@article{436716, author = {McAdoo, Monty L.}, url = {http://library.usi.edu/record/436716}, title = {Fundamentals of library instruction /}, publisher = {American Library Association,}, abstract = {Being a great teacher is part and parcel of being a great librarian. In this book, the author, a veteran instruction services librarian lays out the fundamentals of the discipline in easily accessible language. Succinctly covering the topic from top to bottom, he: Offers an overview of the historical context of library instruction, drawing on recent research in learning theory to help the instructor choose the most effective strategies for any situation; Shows readers how to assess the information needs of a given audience, how to develop a curriculum for teaching information literacy, and how to fit an appropriate amount of content into the allotted time; Addresses the pros and cons of online versus face-to-face instruction; Includes methods for publicizing the availability of the library's learning opportunities. With expert guidance for putting theory into practice, this book helps librarians connect with students as effectively as possible.}, recid = {436716}, pages = {x, 112 p. ;}, address = {Chicago :}, year = {2012}, }