New Methods of Teaching and Learning in Libraries

Ann Whitney Gleason

This forward-thinking book offers insights into transformative approaches that librarians can adopt to engage users, enhance information literacy, and foster lifelong learning. Whether you’re interested in flipped classrooms, active learning techniques, or incorporating emerging technologies, this book provides practical strategies and case studies to inspire innovation in library education. Perfect for librarians, educators, and information specialists, it’s your guide to redefining teaching and learning experiences in libraries for the modern era.

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New Methods of Teaching and Learning in Libraries

Ann Whitney Gleason

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Pages: 200 โ€ข Trim: 6ยผ x 9ยฝ
978-1-4422-6410-6 โ€ข Hardback โ€ข October 2016 โ€ข $129.00 โ€ข (ยฃ99.00)
978-1-4422-6411-3 โ€ข Paperback โ€ข October 2016 โ€ข $76.00 โ€ข (ยฃ58.00)
978-1-4422-6412-0 โ€ข eBook โ€ข October 2016 โ€ข $68.00 โ€ข (ยฃ52.00)

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New Methods of Teaching and Learning in Libraries is a one-stop introduction to the role of technology in teaching and learning in libraries.

Emerging models of library instruction and library support of instruction will be presented. Increasingly, librarians are called upon to partner with educational faculty and community members to deliver content and support innovative educational initiatives. Since libraries reach across academic disciplines and provide resources for the greater community, they are uniquely positioned to provide services and technologies that are available to many, bringing innovation out of silos and facilitating innovation in the community.

Chapters covered include:

ยท Active Learning in Collaborative Spaces
ยท Creating Library Spaces that Foster Creation
ยท Teaching Beyond the Library Walls
ยท Teaching Skills for Career Success
ยท Multimedia in Library Education
ยท The Future of Mobile Libraries
ยท Teaching and Learning in the Library of the Future

Innovative programs will be highlighted and practical examples will be provided.

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