Practical Library Instruction

"Offers academic librarians practical, and actionable, strategies for critical assessment of teaching and student learning"--Provided by publisher.

This book discusses the principles of learning theory and instructional design, and provides the reader with the theoretical framework needed for design decision-making. It is helpful for the academic librarian who has responsibility for teaching students library skills.

Presents case-studies that cover the broad spectrum of education from behavioral to cognitive to constructivist. This casebook is suitable for librarians who have had little formal training in education.

"This book offers classroom management tips with easy-to-implement suggestions that focus on the learner"--

"Introduces feminist pedagogy to librarians seeking to enrich their teaching practices"--Provided by publisher.

"This open access textbook offers a comprehensive introduction to instruction in all types of library and information settings. Designed for students in library instruction courses, the text is also a resource for new and experienced professionals seeking best practices and selected resources to support their instructional practice. Organized around the backward design approach and written by LIS faculty members with expertise in teaching and learning, this book offers clear guidance on writing learning outcomes, designing assessments, and choosing and implementing instructional strategies, framed by clear and accessible explanations of learning theories. The text takes a critical approach to pedagogy and emphasizes inclusive and accessible instruction. Using a theory into practice approach that will move students from learning to praxis, each chapter includes practical examples, activities, and templates to aid readers in developing their own practice and materials."--Publisher's description.

"A collection of articles about various ways of applying critical pedagogy and related educational theories to library instruction"--Provided by publisher.