Barbara A. Shaffer
2011.1.1Journal of Library and Information Services in Distance Learning
tlooto Summary
Results support online information literacy instruction as equivalent in terms of learning and student feedback showed a statistically significant difference between groups in student satisfaction, with the face-to-face group being more satisfied.
Abstract
Graduate students are a significant segment in online instruction programs, yet little is known about how well they learn the necessary library research skills in this increasingly popular mode of distance learning. This pre- and posttest study and citation analysis examined learning and confidence among students in graduate education programs, comparing students studying online tutorials, delivered via a course management system, with students receiving hands-on classroom instruction. Results support online information literacy instruction as equivalent in terms of learning. Student feedback, however, showed a statistically significant difference between groups in student satisfaction, with the face-to-face group being more satisfied.
Citation format
SHAFFER, Barbara A. Graduate student library research skills: Is online instruction effective? Journal of Library and Information Services in Distance Learning, 2011, 5: 35–55.