Planning for bibliographic instruction Classes should be scheduled as far in advance as possible. Timing the session to coincide with the assignment is crucial to student motivation. To schedule a presentation, call your liaison librarian . The librarian will need to know the details about your class assignment, when it is due, what sources you feel should be included, and when you would like the class scheduled. Faculty participation Faculty members are encourged to attend the session.
Students are more motivated if the instructor demonstrates an interest in the program by attending.
Communication is improved when the instructor is present to add comments, ask questions about sources to increase students' understanding, and answer questions about the assignment. Since new sources are constantly added the the library's collection, attending the session keeps the instructor informed about sources the students will encounter. All rights reserved.