This selected bibliography on the evaluation of library use instruction lists some of the more recent basic resources in education and psychology as well as in the library field. (Author/CLB)

This book, on the process of becoming a library teacher at the postsecondary level, is divided into two parts. Part 1, "Library Instruction as Performance," is devoted to the presentation techniques that are the basis for good instruction. Chapters in this part cover performance anxiety, taming teaching terror, preparing oneself…

Library Pathfinders into the Social Sciences--alternatives to standard techniques used in the teaching of subject reference and bibliography--are described. (1 reference) (SJ)

Games have only recently been accepted as educational tools, but their potential value is yet to be realized. It is suggested that school library media specialists should investigate this method for actively involving students in the learning process. Game construction and a sample game are included. (Author/CMV)

Presents an evaluation study of library instructional lessons for University students using PLATO. (CWM)

Briefly describes the methods used to provide library orientation (an introduction to the physical plant, policies, procedures and resources of the library) and library instruction (bibliographic and research skills) in Nigerian medical libraries. (five references) (CLB)

Describes an instructional model for teaching library skills which consists of a 30-minute lecture followed by a 20-minute exercise. Assumptions about learning and the educational process are discussed as well as goal-setting for the class and exercise. It is suggested that this format could be applied to other disciplines. (10 references) (MES)

Reviews controversies over different conceptions of critical thinking and its application to education. Discusses the relevance to and impact of critical thinking on bibliographic instruction. (JKP)

A new model of library instruction assessment--a 360 degrees analysis--is needed to address the many facets of the teaching process. This model establishes interconnections in all aspects of instruction and requires a multi-faceted approach that incorporates assessment in every stage of teaching and learning. At The University of Montana Mansfield…

Results of a 1980 survey are tabulated to provide a view of the scope and diversity of materials and activities for library instruction at the 36 Kansas academic libraries which responded to the questionnaire. The questionnaire, included as an appendix, addressed staffing, including qualifications and evaluation; funding; methods used in library…

Provides practical counsel for high school librarians for instructing students in basic research methods. Librarians are urged to use a vivid search strategy such as a flow chart and to provide hands-on experience in the classroom. Sample flow charts and a bibliographic search exercise are included. (CDD)

Offered as an alternative to the search strategy model for bibliographic instruction, the approach to library instruction in psychology which is described involves analysis of the natural structure of the research literature. An example using Festinger's theory of cognitive dissonance is presented. Twelve references are cited. (EJS)

Outlines the principles of instructional development as they are related to particular situations faced by librarians who teach library skills. Fifty-six references are cited. (FM)

Describes the tutorial library instruction program at Berea College which is based entirely on tutorial procedures. (Author/RAA)