Old or New Library Instructional Models
Adapted from the 11th National AASL conference presentation by Linda Kim and Violet H Harada ”Problem-Based Instruction: Making Learning Real” 25 October, 2003
OLD LIBRARY NEW
Warehouse
Forum for information, ideas, and participation
Library Instructional Model
OLD LIBRARIAN NEW
Book finderBookkeeperBook selector
Co-TeacherInformation ConsultantInstructional Partner
Library Instructional Model
OLD ACCESS NEW
Limited to 1 class a period, once a week
Unlimited for individualsSeveral classes a period
Library Instructional Model
OLD RESOURCES NEW
PrintNon-print
Print, Non-printElectronic DatabasesHome Access
Library Instructional Model
OLD INSTRUCTION NEW
Generic “library” skills in isolation on a rigid schedule
Information literacy and critical thinking skills integrated into curriculum
Library Instructional Model
TOPIC LIBRARIANS PROBLEM-BASED
Librarian collects resources and helps students
Librarian and teacher develop assignment and teach as a team.
Topic or Problem-Based Research?
TOPIC TEACHERS PROBLEM BASED
Teacher and librarian dispense information
Teacher and librarian guide, question, and encourage.
Topic or Problem-Based Research?
TOPIC STUDENTS PROBLEM BASED
Students record and report information
Students solve problems and think about essential questions
Topic or Problem-Based research?
TOPIC INFORMATION
PROBLEM BASED
Information is gained from textbooks and browser-selected websites
Information is obtained from library books, journals and recommended websites
Topic or Problem-Based Research?
TOPIC LEARNING PROBLEM-BASED
Learning focuses on facts and answers
Learning focuses on questions and debate.
Topic or Problem-Based Research?
Topic or Problem-Based Research?
TOPIC GOAL PROBLEM-BASED
Information is the goal
Generating new knowledge and understanding is the goal
