Empowering Students: A Motivational Approach to Instruction

Session Description
A significant number of studies have shown that students rely on consistent and risk-averse research strategies and are unmotivated to engage critically with information. In an effort to increase this motivation, an instructional design librarian incorporated elements of self-determination theory (SDT) from the field of motivation into an online information literacy module. This presentation will discuss the design and assessment of the module, including its impact on student outcomes, such as perceived autonomy and competence (components of SDT) and research assignment grade. Using an interdisciplinary approach, the session will provide evidence-based strategies for designing meaningful instruction and igniting student motivation.

Designing Pedagogy and Teaching with AR/VR technologies in Academic Libraries

Session Description
In this session the presenters will introduce their experience building a for-credit library course focusing on using Virtual Reality (VR) for teaching and learning, how their pedagogy evolved over time, and how this initiative informed a new library service. Presenters will share their learning experiences with attendees who hope to incorporate VR into their educational programming. At the end of this session, participants will have a basic familiarity with terminology and resources necessary for beginning VR-focused endeavors and avoid common pitfalls. Anyone interested in building a VR-focused service is welcome. No experience is necessary to engage in this conversation.

Scaffolded Learning Using an Interactive Tutorial: moving from a one-shot into an in-class exercise using an interactive tutorial for scaffolded learning about literature searching

Session Description
Learn how to adapt a traditional one-shot into an engaging, measurable, collaborative in-class exercise using LibWizard. Participants will focus on how to capture and demonstrate the value of information literacy in a classroom environment.

Breaking Disciplinary Boundaries: Recasting the Narrative with Data

Session Description
What happens when a faculty member in an academic discipline that you know very little about approaches you with questions about measuring the impact of his research beyond his own field? It can be a daunting experience to dive into such a question, but it can also be an opportunity to demonstrate the value of librarians’ expertise and research skills, which can cross disciplinary boundaries. In this session, you will have the opportunity to walk through the research process with two librarians who faced just such a scenario and hear about their strategies for tackling the question at hand.

Gamifying Library Instruction

Session Description
Are you searching for new, innovative ways to engage your students in the library and in the classroom? Gaming is the answer! Learn how to use games in the library to teach information literacy, motivate students to use library resources, and perform informal assessments. A myriad of games will be showcased, including trivia games, escape rooms, and online games.

The Museum as an Extension of the Library: Embracing John Cotton Dana’s Vision in a Modern Academic Library

Session Description
We often think of libraries and museums as separate entities, but library and museum theorist John Cotton Dana saw them as two entities that are complementary and intertwined. As libraries in the 21st century are pushed to make the case for their own value, Dana’s vision of the linked library and museum may provide opportunities to further communicate the value of both institutions to diverse communities. This presentation will explore the experiences of librarians at a public, land-grant institution and the impact that the integration of permanent museum spaces into the main campus library has had.

Helping Students with Autism Succeed: Practical Tips for Academic Librarians

Session Description
The number of college students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is growing rapidly. Learn the traits and characteristics of ASD and how it impacts college students. We will share concrete strategies for communicating with students with ASD. These strategies will apply to a variety of circumstances, such as helping students at service points, providing library instruction, or working with student employees.