faculty services
The
library instruction program is designed to teach students how
to use the many resources available in the Cuyamaca College Library,
while also developing their overall information competency. These
workshops give students an opportunity to meet with a librarian,
learn about the research process, and think critically about
the materials they discover.
Why
bother with library instruction?
Our library instruction sessions will help your students become
expert researchers by:
- Covering
the basics
The librarian will address your class as a whole and answer specific research
questions, such as:
- What
sources should I use?
- How
do I use this newfangled technology?
- Where
do I find it?
- Reducing fear
We realize many students are reluctant to ask for assistance, so these sessions
are purposely designed to give students the opportunity to meet a "real
live" librarian. Students will be encouraged to approach the reference
desk whenever they need help with an assignment. They will also learn
to express their information needs more accurately and confidently.
- Improving communication
Communication is improved between students, librarians, and instructors when
everyone gets together to discuss ways of locating and evaluating information.
These sessions also help librarians with the collection development process,
as they can better pinpoint student and faculty needs.
- Increasing efficiency
After a library instruction session, students should be able to retrieve
information more efficiently - with less frustration. Our aim is to improve
the quality of their work and increase their independence in learning.
- Following up
As students begin to do research on their own, librarians
at the reference desk will help them work out specific problems as
they arise.
Tips
for a successful session
To ensure student success, we offer these suggestions:
- Schedule your session
at least three weeks in advance.
- Discuss your research
paper requirements with the librarian ahead of time.
Scheduling
a library instruction session
To schedule a library session, please call Jeri Resto at 660-4423.
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