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…

Explores the advantages and difficulties of offering information literacy programs to academic staff who work outside the classroom, and the feasibility of integrating sessions into the workplace. Topics include the library's role, the institution's role, exploring user needs, and suggestions for promoting staff information literacy. (Author/LRW)

Describes an enhanced role for librarians in course integrated bibliographic instruction that promotes critical thinking as a component of knowledge acquisition. Stages in critical thinking and in the research process are described, and an example of librarians working with faculty at North Park College (Chicago) to develop critical thinking is…

Describes case-based, problem-based learning (CBPBL), a student-centered approach that uses tightly focused minicases to help students demonstrate their ability to identify their information needs. Topics include the role of the instructor; uses of CBPBL; librarian as facilitator or liaison for a CBPBL session; examples of minicases for library…

Describes a cooperative program between the library school and university library at the University of Michigan which addresses information literacy and information in a diverse society. The discussion covers program-related courses on information resources and American diversity; the library/library school relationship; and management issues…

Presents findings from a survey of first-year students at Keene State College (New Hampshire) that focused on cheating behaviors. Highlights include a worksheet to begin a dialog on academic dishonesty; differences in cheating behavior between high school and college; motivations for cheating; and recommendations for faculty and librarians.…

Describes a graduate level bibliographic instruction course at Columbia University which incorporates computer-based resources and information retrieval and organization, scholarly communication and publishing, and analysis of primary sources. The discussion covers student responses, plans for the future, and the role of academic librarians in…

Examines the development of women's studies programs and women's studies collections in light of their potential impact on information literacy education. Topics discussed include the role librarians play in the institutionalization of knowledge; enhanced access to diverse perspectives; curriculum transformation; and ways of learning. (21…

Reports the results of an information literacy research study in which focus group methodology was used. A small focus group of undergraduates discussed the concept of information literacy and the role of the undergraduate library in developing information literacy skills. Information needs, information seeking, and further research are also…

Discusses research on student writing and the differences between research by librarians and composition experts; considers faculty perceptions about the role of librarians in the student research process; and examines the literature produced by all three groups and urges renewed efforts to create communication and collaboration among them.…

Describes a freshman-level library research instruction program developed at Maryville College. Discusses information literacy and the general education curriculum; conceptual framework for the library's role; timetable for a three-hour information literacy workshop; faculty role; faculty response; student response; and recommendations. (LRW)

Discusses how academic libraries and librarians in developing countries can contribute to the creation of self-directed learners and self-reliant researchers, especially among nontraditional students. The library role in independent learning programs and the collection size and library skills instruction required to meet learner needs are…

Technological advances drive academic libraries to offer faculty instruction on using the World Wide Web as a teaching tool. This article describes the development of a library/computing center collaborative program, discusses the benefits of collaboration, offers advice on constructing instructional Web sites, and provides an annotated…

Describes the concept behind the Technology Toolbox, a method being explored at Augustana College to build a foundation of basic information technology skills among students and faculty members. The materials and potential applications are examined and several issues related to this new form of instruction are discussed. (Author/KRN)

Library involvement with Campus Reading Experiences (CRE) at two community colleges and two 4-year institutions are described. Each chosen case study reflects a strong library presence in institutional level program planning and instructional development for deeper student learning related to the CRE. In particular, the case studies highlight the…