Author: Li, Xuejing

Source: Library Management, Volume 27, Numbers 6-7, 2006 , pp. 362-369(8)

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Abstract:

<B>Purpose</B> - This purpose of this paper is to describe the course of information literacy given by the Chongqing University library to cultivate university students' information awareness. Up-to-date information retrieval skills, comprehensive document skills and innovative thinking are encouraged. <B>Design/methodology/approach</B> - Adopts a range of innovative teaching/learning methodologies using modern teaching methods and materials; and combines these with scientific and technical consultation and patent agent cases. Describes how this course has been brought into the university undergraduate and graduate teaching plan. <B>Findings</B> - The utilization rates for documents and resources in the library have improved; and many other social benefits have been achieved. <B>Originality/value</B> - Will guide others wishing to set up an information literacy education course and enhance the information literacy of university students.

Keywords: China; Information retrieval; Library networks; Students; Teaching; University libraries

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/01435120610702350

Publication date: 2006-07-01

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