The iPad in Library Instruction: Collaborative Inquiry for Information Retrieval

Sullivan, Rebecca

doi:10.1080/10691316.2014.906794

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“…Much of the literature has centered on the use of tablets in libraries’ public service areas, such as traditional and roving reference, or for circulation programs, as well as for internal use by library staff as productivity tools[2]. Although Gibeault (2015, p. 221) asserts that “[…] the iPad represents strong potential as a replacement for desktop computers for use in undergraduate library instruction sessions,” a bulk of the research maintains that tablets are not yet poised to overthrow the superior computational and functional capacity of desktop or laptop computers (Nguyen et al , 2015, Sullivan, 2014; Tran and Meadow, 2014; Maloney and Wells, 2012). A more likely challenger to the traditional desktop or laptop computer would be a hybrid device such as the Microsoft Surface Pro series, which incorporates the power of a laptop with a touchscreen.…”

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iPad and android tablets: wonder pills or placebo for academic library staff?

Reyes

Giullian

Devlin

2017

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Purpose This paper describes the creation and work of a collaborative learning community, consisting of library staff from a variety of library departments. The purpose of this paper is to build proficiency in using tablet devices and to explore the potential application of tablets to various types of library work. Design/methodology/approach Data were collected from discussion sessions, journals, and a survey, which documented participants’ experiences in learning how to use tablets and how they applied them to work-related tasks. Findings The project helped increase participants’ awareness of different types of work across the library, encouraged inter-departmental communication, and provided an open environment for asking questions, trouble-shooting, and sharing tips about using tablets. Participants mastered basic functions and navigation and explored ways to use tablets in their work. Portability was the top advantage of the tablet. Originality/value Although participants found tablets to be convenient and portable for some tasks, they are not ready to entirely replace office computers for library work. Laptops remain a more flexible and powerful option at this time.

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iPad and android tablets: wonder pills or placebo for academic library staff?

Reyes

Giullian

Devlin

2017

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“…While these types of lending and reference programs continue to evolve, scholarly conversations are shifting toward how iPads can enhance student learning within the instruction classroom. Sullivan of Iowa’s Luther College and Julian of Brigham Young University both purchased iPads with plans for creating hands-on teaching spaces in their respective libraries (Julian, 2013; Sullivan, 2014). Sullivan praises the iPads’ mobility, ease of use and promotion of peer-to-peer learning.…”

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Communal and student-centered

Woxland

Cochran

Davis

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Purpose This paper aims to investigate how teaching information creation as a process in a decentralized library classroom impacts student learning and engagement. Design/methodology/approach By using mobile technologies (iPads) and a targeted lesson design, the authors explored how these devices can be incorporated into threshold pedagogy. The study took place in a second-year composition course and was taught by librarians during a class session. Findings The findings supported by pre- and post-test scores, textual analysis and observations show that iPads did add to the engagement and learning of some students. The discussion includes student responses to the iPads, the decentralized roles of the librarian and instructor, the use of social media as an engagement tool and possible adaptations to the lesson. Originality/value This paper provides practical ideas for using iPads in higher education to engage students, particularly in targeting learning outcomes that emphasize on the changing nature and impact of the information creation process.

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“…The authors believe adding ethics discussions to library classes will aid in developing "a holistic approach to plagiarism instruction". Sullivan, R. (2014), "The iPad in library instruction: collaborative inquiry for information retrieval", College & Undergraduate Libraries, Vol. 21 No.…”

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“…Furthermore, several articles (Arnold-Garza, 2014;Wilcox Brooks, 2014) discuss the increasingly popular "flipped classroom" method, where the instructor provides traditional lecture content outside of class, thereby freeing up time for content application in class. Numerous publications explore teaching with technology in both face-to-face and online/distance settings, with articles addressing tablet computers (Sullivan, 2014), social media (Wallis, 2014) and even augmented reality (Van Arnhem and Spiller, 2014). It also appears that researchers are becoming more interested in comparing the impact of face-to-face instruction with online-only approaches (Gall, 2014;Hess, 2014), an essential topic for research given the transformative role of online education in the current academic environment.…”

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Library instruction and information literacy 2014

Detmering

Johnson

Sproles

et al. 2015

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Purpose – This paper aims to provide an introductory overview and selected annotated bibliography of recent resources on library instruction and information literacy across all library types. Design/methodology/approach – It introduces and annotates English-language periodical articles, monographs, dissertations and other materials on library instruction and information literacy published in 2014. Findings – It provides information about each source, discusses the characteristics of current scholarship and highlights sources that contain unique or significant scholarly contributions. Originality/value – The information may be used by librarians and interested parties as a quick reference to literature on library instruction and information literacy.

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The iPad in Library Instruction: Collaborative Inquiry for Information Retrieval

Cited by 9 publications

References 1 publication

iPad and android tablets: wonder pills or placebo for academic library staff?

iPad and android tablets: wonder pills or placebo for academic library staff?

Communal and student-centered

Library instruction and information literacy 2014

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