Cementing the Foundation: A Case Study Comparison of Two Different Teaching Platforms

Introduction: There is increasing demand to respond to student’s learning needs via a multitude of teaching platforms; whether or not the student participates in these options on-campus or at a distance. If we re-imagine the one-shot and often in-class information literacy session in order to capitalize on the actual learning that is required; shorter classes that focus directly on an assignment can be successful in meeting these learning needs. Yet, frequent and more focused lectures are not usually a viable option. Instead, online modules that cover specific topics, coupled with the availability of a librarian for research assistance, may increase the usefulness and value of the instruction.