Using a WebCT to Develop a Research Skills Module

Bellew Martin, Kelli and Lee, Jennifer (2003) Using a WebCT to Develop a Research Skills Module. Issues in Science & Technology Librarianship 37.

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Abstract

At the start of every academic year, the University of Calgary Library welcomes 1,000 first-year biology students to basic library research skills sessions. These sessions are traditionally taught in lecture format with a PowerPoint presentation and students following along on computers.
As part of a pilot project in the Fall of 2002, 200 first-year biology students received the session via WebCT. WebCT is the web-based course management system utilized by the University of Calgary1; it delivers course content in addition to assignment submission functions, self-tests and tracking of student activity.

This paper outlines the process and experience of creating and administering the sessions through WebCT and summarizes student feedback and lessons learned.

Keywords:	information literacy biology WebCT
Subjects:	C. Users, literacy and reading. > CD. User training, promotion, activities, education.
ID Code:	7609
Deposited By:	Lee, Jennifer
Deposited On:	23 November 2006
Alternative Locations:	http://www.istl.org/03-spring/article5.html
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