Academic Librarianship by Design: A Blended Librarian's Guide to the Tools and Techniques

Bell, Steven J. and John D. Shank. Academic Librarianship by Design: A Blended Librarian's Guide to the Tools and Techniques. Chicago: ALA, 2007 027.7 Bell ISBN:0-8389-0939-6

Change is unfolding at a furious pace for academic libraries, for which predictions range from marginalization to obsolescence. This new vision for designing the future of academic libraries enables librarians to become indispensable partners in the college teaching endeavor by integrating themselves into the instructional process. Learn why enhanced capabilities in instructional design and technology, the "blended librarian skill set," is so critical. Then use the authors' modified instructional design ADDIE model to improve collaboration with faculty, researchers, and students. Connect with learners by applying design thinking to develop and enhance library services. Scenarios, case studies, and profiles throughout illustrate the successes that blended librarians are having on campuses. This practical, hand-on guide expands the possiblities for academic librarians in public service, reference, instruction, and information literacy.