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Publication Date: 2016-Jul
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Using Rubrics to Assess Learning in Course-Integrated Library Instruction
Gariepy, Laura W.; Stout, Jennifer A.; Hodge, Megan L.
portal: Libraries and the Academy, v16 n3 p491-509 Jul 2016
Librarians face numerous challenges when designing effective, sustainable methods for assessing student learning outcomes in one-shot, course-integrated library instruction sessions. We explore the use of rubrics to programmatically assess authentic learning exercises completed in one-shot library sessions for a large, required sophomore-level research and writing course. We discuss our findings, as well as how results are used and subsequently impact our information literacy initiatives on a programmatic level. This model is scalable and can be adapted for class size, time, and subject matter.
Descriptors: Library Instruction, Scoring Rubrics, Academic Achievement, Outcomes of Education, Information Literacy, Librarians, Academic Libraries, Library Associations, Performance Based Assessment, Writing Instruction, Writing Skills, Writing (Composition), Worksheets, Interrater Reliability, Correlation, Comparative Analysis
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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