Library 2.0 and information competency in California community college distance education programs: A descriptive study
by Oxford, Ronald Lynn, Ed.D., CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FRESNO, 2010, 112 pages; 3424359

Abstract:

This descriptive research study was designed to explore how California Community Colleges are integrating Information Competency (IC) into their distance education programs and if they are using Library 2.0 tools to accomplish this. A secondary component of the study was designed to discover what types of assessments are in place and if they are linked to Student Learning Outcomes. A researcher designed descriptive survey was the method of data collection. The survey gathered both qualitative and quantitative data by utilizing open and closed ended questions. Along with the growing importance of teaching information skills to students is the expanding usage by this generation of Web 2.0 tools such as social networking sites, blogs, chat, and a host of other web-based tools. The study was intended to expand the understanding of library professionals in how this changing education environment is being addressed by college librarians and how they are meeting the needs of an increasing online curriculum. Of the 110 colleges surveyed 54 responded for a response rate of 49%. Experimentation with even the newest social networking tools like Virtual Worlds was taking place. Information Competency (IC) instruction online seemed to mirror what is being done face-to-face and very few colleges had IC requirements in place for receiving fully online degrees. Some results were expected and others were unexpected. The lack of assessment taking place being the most unexpected considering the current push by accrediting bodies for accountability.

 
AdviserRon Unruh
SchoolCALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FRESNO
SourceDAI/A 71-10, p. , Oct 2010
Source TypeDissertation
SubjectsLibrary science; Information technology; Information science
Publication Number3424359
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