1. Pick a modality
A. Virtual instruction live/synchronous:
- Live on TEAMS. Students can join from the classroom* or from home. TEAMS offers closed captions.
- Interactive, in real time, including Q&A.
- Quizzes provided for assessment at the end of the lesson.
B. Virtual instruction/asynchronous:
- Instructional materials, prepared for your course (video tutorials, customized lists or guides, etc. )
- These can be embedded in Canvas.
- Librarians accessible for follow-ups.
- Quizzes can be provided for assessment after watching the videos or using the materials.
C. Hybrid instruction:
- Combination of a short face-to-face presentation with virtual interaction (before or after).
- Two options:
- Flipped lesson: students watch videos or materials before coming to the Library for a follow-up or Q&A in person.
- Short lecture lesson: librarian presents a 15-minute demonstration in the Library, and students can ask questions later by email/chat/etc. Can also be followed by watching videos and video tutorials.
- Quizzes for assessment can be provided.
D. Face-to-face instruction:
- In person: in a Library classroom (Bradenton and Venice) or in your classroom (Lakewood Ranch).
- Length and topics can be adjusted (see menu), assessment quizzes provided in the classroom or as follow-up.
* Instructor must ensure that the classroom is equipped for TEAMS.
2. Select topics:
| Option # |
Title / Suggested time |
Content |
Assessment Mapping |
| 1 |
Overview of Library Services
|
- Library services policy
- Library resources (print & digital)
- Library website overview
|
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| 2 |
General Research: Basic
|
- How to research with Library resources
- Types of sources and purposes
- How to find books, eBooks, & more
- How to use Databases with examples/recommended
|
ACRL Framework: Research as Inquiry
Dearing: Category C: Key/Transferrable Skills - Management of Information
|
| 3 |
General Research: Advanced
|
- Requires students having taken Basic first.
- Advanced research strategies, Boolean operators, etc.
- Searching tips and tools in catalog and databases
- Applying filters and other techniques to refine results
|
ACRL Framework: Research as Inquiry + Scholarship as conversation
Dearing: Category C: Key/Transferrable Skills - Learning Resources + Knowledge Base.
|
| 4 |
Specific Topics Research
|
- Recommended databases and resources for specific topics.
- Searching techniques and suggestions for specific disciplines or topics.
|
ACRL Framework: Research as Inquiry + Scholarship as conversation
Dearing: Category C: Key/Transferrable Skills - Learning Resources + Knowledge Base.
|
| 5 |
Documentation/Citing
|
- Brief overview of plagiarism and documentation/ethics
- How to cite most common sources
- How to find and use citation tools or guides
|
ACRL Framework: Information has Value
Dearing: Category A: Definition of Knowledge and Understanding - Ethical Issues
|
| 6 |
Evaluation of Sources
|
- How to evaluate sources for accuracy, relevance, etc.
Optional: Activity using an evaluation tool, e.g. CRAAP test or other (allow more time).
|
ACRL Framework: Research as Inquiry + Information has Value
Dearing Category B: Cognitive/Intellectual Skills - Evaluation
|
| 7 |
Custom lesson
|
- Special lesson, activity, or series of lessons aligned with a specific learning outcome, topic, project, or assignment.
- Can be presented live/synchronous on Teams, or in a series of videos and tutorials.
Please collaborate with librarians to design a lesson for your specific needs.
|
Varies |
Remember that we can also offer specific workshops around the dates of your assignments!
3. Click the box to submit your request:
Please contact any of the librarians if you have questions.
