Pitt CC Library, along with most academic libraries across the nation, is busy assessing and revisiting library instruction options as we prepare for the return of in-person library visits. How will it work for those students who have gotten used to the convenience and flexibility of Zoom and WebEx sessions? Will faculty find it harder to incorporate library instruction into their courses as they work to help ease their students’ transition back to face-to-face meetings?
More than ever, it is critical not to lose sight of the positive aspects of asynchronous practices and how they might be applied to synchronous class settings. In addition to blending the practices of both formats, we must accept the fact that this will be a drastic shift for the student body and instructional staff alike as we make the return to our “old” normal.
The good news is that PCC librarians are here and eager to help! Allow us to help ease the burden by scheduling library instruction for your classes this upcoming academic year. We are excited to be able to provide one-time sessions or recurring library instruction as needed to help eliminate research anxiety and make the use of library resources less scary for your students.
What else can PCC librarians do for you and your students?
Customize library instruction to fit your specific course needs
Create research guides (LibGuides) to help your students with the research process from beginning to end
Develop self-guided assignments to help students retain what they’ve learned
Encourage positive library relationships through brief librarian visits in your own classroom (these can be as casual as you’d like)
Cultivate students’ confidence in searching for and using library resources through one-on-one consultations
Provide students with multiple options for the use of physical library spaces to support their diverse learning styles
We look forward to working with you and helping you in whatever ways we can as the PCC community returns to campus in the fall. If you would like to request a library instruction session, review the instruction calendar for available dates, then complete the Library Instructional Support Request Form.
We hope to see you soon!
Brittany N. Champion, MLS
Instruction & Outreach Librarian
bnchampion711@my.pittcc.edu
(252) 493-7362
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