Edition |
2nd ed. |
Description |
xxvii, 412 pages ; 28 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.) |
Physical Medium |
4 3/4 in. |
Description |
text file |
Series |
Information literacy sourcebooks
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Information literacy sourcebooks.
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Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 343-389) and index. |
Contents |
Information literacy instruction : what is it? -- History of information literacy instruction -- The psychology of learning : the theory behind the practice -- Psychology of learning : putting theory into practice -- Library anxiety, mental models, and conceptual change -- Critical thinking and active learning -- Planning for information literacy instruction -- The instructional menu -- Basic copyright and design issues -- Designing instructional modes and materials -- Assessment : improving learning, improving teaching -- Learner-centered teaching : listen, engage, inspire -- Teaching in a diverse world : knowledge, respect, and inclusion -- Delivering information literacy instruction in various environments -- Using technology to support pedagogy -- Teaching online tools and resources -- 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. |
Subject |
Information literacy -- Study and teaching.
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Information literacy -- Study and teaching. |
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Information retrieval -- Study and teaching.
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Information retrieval -- Study and teaching. |
Added Author |
Kaplowitz, Joan R.
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Other Form: |
Online version: Grassian, Esther S. Information literacy instruction. 2nd ed. New York : Neal-Schuman Publishers, c2009 (OCoLC)753429504 |
ISBN |
9781555706661 alkaline paper |
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1555706665 alkaline paper |
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