Looking for instructional support for addressing a troublesome task? Librarians can help. We provide customized instruction for the complex digital and information literacy skills required to find, evaluate, analyze, manage, and integrate information sources appropriately and ethically within a variety of contexts. If you have a research-based assessment with a particularly troublesome task, contact your Faculty Liaison Librarian to discuss how best to support students.
Librarians offer instructional support for a variety of digital and information literacy topics, including (but not limited to):
Librarians refer to the conceptual understandings, knowledge practices, and dispositions outlined in the Framework for Information Literacy for all instructional support activities.
Workshops led by librarians are generally 30-90 minutes in length and may be offered online or in-class. Workshops typically include a lecture as well as a hands-on activity. It's recommended that students have access to a laptop or mobile device for hands-on practice during research sessions.
We ask that instructors request a workshop and complete the following at least one week before the workshop:
Your librarian can help design and align a variety of learning objects to information literacy standards:
Ask your Librarian about adding ready-made content to your SLATE course!
Personalized consultations and drop-in office hours provide targeted support for individual and group assignments. Sessions are generally 15-30 minutes in length. Consultations are best suited for:
Due to time constraints, consultations and office hours for specific courses are provided at the librarian's discretion. Ask your librarian if your course assignment qualifies.
Learn more about our Workshops and Curriculum Support.