Using the Web to Teach Library Research Skills in Introductory Biology: A Collaboration Between Faculty and Librarians

Theme: All Topics

Authors

  • Colin Orians Tufts University
  • Laurie Sabol Tufts University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29173/istl1472

Abstract

Web-based instruction is an effective way, if used correctly, to teach students how to use library resources. In this article we describe a collaboration between the Department of Biology and the Library to develop such a web site for introductory biology. Our goals were to develop early in the students' careers library research skills, to show that such skills are necessary for effective scientific communication, and to provide students with varied backgrounds the skills to independently identify, locate, evaluate and use the library's resources. In addition to describing the site, we discuss ongoing changes to the web site and to the course that have improved its effectiveness. Student evaluations suggest we have met our goals, and colleagues have used the site as a foundation for the development of a more advanced site.

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Published

1999-08-20

How to Cite

Orians, C., & Sabol, L. (1999). Using the Web to Teach Library Research Skills in Introductory Biology: A Collaboration Between Faculty and Librarians: Theme: All Topics. Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship, (23). https://doi.org/10.29173/istl1472

Issue

No. 23 (1999): Summer (Theme: All Topics)

Section

Board Accepted Articles

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