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Library Instruction
Faculty Assignment Guide
This is a short guide to developing assignments which promote information literacy. Information literacy is defined by the Association of Research Libraries as the set of abilities requiring individuals to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information. We are committed to helping Marshall University faculty develop effective assignment designs which incorporate information literacy.
How to get started with information literacy
- Make an appointment with a librarian. We can collaborate with you to develop and revise assignments that include clear and relevant research strategies.
- Meet with a librarian to find out what sources and resources are available. We may have a new database or other resources you don't know about yet.
- Schedule a library instruction session for your class. With advanced notice, we can customize an information literacy session to fit your and your students' needs by addressing your assignment requirements
- Browse MU Libraries Research Guides to see what we have available and make suggestions about other resources that would be helpful.
Customized library instruction sessions at Drinko and Morrow Library are available to you and your classes.
You may request library instruction. Librarian Sabrina Thomas will be happy to schedule a session for your class.
Contact Information: Sabrina Thomas, Instruction & Reference Librarian, Phone: 304-696-3627, Email: tho4@marshall.edu
Contact Information: Jennifer Sias, Information Literacy Librarian, Phone: 304-696-6577, Email: sias@marshall.edu
Jennifer Sias and Sabrina Thomas also are available to offer library consultations with faculty in order to develop effective information literacy assignments.
How to integrate information literacy into assignments
Information Literacy and Writing Assessment Project: Tutorial for Developing and Evaluating Assignments created by the University of Maryland University College Information and Library Services. It includes a detailed list of what to do and not to do when creating an effective information literacy assignment.
Further ideas on information literacy assignments:
- Information Literacy Assignments by Karen Bronshteyn
- Creative library assignments from our faculty Gustavus Adolphus College
- Alternatives to term papers Lawrence University Library
- Designing research assignments by Jody Caldwell
Contact Information:
Stephen Tipler, Reference Librarian
John Deaver Drinko Library Room 122, Marshall University,
One John Marshall Drive, Huntington, WV 25755
Phone: 304-696-2907, Email: stipler@marshall.edu