Professional Organizations, Listservs, & Websites
- LOEXAn organization devoted to library instruction and information literacy based at Eastern Michigan University.
- Teaching Information Literacy & Critical ThinkingResource-rich site aimed at the teaching librarian. Was created and is maintained by Esther Grassian, Distinguished Librarian, Emeritus, UCLA.
- ACRL/NY Discussion GroupsSee Graduate Services, etc. Many deal with library instruction.
Bibliography
The Elements of Library Research by ISBN: 9780691131504Publication Date: 2008-09-14To do solid academic research, college students need to look beyond the computer search engine. This short, practical book introduces students to the important components of the information-seeking process. The Elements of Library Research provides a foundation for success in any research assignment, from a freshman paper to a senior thesis. Unlike guides that describe the research process but do not explain its logic, this book focuses entirely on basic concepts, strategies, tools, and tactics for research--in both electronic and print formats. Drawing on decades of experience with undergraduates, reference librarian Mary George arms students with the critical thinking skills and procedures they need to approach any academic project with confidence. Ways to turn a topic into a research question Techniques for effective online searches How to evaluate primary and secondary sources When and how to confer with reference librarians and faculty How to avoid plagiarism Glossary of key terms, from Boolean search to peer review Checklists, timelines, and hints for successful research projects
The Library Instruction Cookbook by ISBN: 9780838985113Publication Date: 2009-07-01
The Craft of Research by see II:3: "From Topics to Questions" etc.
Writing with Sources by ISBN: 9780872209442Publication Date: 2008-08-01Developed for Harvard University's Expository Writing Program, Writing with Sources describes the main principles and methods of integrating and citing sources in scholarly work, and provides cogent guidance on avoiding the misuse of sources. The second edition of Writing with Sources is updated throughout, and includes new material on the roles sources play in argument, on assessing the reliability of sources, and on attitudes about writing that can lead to plagiarism.
American Library Association publications (books); limit by topic on left-hand side
ACRL Instruction Section; bibliography of "publications that advance librarians' knowledge of issues related to learners, teaching, organizational context, and assessment."
Professional conferences offer many sessions on various aspects of instruction and information literacy, like the Association of College & Research Libraries, and proceedings are often published online.
Selected Articles:
Charles, Leslin H. "Embracing Challenges in Times of Change: A Survey of Readiness of Academic Librarians in New Jersey for Transition to the ACRL Framework." Communications in Information LIteracy 11, no. 1 (2017): 221-45.
Deitering, Anne-Marie, and Hannah Gascho Rempel. "Share and Share Alike: Barriers and Solutions to tutorial creation and management." Communications in Information Literacy. 5, no. 2 (2012): 102-16.
Holliday, Wendy, and Jim Rogers. "Talking about Information Literacy: The Mediating Role of Discourse in a College Writing Classroom." portal: Libraries and the Academy 13, no. 3 (July 2013): 257-71.
Johnson, C., McCord, S., and S. Walter. "Instructional Outreach Across the Curriculum: Enhancing the Liaison Role at a Research University." Reference Librarian 82 (2003): 19-37.
Palmer, Catherine. "This I Believe . . . All Libraries Should Be Teaching Libraries." portal: Libraries and the Academy 11, no. 1 (2011): 575-82.
Schaub, G., Cadena, C., Bravender, P., and C. Kierkus. "The Language of Literacy: Do Students Understand?" College & Research Libraries (March 2017): 283-96.
Smith, C., Doversberger, L., Jones, S., Ladwig, P., and B. Pietraszewski. "Using Course Syllabi to Uncover Opportunities for Curriculum-Integrated Instruction." Reference & User Services Quarterly 51, no. 3 (Spring 2012): 263-71.
Walter, Scott. "Instructional Improvement: Building Capacity for the Professional Development of Librarians as Teachers." Reference & User Services Quarterly 45, no. 3 (Spring 2006): 213-18.
_______. "Librarians as Teachers: A Qualitative Inquiry into Professional Identity." College & Research Libraries 69, no. 1 (Jan. 2008): 51-71.