APPENDIX D.4
Use varies by semester 2 When term papers due 2 End of semester 1 GST courses mostly 6 One-third to one-half 7 One or two courses 4 Research papers 10 Essay questions 1 Recreational reading yes 3 no 3 Current events & news in field 2 (sciences) Quiet place to study 1 Reference 1 Reserves 1 Children's section 1
Chaucer paper - found alot/not always the case Psychology research project - good grade; lot of research Researching essay questions Reference section most helpful CD-ROM - time efficient 3 Freshman Seminar paper - rewarding to finish 2 Good selection of books in major - marriage and family Children's sections - but, need newer books Quiet atmosphere to study Recreational reading/magazines/personal 3 Keeping up with current materials 2 Reserve desk - available as needed Appalachian problems and institutions/Sp. Colls. 3 Biographical information about authors - contemporary material Nursing Ethics - use of older materials to trace topic in time
Not enough material on topic, especially indepth research 8 Finding material from indexes/no subscription to magazine . . . 8 Misshelved/missing/misplaced 2 Moved things around 2 Confusing tape tour Ethiopia paper (how to find when don't know how to spell) People at Reference Desk 2 On-line searches (indepth) Finding books in the old layout (new one an improvement)
Repetition of library presentations (015, 100, GST105) Just busy work (lack of integration of assignment with paper) Worksheets/Sessions (2 mentioned they caused stress) 10 Didn't see point of worksheets then but do now 2 Use of CD-ROMs/indexes/combing through citations 2 Boring 3 Resources located but not held at library/lack of resources 2 Instruction needs to be separate library class 2 Don't do worksheets until SURE of topic to avoid repetition of effort Large amount of research 3 Often can't find resources that are here Use of ILL People willing to help Overwhelmed/dumped on by number of sources, rushed 3 Confusion Relearned use of microforms Tape tour (helped) Helpful to learn where things are
How to do library research a bit more easily, efficiently 7 Use of CD-ROMs/indexes/serial record 10 How to match sources with topics 2 Different ways to approach topics 2 There's always something there (maybe not enough) Use of microforms 7 Use of reference books 4 Use of card catalog Reference librarians there to help - one on one is best 4 On-line searching/computer technology 2 Special Collections
Interlibrary Loan Special Collections 5 CD-ROMs (computers), more indepth access 3 Printed Indexes 2 Options/alternatives in research process 3 List of people on/off campus as sources Children's collection Locations in new lay-out On-line searching 5 Microfiche Reference section Library overall
Relates to first part, understanding basic human needs 4 Not humbly Christian part 4 Not directly, passively as support/supplier of sources for papers on these topics 3 Helped with self-reliant part 3 No relationship at all 7 As a tool for expanding knowledge about these topics 2 Helpful in exposure to different viewpoints
Major role for courses in major 9 English Psychology Sociology Chemistry 2 Agriculture Education Industrial Arts Nursing Senior Requirement research 7 Place to study (especially with addition of study rooms) More class related research 8 Personal research 4 Childrens collection Keeping up with current events, in field and general Help in locating a job, career guidance, preparation and direction 2 To help high school brother find information
Avoid repetition in Comp., Fr. Sem. and Arts Matrix 3 Ask the class questions to identify areas which need additional explanation Reduce the boredom factor 3 Have sessions just for those who need them, perhaps individualized 2 Provide sessions in more hands on, practical way (not just show & tell) 3 No changes 3 Concentrate more on indepth use Make it more concrete, use handouts to outline/explain areas of use, something student can keep Stress availability of library staff to help 2 Don't use tape tour (confusing, not effective), actually take class on expanded tour instead 2 Spread out the material over longer period, wait longer between sessions Use of computers, more personal level, question/answer type (self paced?) perhaps video instruction?
While a few students saw nothing to change in the program, other students suggested that changes in the B.I. sessions should include an effort to avoid the (perceived?) repetition of material in Comp., Fr. Sem. and Arts Matrix., as well as finding a way to reduce the boredom of the sessions. Having a more practical, hands-on, individual approach was also mentioned (use of handouts, walking students around the library and instruct at point of use, include only those students who need instruction, question/answer approach). Other ideas included spreading the material out over a longer period of time to avoid students feeling overwhelmed by material and concentrating on more indepth use of sources.
Identify cultures & activities, locate information, use encyclopedias, CD-ROM Ask librarian where to look, go to area, decide what to do next Decide which cultures & aspects, assign section to each person, have each do research, may have problems because of limited library sources Decide on cultures, divide report, each take part, keep central focus, come together to collect info Use CD-ROM/indexes, try to find easiest way to get info, meet several times to keep unity, subject may evolve in process of completion If can't find enough info, go to a different library Find specific section (anthropology?), pick cultures, check catalog under anthropology, if too many problems, change topic Find area in library on topic, look through books, may find citation but not be able to locate & use source, if so, ask for help, can't always change topic Ask reference librarian for list of reference materials, ask professor Look in catalog under associated subjects then in Social Sciences Index (CD-ROM), also use other social sciences reference books Use wide variety of periodicals because of currency, use catalog and try to narrow topic, if use older sources, plan ahead if in Frost Start general (World Book) to get basic understanding, go to catalog and CD-ROM, many students may want same material, may necessitate heavier use of articles and other sources that aren't as easy to find Check indexes, reserve study room for group discussion, get info together For historical/extinct cultures, use Special Collections, use CD-ROMs May not find enough information, or may need to go outside this library (ILL or actual visit) Use catalog, use LCSH to identify subjects, check magazines, use CD-ROMs and Readers' Guide, to go any farther, ask for help, use Special Collections if research deals with Appalachia, at very end, ask librarian Use catalog and look up name of culture, if nothing ther, find a librarian, maybe find librarian first, might be better way to get more info easier Go to current periodicals dealing with both cultures, include sources and info by indigenous people as well as outsiders, if don't have periodical, got to EKU or another library or get book via ILL Use catalog or computers, become familiar with cultures, focus on specific activities, return to catalog and computers and find more specific info
Will use for occupational help 9 English teacher Elementary education (activities, videos) Child care center director Background information for experiments (psychology) Technology - keeping abreast of developments in field Education Industrial arts - formulas, plans, etc. Industrial arts & technology education English - staying current in field Personal development/current events 16 Recreational reading 8 Graduate school 5 Children's recreational reading 2 Would rather buy recreational reading material 2
Development of sound judgement and understanding of basic problems . . . responsibility for their solution . . . coming to personal conclusions and finding out about problems are all tied to library Library staff needs to interact with and help people more, give them advice about what different sources they could use Don't repeat material in B.I. sessions Revise research assignments so that information would be easier to obtain (?) Uneven knowledge, skill in use of CD-ROM from student to student Keep shelves in better order so all volumes are available 2 Library is very helpful (although not perfect) 6 Reference section is full of resources Need bookdrop by CPO or Alumni Building Only way to learn is to do, be more hands on Library is a tool that students use when they need it Berea shouldn't be graduating students who can barely use the library (student referring to self), method of instruction did not work (unsure whether because of lack of participation/interest on student's part or because of way the information was presented) Update the periodicals and get a wider range Freshman instruction is good, but students forget between then and other courses, give a short refresher (voluntary, sign up, not course related) each semester to update knowledge of library, go through research process briefly