Embedded Librarianship and Blended Learning

An Enhancing Combination to Increase Effectiveness of Information Literacy Training

Authors

  • Rebecca van Beem Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
  • Peter Becker The Hague University of Applied Sciences

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29173/iasl7508

Keywords:

Embedded librarianship, blended learning, information literacy, information research

Abstract

The library of the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences has wide experience in providing different kinds of training in information literacy. For a long time the formats for these trainings were mostly standalone library instructions and online training. However, slowly over the last few years a shift towards workshops that are integrated into courses of various study programs has taken place. The reason for this transition is in line with the philosophy of embedded librarianship. Embedded information literacy training should be more successful than standalone instructions, but what other factors influence its success and how to increase its effectiveness even further? The library of the Rotterdam University has examined this question by not only embedding a complete information literacy course into the curriculum, but also by selecting blended learning as an innovative educational model for it.

Author Biographies

Rebecca van Beem, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences

Rebecca van Beem has been working as a Senior Librarian at Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences in The Netherlands since 2012. Her main professional topic is teaching information literacy. As a qualified teacher she focusses on enhancing the effectiveness of information literacy skills by developing training programs and aiming at embedding information literacy training into curricula.

Peter Becker, The Hague University of Applied Sciences

Peter Becker is Senior Lecturer Information Management at The Hague University of Applied Sciences. He wrote several publications about information management, blended learning and open education. Together with four colleagues he developed a blended learning course for information literacy.

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Published

2021-02-22

Issue

2015: IASL Conference Proceedings (Maastricht, Netherlands): The School Library Rocks: Living it, Learning it, Loving it

Section

Professional Papers

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