INF 7880

Course Description
The course provides introduction to library instruction, information literacy, and user education is necessary for those who will be expected to provide instruction to library users of all ages and types. This course will provide the student with an understanding and an appreciation of the nature and function of learning theory, teaching methods, the instructional design process, and how information needs relate to instruction.
 

Learning Outcomes
This course will help students to investigate learning theory, critical thinking theory, and assessment practices and use these concepts in practical application with the evaluation and instructional design of various modes of instruction.
 

By the end of this course students will be able to:
· Identify an instructional need.
· Discuss and apply learning theory competently in designing solutions to instructional problems.
· Demonstrate acquaintance with the principles of user education, library instruction, and information
literacy.
· Use terminology and vocabulary relating to teaching, learning, instructional design, and information
literacy. Select among a variety of instructional methodologies and design, implement, evaluate, and
revise instructional solutions to meet identified needs, including online solutions.

Textbooks, Readings and Style Manual
Textbook/s Required:
We will be using the following Open Access textbook for this course, which is available freely on the web. You can download a PDF version for free. You can also order an on-demand print copy for minimal cost.
Saunders, L. & Wong, M. A. (2020). Instruction in Libraries and Information Centers: An Introduction. Windsor & Downs Press. https://iopn.library.illinois.edu/books/windsor-downs/catalog/book/12
 

Readings
There may be additional weekly readings, which are provided on the Canvas course site. Keeping up with assigned readings is critical to your success in this course. Readings will be highlighted in each module in Canvas.

Style Manual
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (2020). 7th edition. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

Updated: 5/2024