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A Framework For The Multiple Roles Of Librarians In Problem-Based Learning, Jolene Miller
A Framework For The Multiple Roles Of Librarians In Problem-Based Learning, Jolene Miller
Jolene M. Miller
Librarians are playing numerous roles within problem-based learning curricula. While many of these roles are described in the literature, there is no framework to describe and organize these roles. This paper proposes such a framework. It arranges librarian roles according to level of curricular involvement and includes the following levels: assistance at the reference desk, instruction at the reference desk, course-related instruction, resource management and utilization, consultation with faculty and students, and group facilitation.
Problem-Based Learning Inside And Out: Multiple Roles For Librarians, Jolene Miller
Problem-Based Learning Inside And Out: Multiple Roles For Librarians, Jolene Miller
Jolene M. Miller
As an active learning technique, problem-based learning benefits students by encouraging them to apply what they have learned in class to real-world problems and by improving their information literacy skills. Librarians working in institutions with problem-based learning are most familiar with with these students through reference encounters. Our participation in problem-based learning, however, should not be limited to the reference desk. Librarians can and should play multiple roles in their institutions' problem-based learning curricula. This poster describes five levels of librarian participation in problem-based learning (reference assistance to students, information literacy training for students, consultations with departmental faculty regarding available …