ERIC Number: ED142231
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 1977
Pages: 99
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The Use of a University Library's Subject Catalogue: Report of a Research Project.
Wilkinson, E.H.; And Others
This report outlines the development and evaluation of a library instruction program at Macquarie University in Australia designed to help students use the subject catalog more quickly and effectively. Phase I of development established: (1) objectives; (2) two methods of teaching--performance instruction and simulation of a real library situation; (3) two programs similar in sequence and content-- audio-tutorial with tape and mini-catalog for individuals and tape/slide for group instruction; and (4) three evaluation instruments--objective test on effective use of the subject catalog, performance test on search ability, and attitude survey. Trials revealed a weakness in failure to consider in detail the level of knowledge and skills to be reached by students. Phase II concentrated on curriculum development and combined the original programs. Evaluation instruments included background information, reaction to program, tasks tests, and six parallel versions of a skills test. The program was judged successful in methodological aims and partly successful in program aims, based on trial administration to randomly selected students and groups. Plans for implementing the program and suggestions for adapting it to other libraries and age groups are discussed. Bibliography and other references are attached, as well as tests, scripts, evaluation forms, and surveys. (KP)
Publication Type: Reports - Research
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Sponsor: Australian Advisory Committee on Research and Development in Education, Canberra.
Authoring Institution: Macquarie Univ., North Ryde (Australia).
Identifiers - Location: Australia
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