Library instruction and information literacy – 2003

Johnson, Anna Marie; Jent, Sarah

doi:10.1108/00907320410569770

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“…A number of reviews of the literature exist including Johnson (2003), Johnson & Jent (2003;Johnson & Jent 2005, and Johnson, Jent and Reynolds (2007) Significantly what is missing from the literature, and which has prompted us to carry out this study, is a broad view of what is actually being done by workplace librarians to instruct in information literacy, to train people to meet information There is no measure, no yardstick, no base point to which we can point and say, 'this is where we are now', and from which we can look beyond to where we wish to be. No-one has yet asked:…”

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Understanding and practice of information literacy in Australian government libraries

Kirton¹,

Barham²,

Brady³

2008

The Australian Library Journal

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Most research on information literacy has emerged from the academic sector and there is a lack of research undertaken in the workplace. To further expand on this area of study, a survey was undertaken to investigate librarians' understanding of information literacy and the application of information literacy in government libraries in Australia.Of particular interest is that many government librarians either do not include 'critical thinking' skills in their definition of information literacy, or if they do include it, they do not believe that they should have the responsibility for teaching it. This most likely reflects the difference in client base, students compared with adult professionals. There was a high response for instruction for online library services (catalogue, journals, databases and library website). This indicates a recognised need for instruction and the development of courses and support materials in these services.

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Understanding and practice of information literacy in Australian government libraries

Kirton¹,

Barham²,

Brady³

2008

The Australian Library Journal

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“…One possible explanation for this discrepancy is the time span covered by each sample. Strayhorn's (2006) study used CSEQ data from 2003-2004, while this current study used CCSEQ data taken from students from 2005-2010. In following Garrison's theory (Garrison & Akyol, 2009;Garrison & Archer, 2000), it would seem indeed that technology is becoming an increasingly integrated part of pedagogy and success in higher education.…”

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“…These items are discussed in more detail in the methods section of this present study. While the terms computer and information literacy have been operationalized in many different manners across academic disciplines, the use of the computer technology scale on the CSEQ and CCSEQ instruments are common in previous research for creating an empirically measurable construct of these concepts (Dollar, 2003;Johnson & Jent, 2004;Kuh & Hu, 2001;Kuh & Vesper, 2001;Strayhorn, 2006).…”

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Community Colleges in the Information Age: Gains Associated with Students' Use of Computer Technology

Anderson

Horn

2012

Journal of Educational Computing Research

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Computer literacy is increasingly important in higher education, and many educational technology experts propose a more prominent integration of technology into pedagogy. Empirical evidence is needed to support these theories. This study examined community college students planning to transfer to 4-year universities and estimated the relationship between students' use of technology and their self-reported educational and technology gains. In doing so, this study provides valuable information for 4-year university and community college administrators, instructors, and students. Results indicate a significant relationship between students' use of technology for academic purposes and self-reported educational gains as well as technological gains. These results add support to claims of the need for a more symbiotic relationship between technology and pedagogy. Implications are discussed for how to better prepare community college students for successful transfer to 4-year institutions. Suggestions on how close the gap between high and low technology users are also discussed.

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“…A major writer on delivering information skills in school libraries has been James Herring who has written a number of books developing his PLUS (Purpose, Location, Use, Selection) model (Herring, 1999). The integration of information skills as a part of the wider theory of information literacy became a key issue of the library and information profession from 2003, as noted by Johnson and Jent (2004). Information literacy also incorporated the notion of independent learning, which has been an issue within the school library profession for some years (Jones, 2005).…”

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The management of independent secondary school libraries in England and Wales

Turner

2006

New Library World

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PurposeThis literature review aims to provide a synthesis of key information available about the management of independent secondary school libraries in England and Wales. The review has been the foundation of a PhD research project that is investigating issues about the management of school libraries in English and Welsh independent schools.Design/methodology/approachThe literature review covers both hard copy and electronic formats identified from accessing library catalogues, contacting relevant organisations and key players, conducting online databases and wider internet searches plus other elements of the literature search. The review is structured to address the literature about independent schools, their libraries, national and international guidelines for best practice on school librarianship, previous research, the role of the school library manager and select key current issues.FindingsThe literature review indicates that there is a substantial current literature about general school librarianship, much of which is relevant to the management of independent school libraries. However, the independent school library sector itself has not been widely researched and the published information about it is scant.Research limitations/implicationsThe literature review has largely focused on published information about general school librarianship where it impacts on independent school libraries. This is because there is little information specifically about the management of independent school libraries. Because each school library is different and is a reflection of its own school's culture, a general overview of the management of independent school libraries has not previously been produced. The review is a selective literature review, but identifies the key works relevant to the management of specifically independent school libraries.Practical implicationsThe review has helped to structure and direct a PhD research project that is contributing to the literature and addressing some of the gaps in knowledge.Originality/valueLiterature on school librarianship tends to focus on issues that are topical at the time of publication. A review of the literature about the broader management of the school library is original. Also, a literature review that is relevant to the management of independent school libraries is unique. The review will be of value to the broader PhD research about the management of independent school libraries. It will be of particular interest and worth to independent school library managers, but also to general school library practitioners and those with an interest in the sector in the research, government and wider educational communities.

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Library instruction and information literacy – 2003

Cited by 13 publications

References 93 publications

Understanding and practice of information literacy in Australian government libraries

Understanding and practice of information literacy in Australian government libraries

Community Colleges in the Information Age: Gains Associated with Students' Use of Computer Technology

The management of independent secondary school libraries in England and Wales

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