Information Literacy Instruction

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Effective ILI methods

Abstract:

This chapter will focus on choosing an effective ILI method by presenting comparisons of the different methods mentioned in Chapter 2, traditional lecture instruction, active learning, computer assisted, learner centered and self directed. The chapter also presents evidence from a number of studies that show when one method is more effective over another method depending on the objective of the ILI program. Additionally, evidence is provided from several studies showing participants prefer the FTF method. There is also a section on how to select an effective method based on comparisons of methods. Considering all variables and making the best choice are challenging and hopefully this chapter reduces some of ...