Information Literacy with RDP Library includes:
- curriculum development work with instructors, programs, departments, and Schools
- formal instructional opportunities, including single classes, multiple connected classes, and librarians embedded into classes for an entire semester
- one-on-one instruction with students in person at our Library Desk as well as virtually via email, chat, and text
Book a class by contacting your Subject Librarian.
We prefer you book at least one to two weeks in advance, and provide the following:
- course name, number, and section
- date and time for instruction
- number of students
- course assignment(s)
Classes are usually held in the Library computer lab (1006R), but classes can also be held in your classroom. Online classes can also be offered synchronously or asynchronously. Your Librarian will work with you to determine the best format to achieve the learning outcomes for your class.
We find our classes are most effective when tailored to a particular assignment, and when the instructor attends and is an active participant. Your Librarian will work with you to determine the best timing and format for your class/assignment.
Our classes are a combination of demos and hands-on, and cover such topics as:
- library-specific information seeking (e.g., using the catalogue or article databases)
- effective web searching techniques
- evaluating resources
- copyright, plagiarism, and citing sources
- concept mapping & keyword brainstorming