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This is Jeopardy with Billie Trebek: An Exciting Approach to Student Learning in Library Instruction. Billie E. Walker Penn State University. 2003 Guidelines for Instruction Programs in Academic Libraries -ACRL. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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This is Jeopardy with Billie Trebek: An Exciting Approach to Student Learning in
Library Instruction
Billie E. Walker
Penn State University
2003 Guidelines for Instruction Programs in Academic Libraries -ACRL
Employ active learning strategies and techniques that require learners to develop critical thinking skills in concert with information literacy skills
With various learners more than one mode of instruction should be used.
Learning StylesSource: First Steps Towards Understanding the Net
Collaborative: comfortable working in teams Achievement oriented Believe in merit-based systems Impatient: tune out if not interested Communicate through social networks Non-linear: visual literacy, multi-media
literacy
Why Use Games?
They are fun!!!
They can lower anxiety which can help with input
The use of games involve learning opportunities at several levels
Self-assessment and Instant Feedback!
Generate good library public relations
When and How To Use in Games in Your Presentations
Use games to enhance learning and motivate students
Use at any stage of the lesson when appropriate
Prizes (Candy, High-Lighters, Sharpies, etc.)
What We Need to Play the Game:
Laptop
LCD Projector
Smart Board
Power Point Template (http://www.libraries.psu.edu/berks/how.html)
Why Use Theatrics?
Make teaching more enjoyable
Draws attention to you and the topic being covered
Increase retention
Make learning more enjoyable
LibraryHome Page
LibraryHome Page
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Information
Literacy IQ
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An article that have passed An article that have passed through a rigorous review through a rigorous review process by the author’s peers.process by the author’s peers.
What isScholarly or
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Be Yourself
in the classroom this requires a constant renegotiation of the balance of forces within you and between you and your students
Student Feedback and Conclusions
I enjoyed the game because it help to reinforce stuff you mentioned
You rock! You made this library session fun
This was a great chance to get candy and review the material
