Mapping Uncharted Territory: Launching an Online Embedded Librarian Program. Issue 1 (2nd January 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Allen, Seth
• Is Part Of: Journal of library & information services in distance learning. Volume 11:Issue 1/2(2017)
• Page Start: 251
• Page End: 261
• Publication Date: 2017-01-02
• Subjects: Embedded librarian -- embedded librarianship -- online librarian -- virtual librarian -- online reference -- online information literacy instruction -- virtual information literacy instruction; Libraries and distance education -- Periodicals; Information services -- Periodicals; 025.5
• DOI: 10.1080/1533290X.2016.1193416
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1533-290X

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Developing a strategy for embedding librarians in online courses can be challenging, but it is essential to demonstrate to accrediting agencies how libraries serve online students. A well-thought-out plan can be scalable and sustainable for rapidly growing online programs and can satisfy accreditation standards. This article examines how one small, liberal arts college developed a plan of action for an online embedded librarian program, including both the conceptual and practical aspects of launching the program: aligning library instruction with course and program learning outcomes, brainstorming strategies for embedded library instruction, and communicating the value of such a program to online teaching faculty.