Leading Dynamic Information Literacy Programs delves into the library instruction coordinator’s work. Each chapter is written by practicing coordinators, who share their experiences leading information literacy programs that are nimble, responsive, and supportive of student learning.
The volume discusses the work of instruction coordinators within five thematic areas: Claiming our Space: Library Instruction in the Landscape of Higher Education; Moving and Growing Together; Curriculum Development; Meaningful Assessment; and Leading Change. Readers will gain insight from their colleagues’ advice for situating information literacy within the higher education institution, developing meaningful curricula, and using assessment in productive ways. Many of the stories represent a departure from traditional models of library instruction. In addition, this book is sure to spark inspiration for innovative approaches to program leadership and development, including strategies for growing communities of practice.
From leadership skills and techniques, methods for cultivating shared values, pedagogical approaches, team building, assessment strategies – and everything in between – the aspiring or practicing instruction coordinator has much to gain from reading this work.
Author(s): Anne C. Behler
Publisher: Routledge
Year: 2023
Language: English
Pages: 185
City: London
Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Contents
Figures
Tables
Contributors
Introduction
References
Part I: Claiming Our Space: Library Instruction in the Landscape of Higher Education
1. Navigating a Shifting Landscape: Information Literacy in Higher Education
Introduction
Origins
The Standardization Years
The Assessment Mandate
Other Literacies
Other Approaches to Information Literacy
The Framework
Critical Information Literacy
Concluding Thoughts
Note
References
2. Situating Information Literacy within the Institution: Building a Dynamic Program
Introduction
Finding Our Anchors
Information Literacy Course Development
From Course Development to Information Literacy Plan
A Note on Changes in Higher Education
Culture of Assessment at URI
Letting Go?
IL at Other Colleges and Universities
Keene State College, Keene, New Hampshire
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan
Salve Regina University, Newport, Rhode Island
Tulsa Community College, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Reflection
References
Part II: Moving and Growing Together
3. Program Foundations: Establishing Values, Boundaries, and Priorities
Introduction
Scoping the Team and the Work
Trust and Safety
Who Are We?
What Are We Doing?
Why Are We Doing It?
Scoping Individual Roles
Defining and Communicating Roles
Role Evolution
Continued Learning and Succession Planning
Planning, Prioritizing, and Partnering
Priorities and Strategic Planning
Partners and Collaborators in the Library
Partners and Collaborators Beyond the Library
Final Thoughts
References
4. From Individual to Community: Building a Community of Practice around Teaching
Introduction
University of Maryland Libraries Teaching Program
Academic Writing Program
User Education Services Department
Academic Writing Program and Teaching Assistants
A Program Divided
Teaching and Learning Services
Moving Forward
A New Community of Practice
Literature Review
Communities of Practice in Higher Education
Communities of Practice in Libraries
Benefits of COP in Libraries
Example 1: Research and Teaching Fellowship
A New Model for Student Teachers
Shared Enterprise
Mutual Engagement and Community
Shared Repertoire
Creating a Community That Lasts
Example 2: Fearless Teaching Institute
Shared Enterprise
Mutual Engagement & Community
Shared Repertoire
Creating a Community that Lasts
Conclusion
Support from Library Administrators
Intentional Cultivation of Community
References
Part III: Curriculum Development
5. Instruction by Design: Embedding the Library into Curriculum Design
Introduction
Background
C&I Center Work
CSP Library Instruction Program
Expanded Work and Partnerships
Role of the Instruction Coordinator in Curriculum Partnerships
Application
Questions to Consider When Seeking Campus Collaborations
Questions to Consider When Coordinating Instruction
Conclusion
References
6. The Right Tools for the Job: Integrating a Variety of Instructional Modes into an Information Literacy Program
Introduction
Establishing the Need
(Re-)Building Relationships
Developing a Scaffolded and Multi-modal Curriculum
CHEM 01LA: From All-in-One to Just-in-Time Instruction
BIOL 05LA: Teaching Students to "Think Like a Scientist"
NASC 093: Creating Bite-Sized Basic Modules
Evaluation and Iteration
Next Steps
Notes
References
Part IV: Meaningful Assessment
7. Improving Information Literacy Instruction through Programmatic Student Learning Assessment
Introduction
Institutional Context
Developing the Original Student Learning Assessment Plan
Structure of the Student Learning Assessment Plan
Purpose
Theory
Strategic Connections
Structures
Resources
Data Policies
Outcomes
Timeline for Continuous Improvement
Implementation of the Original Student Learning Assessment Plan
Feedback and Training
Assessment Data
Reception by Library Instructors
Review of the Student Learning Assessment Plan
Revised Student Learning Assessment Plan
Outcomes
Data Policies
Additional Assessment Tools
Student Learning Assessment Toolkit
Curriculum Map
Creating a Community of Practice
Evaluation of Assessment Reports
Conclusion
References
Part V: Leading Change
8. That's Not the Way We've Always Done It: Coordinating Research Instruction with Innovation, Teamwork, Assessment, and Collaboration
Introduction
The Catalyst for Change
Introducing Chasers and Multi-sessions
Transforming the Framework into a Rubric
Collaboration for Innovation
Moving Outside the Classroom
Voting Rights
Misinformation/Meme Workshops
College-Wide Colloquia
Ukraine Teach-In
The Poisoned Path Workshops
Learning Communities
Lessons and Conclusion
References
9. Time for a Reboot! Making Space for Instruction Program Development
Introduction
Background
Finding Inspiration
Preparing to Make Space
All Aboard: Enacting a Holistic Communication Plan
Administration
Curricular and Outreach Partners
Library Colleagues
Well-Calculated Risk, Programmatic Rewards
A Lasting Impact
References
Appendix 1: Example Applications of Unique Library Instruction Integrations at Bristol Community College
The Causal Analysis
Lizzie Borden
The Psych Experiment
The Big Question and Infographics
References
Appendix 2: Email Announcing Reboot to ENGL 15 Instructors
Index
