By Pu Fang Chiong, Patrick and Wong Kah Wei Abstract: “No, I came in thinking it was a waste of time, but I learnt useful skills that I would use over the course of my PhD. Thank you!” … with these encouraging words from a senior student who attended the module a few semesters ago, […]
Experiences of NUS Librarians as Lecturers of a PhD Engineering Module Read More »
By Ruby Seng and Georgiana Glass Abstract:Starting from April 2018, all first-year Temasek Polytechnic students have to take a common subject, namely, Communication and Information Literacy. As librarians were involved in the curriculum development meetings with lecturers right from the beginning, they proposed to create a self-directed online tutorial which was integrated into the curriculum.
Delivering research skills to all first-year students: The Temasek Polytechnic example Read More »
By Lim Bee Ang and Hannah Dumaual Abstract:Ngee Ann Polytechnic Library has been creating online courseware to support its Library Orientation programme since 2013. Each development is a journey and not a destination. This paper covers the results of a 2013 study by the first author to evaluate the effectiveness of an e-Learning courseware, the
By Kheak Hui Hiang and Agnes Liew Abstract: In today’s information ecosystem, the abundance of information choices and the prevalence of fake news and online falsehoods make information literacy a critical survival skill. Recognising the need to develop info-savvy students to prepare them for the 21st century workplace, a polytechnic library in Singapore seeks to
Transforming Information Literacy Programmes – A Design Thinking Approach Read More »
By Raudhah Binti Muhammad Dahri and Ho Cheng Yong Richard Abstract: Since the Singapore Government published the Green Paper on Deliberate Online Falsehoods in January 2018, there has been an increasing number of concerns related to fake news in Singapore. To join the fight against fake news, two librarians from the National University of Singapore
Librarians Joining the Fight Against Fake News: A NUS Case Study Read More »
By Sara Pek and Damien Wang Abstract: The spread of fake news is a real and serious problem facing many countries including Singapore. Education is one way to empower individuals to discern information. The National Library Board’s SURE (Source, Understand, Research, Evaluate) programme aims to promote information literacy and encourage Singaporeans to think critically when
By: Lim Xiu Ru & Edmund Lee, pp. 51-60 Abstract: This case study describes an online information literacy package developed by a polytechnic library in Singapore. The article describes the context, conceptualization, design considerations, and evaluation of the package, which was integrated into two of three General Education modules at Singapore Polytechnic (SP). Designed as
Building an Information Literate Community the “E” Way Read More »
By: Wong Kah Wei & Sim Chuin Peng, pp. 10-21 Abstract: The term “embedded librarian” is a redefinition of the professional identity of the librarian. Working beyond the confines of a library, the embedded librarian seeks to understand and respond authentically to students’ information needs within their natural environment. NUS Libraries has been facing increasing
By: Bethany Wilkes, pp. 1-9 Abstract: The Association of College and Research Library’s (ACRL) Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education is a key document for developing and guiding information literacy programmes. In this opinion piece the author posits that the Framework is inclusive of themes and elements that support digital literacy as well, whether it
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