Enhance research strategies assistance through Web design and interactive guides. Students and faculty customize their personal library page to simplify access to electronic resources and services. By the end of their first semester, all students have acquired the basic information and technology competencies required to succeed as students at ASU West. Wide variation in competencies. Method of self-assessment is being developed.
Some students report doing research for the first time during their last semester.
Create a basic competencies requirement for first semester students. Develop appropriate assessment methods. Implement assessment of first time students competencies. Opportunities to develop basic competencies are available and convenient. Library basic skills seminars are offered at various days and times during the semester.