Library Instruction Annotated Bibliography

Evaluation and Assessment

by Carla Wilson Buss

Cook, Kim N., Lilith R. Kunkel and Susan M. Weaver. “Cooperative Learning in Bibliographic Instruction.” Research Strategies 13.1 (1995): 17-25.

Discusses the use of cooperative learning techniques in BI and compares them to the more traditional lecture-style BI session. A research study was conducted in order to determine the effectiveness of instruction for the two difference approaches. Tables present the questions used in the student evaluation forms, as well as the survey results.

Martin, Lynne M. and Trudi E. Jacobson. “Introduction to Library Instruction Revisited. Bibliographic Instruction Comes of Age.” Reference Librarian 51/52 (1995): 5-13.

This is an introduction to a new volume on BI and considers the history and evolution of this topic. Evaluation is discussed, although no forms or questions are presented.

Moore-Jansen, Cathy. “What Difference Does it Make? One Study on Student Background and the Evaluation of Library Instruction.” Research Strategies 15.1 (1997): 26-38.

Presents the results of a six-year study of student evaluations of BI for an undergraduate anthropology class at Wichita State University. Students were given a pre-test as well as a post-test which sought to elicit student attitudes about confidence in using the library, effectiveness of instruction, and so on. The data indicate a clear relationship between student interest in the course and giving the BI session a positive rating. The author makes suggestions as to kinds of questions to use on the evaluation forms as well as offering conclusions about the results.

Turner, Diane J. and Marilyn Grotzky. “They Teach Too: A Role for Paraprofessionals in Library Instruction.” Reference Librarian 51/52 (1995): 181-193.

Discusses the role that paraprofessionals can play in BI and the benefits which are reaped by both staff and librarians. Also indicates how sessions are evaluated by students based on the amount of coercion required for their attendance. Does not state the types of questions asked or give examples.

Tiefel, Virginia M. “Library User Education: Examining Its Past, Projecting Its Future.” Library Trends 44.2 (1995): 318-338.

The author examines the impact of technology, economic factors and changes in the educational system and the impact on library instruction. In an overview, the author provides a definition and a history of BI. A review of the role of evaluation in BI is presented. There are no forms or questions provided.

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