Pedagogy, practice and information literacy: a constructivist learning model.
Type of Presentation
Individual paper/presentation (20 minute presentation)
Target Audience
Higher Education
Location
Room 211
Proposal
Innovative pedagogy when combined with educational technology facilitate learning, retention and knowledge transfer. When seen through the lens of constructivist learning models that aligns instruction with real-world problems, the students’ ability to retain what they learn and more importantly transfer their knowledge to other disciplines increase. This case study follows a community college’s two-pronged approach to improving student learning outcomes.
First, the library embarked on its first assessment of information literacy instruction using an information literacy pre-and post-test. This tool was designed mapped to student learning outcomes, ACRL standards, performance indicators and outcomes rubric for learning. Pre-and post-test beta testing occurred in five English 1010 courses. Full implementation tested 50% of information literacy sessions to obtain baseline learning outcomes. The next phase built on assessment data to improve not only instruction but also student learning outcomes.
Secondly, in order improve critical thinking and information literacy student core competencies, a cadre of interactive videos were designed using narrative and storytelling as tools to enhance retention and knowledge transfer. These instructional videos with embedded quizzes were designed, developed, implemented and evaluated to provide a framework for ongoing assessment. Case study results, lessons learned and next steps are provided to substantiate and advance critical thinking and learning.
Presentation Description
In a world of increased disruption, teaching students how to think and learn are ongoing challenges. Yet, as teaching librarians, we seek to engage students, empower learning and envision success. Critical thinking and information literacy skills are essential for disenfranchised populations in community colleges. This constructivist learning model case study articulates the framework for assessment of information literacy instruction and interactive instructional videos designed for a community college. Case study results, lessons learned and next steps are provided to substantiate and advance critical thinking and learning.
Session Goals
n/a
Keywords
pedagogy, information literacy, assessment, constructivist learning, interactive videos
Publication Type and Release Option
Presentation (Open Access)
Recommended Citation
Giltrud, Marianne, "Pedagogy, practice and information literacy: a constructivist learning model." (2017). Georgia International Conference on Information Literacy. 42.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/gaintlit/2017/2017/42
Pedagogy, practice and information literacy: a constructivist learning model.
Room 211
Innovative pedagogy when combined with educational technology facilitate learning, retention and knowledge transfer. When seen through the lens of constructivist learning models that aligns instruction with real-world problems, the students’ ability to retain what they learn and more importantly transfer their knowledge to other disciplines increase. This case study follows a community college’s two-pronged approach to improving student learning outcomes.
First, the library embarked on its first assessment of information literacy instruction using an information literacy pre-and post-test. This tool was designed mapped to student learning outcomes, ACRL standards, performance indicators and outcomes rubric for learning. Pre-and post-test beta testing occurred in five English 1010 courses. Full implementation tested 50% of information literacy sessions to obtain baseline learning outcomes. The next phase built on assessment data to improve not only instruction but also student learning outcomes.
Secondly, in order improve critical thinking and information literacy student core competencies, a cadre of interactive videos were designed using narrative and storytelling as tools to enhance retention and knowledge transfer. These instructional videos with embedded quizzes were designed, developed, implemented and evaluated to provide a framework for ongoing assessment. Case study results, lessons learned and next steps are provided to substantiate and advance critical thinking and learning.
