Description
The Fortuitous Teacher: A Guide to Successful One-Shot Library Instruction discusses how librarians have become accidental teachers in the academic university setting. It covers how (if at all) librarians are prepared by MILS programs to teach, compares typical characteristics of teachers versus librarians, and presents tactics on how to learn effective teaching skills on the job. In addition, readers will learn about the history of library instruction, the different types of library instruction, and the dynamics of one-shot library instruction, classroom culture, faculty buy-in, and collaboration.- Examines how MILS programs prepare librarians to teach- Compares the typical characteristics of effective teachers and librarians- Offers advice for new academic librarians who take on the role of classroom teacher- Explores future trends in library instruction and how to apply this to one-shot instruction sessions
Table of Contents
1. The Academic Librarian as 'Accidental Teacher'IntroductionTraditional and changing roles of the academic librarianHow do Library Science programs prepare librarians to teach?Gaining practical teaching experienceCharacteristics of teachers versus librariansThe Teacher LibrarianConclusion2. Types of Library InstructionIntroductionThe history of library instructionTypes of library instructionAcademic library instruction todayOne-Shot library instruction- How is it unique?Conclusion3. Gaining Faculty Buy-inIntroductionThe history of faculty/librarian collaborationThe importance of faculty collaborationWinning strategies for gaining faculty buy-in Planning instruction sessions with facultyConclusion4. Assessing Classroom DynamicsIntroductionPreparing for one-shot instruction sessionsPenetrating the academic classroom culture Show-time: Setting the toneStrategies for engaging student interestPartnering with faculty during instruction sessions Developing classroom management skillsConclusion5. Practical Tips for Successful One-shot InstructionIntroductionAdvice from other academic librariansCreating successful one-shot instruction sessionsAssessment: building on successWhat's next? The future of effective library instructionConclusion
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