Information Literacy Session
A librarian is available to come to your class and provide you and your students with a session that is tailored to your course or assignment, give an overview of resources available. answer questions, and assist students with starting their research.
Can include any of the following:
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Overview of Library Website
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Scheduling a Research Appointment
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Textbook Finder Tool
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Browzine
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LibKey Nomad
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Databases (relevant to the course)
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Identifying Keywords/Search Terms
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Choosing a Topic
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Research/Course Guides (relevant to the course)
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Citation Tools
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Newspapers/Keeping Current
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Research Assistance
Length of session can vary, depending on time available and what information you would like covered. The more information you would like covered the more time will need to be allotted to the session. To discuss options please contact Caleb Daubenspeck (library@cairn.edu)
Things to consider when scheduling an Information Literacy Session:
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When is the best time to schedule an Information Literacy Session for your students?
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About 1 month prior to the research assignment due date. When students see the immediate need for the session they will generally remember and get more out of the session.
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Please schedule Information Literacy Sessions at least 1 week in advance.
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Include the following information:
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Approximate number of students
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Assignment descriptions
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First and second choice of dates
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Class meeting time and location
For more information or to schedule a classroom visit submit the form here or contact the librarians at library@cairn.edu.
