics (on and off-campus); assessment and evaluation; designing and developing print and electronic teaching materials; classroom management and teaching techniques; learning technology; visions for the future and much more. The CD includes tables describing various instructional modes, an interactive database to aid in selecting among them, handouts for in-house training or personal use, and more |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 423-452) and index |
| Subject |
Information literacy -- Study and teaching.
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Information retrieval -- Study and teaching.
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Information Services.
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Information Storage and Retrieval.
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Teaching.
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| Author |
Kaplowitz, Joan R.
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| LC no. |
00067866 |
| ISBN |
1555704069 (alk. paper) |
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