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Library Instruction

Laredo College librarians are happy to partner with LC faculty to provide a variety of instruction and information literacy courses. Instruction can be virtual or face-to-face.

To request a library instruction session with our librarians, please fill out the following form:

 
 

Please submit form at least one week before the planned session date.

Library courses offered:

TitleLearning OutcomeTopic/Lesson Plan
Library OrientationStudents will navigate library services, spaces, and online resources effectively.Overview of library services, online catalog, research guides, and where to get help. Tailored to specific classes or programs.
Searching as Strategic ExplorationStudents will develop search strategies and use advanced tools to find information.Introduces search term generation, Boolean logic, database navigation, filters, and keyword refinement.
Research as InquiryStudents will formulate research questions and explore them from multiple angles.Focus on open-ended inquiry, developing thesis questions, iterative research, and narrowing/broadening scope.
Authority is Constructed and ContextualStudents will evaluate sources bases on context and credibility.Explores different types of authority (academic, lived experience, institutional), peer review, and source evaluation.
AI Literacy and Critical UseStudents will critically engage with generative AI in research and writing.Covers the 4 D's: Demystify, Demythologize, Democratize, and Demonstrate - teaching responsible, ethical, and informed AI usage.