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Lawton, Bethany; Pederson, Ann – Research Strategies, 1988
A system for library orientation used at the University of North Dakota included cue cards suspended from the ceiling in five areas--reference, study room and computers, periodicals, government documents and microforms, and special collections--at which a tour group would listen to a brief talk. Student and staff response was favorable. (1…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Cues, Higher Education, Library Instruction

Johnson, Judy, Comp. – Research Strategies, 1986
Eighteen journal articles and monographs on learning theory and its possible applications to library instruction are listed and annotated. Most of the materials were published within the last 10 years, although some earlier titles that are considered basic are included. (EM)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Annotated Bibliographies, Higher Education, Learning Theories

Bush, Renee B.; Wells, Margaret R. – Research Strategies, 1990
Describes a bibliography instruction (BI) program for first semester honors freshmen. Following background on the honors program and library involvement in the program, the BI component is described. Results and evaluation, problems, and future directions of the BI program are then discussed. (eight references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, College Freshmen, Higher Education, Honors Curriculum

Westbrook, Lynn – Research Strategies, 1988
Describes the steps in planning and conducting a workshop to combat burnout among bibliographic instruction librarians: (1) initial preparation; (2) outlining the session; (3) the logistics, such as scheduling the session and reserving a room; (4) conducting the session; and (5) follow-up. Fifteen annotated references are provided. (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Burnout, Higher Education, Librarians

Akers, Cynthia; Martin, Nanette; Summey, Terri – Research Strategies, 2000
Describes the process of teaching professional development courses to academic faculty, staff, and graduate assistants at Emporia State University that focused on electronic resources. Illustrates the increase in total library instruction, favorable reactions of faculty, and enhanced image of the library, and considers the future of library…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Futures (of Society), Higher Education, Library Instruction

Ragains, Patrick – Research Strategies, 1997
A survey of evaluation practices used to assess the effectiveness of library instruction at 44 colleges and universities found that "reaction data" was used most often, although it provided little evidence of what the students learned. Argues that subjective data alone are inadequate to measure student learning, guide program…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Instructional Effectiveness, Librarians

Skekloff, Susan D. – Research Strategies, 1987
A library skills program for freshman composition students was redesigned to correct problems caused by a lack of uniformly accepted methods of implementation. Changes made included a revised workbook, streamlined class sessions, enforcement of due dates for exercises, and improved communication with faculty. Three references are listed. (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Freshman Composition, Higher Education, Instructional Development

Kautz, Barbara A.; And Others – Research Strategies, 1988
A bibliographic instruction program at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire designed to teach effective library skills to undergraduate social work students, includes three courses covering: (1) specialized encyclopedias, the online catalog, and journal indexes; (2) government publications; and (3) library research skills. (5 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Government Publications, Higher Education, Library Instruction

Coleman, Paul; Sarkodie-Mensah, Kwasi – Research Strategies, 1986
Presents two essays on library instruction for incoming freshmen. The first advocates teaching general principles rather than specific applications in order to prepare students for subsequent, more narrowly focused bibliographic instruction; the second addresses the importance of librarians becoming involved with campus orientation tour guide…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, College Freshmen, Higher Education, Library Instruction

Ragains, Patrick – Research Strategies, 2001
Discusses course-related academic library Web pages and their use in library instruction. Describes course-related Web pages at the University of Nevada-Reno library that are designed on a template that includes main features of the library Web site, subject-specific online indexes and databases, links to electronic journals, and recommended Web…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Course Integrated Library Instruction, Databases, Electronic Journals

Cardman, Elizabeth R. – Research Strategies, 1990
Argues that the gender gap in computer use may place female library users at a disadvantage, and discusses the implications of the gap for bibliographic instruction. Topics addressed include the extent of the gap, reasons for it, psychosocial factors involved in it, factors encouraging it, analyzing it in libraries, and bridging it. (44…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Literacy, Females, Higher Education

George, Mary W. – Research Strategies, 1988
Lists 11 library skills and concepts that librarians want college freshmen to master. (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, College Freshmen, Higher Education, Library Instruction

Nipp, Deanna – Research Strategies, 1991
Discussion of instruction for library patrons in the use of CD-ROM products focuses on the integration of CD-ROM instruction into standard user education based on the Association of College and Research Libraries/Bibliographic Instruction Section's objectives for academic bibliographic instruction. Goals specific to CD-ROM are described. (eight…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Instruction, Optical Data Disks

Crowe, Kathy Moore – Research Strategies, 1989
Describes the use of slides for bibliographic instruction at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. The advantages of a slide/lecture format and the cost of slides are discussed, and tips for producing and using slides are offered. (nine references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Audiovisual Instruction, Higher Education, Instructional Effectiveness

Peterson, Lorna – Research Strategies, 1988
Reports on a survey of 22 undergraduates and three bibliographic instruction librarians at Iowa State University to elicit their views on misrepresentation, i.e., copying another student's work. It is concluded that there is a need for librarians to instruct students on principles of independent scholarship and proper documentation. (six…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Ethical Instruction, Higher Education, Librarians