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Library Instruction & Info Lit Activities for Core Writing

See what library instruction options you have if you teach English at a 1000 or 2000 level. Includes info lit assignment ideas.

Library Instruction Options for ENGL 1120

  1. Step 1: Finding Background Information Tutorial 

    • This interactive tutorial pairs with the Finding Background Information Research Byte, and it guides students through the initial steps in your research project. The tutorial concludes with a certificate of completion, which students may submit to instructors to receive credit for participating in library instruction. 

  2. Step 1: ENGL 1120 Library Tutorial

    • This is an in-depth tutorial that covers the nuts and bolts of using the library for research. Students will identify key words, use a database, find an article, and get a citation.  This is a main way students will learn about using the library website for research.

    • I recommend assigning this as your students are starting their first research project. If you'd like to assign it for points (recommended), email me for a list of your students who have completed it. 

    • Note: If you go by a different name than what is listed in the class schedule, let Glenn know so she can update it in the tutorial.

  3. Optional: Embed the ENGL 1120 Research Guide in your Learn course 

    • This is a one stop shop for all research needs including all the links on this page. 

  4. Optional: Research Bytes

    • These are designed to be short reminders about common research challenges.  They may be useful for targeted interventions before students do the tutorial/clinic.  

  5. Optional: Librarian consultation on research assignments 

    • Email me, schedule an appointment, or drop by my office hours and we can talk about how to achieve your goals for research in your class. 

Sample Language for Syllabi

Suggested assignment or syllabus language for the tutorial: 

Once you have your topic for [ASSIGNMENT], take the ENGL 1120 Library Tutorial: https://libguides.unm.edu/engl1120.  It will help you get started with your research using the library website, including developing keywords, researching in databases, and getting citations.  It is worth [POINTS].  I will receive a copy of it.