In order to blend writing process with introduction to library, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga developed generic model of library research having three stages (pre-library, library awareness, library competence) that parallel stages in writing process. Library use is presented as series of activities including searching, retrieving,…

The purpose of this paper is two-fold. First, is to familiarize the reader with some advances in cataloging that may not be so esoteric in the near future for school librarians. Second, is to provide hints for easy cataloging of traditionally uncataloged electronic information and thus enhance information access through the school library OPAC.

Reference librarians overestimate the knowledge graduate students have about reference sources in the library. Many students responding to the questionnaire could not list indexes and abstracts within their specialty fields. Better library orientation and instruction are needed. (4 references) (DH)

A detailed account of an actual seminar which has been running at the University of London Institute of Education for several years. The seminar's objectives are to improve the teacher's reading habits, bibliographic skills and library skills. (MF)

Outlines the principles of instructional development as they are related to particular situations faced by librarians who teach library skills. Fifty-six references are cited. (FM)

Examines the probability and impact of an increase in end-user searching of online databases on librarians and library education. The problems of end-user searching are discussed, new developments in online access are reviewed, and recommendations for the education of the end-user are made. Included are 25 references. (JL)

Students' lack of bibliographic expertise is due to the failure of academic librarians and teachers to communicate with each other. Teachers need to inform librarians about their assignments and expectations for students; librarians need to tell teachers about the inadequacy of students' work in the library and possibilities for improvement.…

This longitudinal study of a one-semester credit course of bibliographic instruction for undergraduates reveals lasting student appreciation that frequently increases following course completion. (RAA)

The authors present information sources and retrieval techniques for persons wishing to search recent educational literature. They discuss card catalogs, bibliographies, periodical indexes, abstracting services, computer databases, interlibrary loaning, and institutional resources. In many cases they name and briefly describe specific reference…

Describes the tutorial library instruction program at Berea College which is based entirely on tutorial procedures. (Author/RAA)

Concludes that highly motivated learning disabled elementary students may be trained to perform basic library media skills and impart them to younger students. This study presents the methodology, data analysis, and training program used with a group of 24 students at an Illinois elementary school. (RAA)

Applies the concept of competency-based education to library user instruction, and describes a number of competency-based programs currently in operation at academic libraries. (FM)

Instruction in the use of college libraries makes little sense unless it is related to classroom activity. Several teaching methods are discussed that address library instruction within specific educational contexts. Focus is on a method that involves the librarian as a seminar participant with students and professor. (JMD)

Describes the experiences of a librarian who decided to teach a course on research and development of the term paper. (MKM)