'Let me learn' or 'just the answer'? Research consultations and Dweck's theories of intelligence.

Psychologist Carol Dweck identified the fixed and incremental theories of intelligence, which could affect how students navigate the research process, including if they will seek help from a librarian and what they intend to take away from that interaction. This study explores whether students who made research consultation appointments with a librarian subscribed to a particular theory of intelligence in order to provide evidence that can be used to inform and transform our practice

Let me learn' or 'just the answer'? Research consultations and Dweck's theories of intelligence

Psychologist Carol Dweck identified the fixed and incremental theories of intelligence, which could affect how students navigate the research process, including if they will seek help from a librarian and what they intend to take away from that interaction. This study explores whether students who made research consultation appointments with a librarian subscribed to a particular theory of intelligence in order to provide evidence that can be used to inform and transform our practice

You've Got Them In, Now Get Them Involved: A Hands-on Approach to Library Instruction for Freshmen

What are the most important things that freshmen should take away from their first session in the library? This session will explore the answer to that question as attendees learn how librarians revamped their library orientation program for first-year students in order to introduce them to information literacy skills and library resources in a more engaging way. No more passively watching tutorials and listening to lectures — students get their hands dirty as they’re immersed in the research process. Attendees will also have the opportunity to share their own experiences and discuss what’s worked for them and what hasn’t

Dynamic Duo: Reference and Instruction Are Better Together

Reference and instruction are often seen as separate entities, despite both being fundamental aspects of public services. When they are viewed as two sides of the same coin, however, this facilitates the development of more formal and informal teaching and learning opportunities between students and librarians. This coordination also creates opportunities to connect with faculty and students in new and exciting ways, including a potential increase in face-to-face reference interactions. After a brief description of the presenters’ successful experiences with this approach, attendees will be invited to brainstorm and/or share ideas about what they are doing at their own institutions