In support of the teaching mission of the University, the University Library’s Instruction Program offers a variety of services to support faculty in their teaching and to inspire SCU students to develop comprehensive information literacy and critical thinking skills that contribute to their successes as students and as lifelong learners.
SCU librarians and staff can provide course-integrated library instruction both through in-person instruction and/or through the creation of online instructional materials, such as guides and tutorials. We also provide faculty workshops related to various aspects of information literacy and assignment design.
To get started contact your subject librarian or one of the administrators of the program:
Nicole Branch
Associate University Librarian for Learning and Engagement
nbranch@scu.edu
408.554-5436
Kelci Baughman McDowell
Instruction Coordinator for CTW; Undergraduate Learning Librarian
kbaughmanmcdowell@scu.edu
408.554-5438
Information literacy instruction is most effective when it is fully integrated into the learning goals of your class. Here are some of the ways that librarians can work with you to provide information literacy instruction and learning resources to students.
The following best practices for faculty and instructors to follow can help us create an engaging learning atmosphere and conduct relevant library instruction: