COLS Library instruction can be delivered in person at any location or virtually in a variety of formats. Instruction lasts 45 minutes but can be shorter or longer upon request.
COLS Library Instruction focusses on a general library overview and basic information literacy concepts. Concepts are introduced in an interactive, activity-based format and include topics such as the value of information and lateral reading.
All instructors are professional, masters degreed librarians with instruction experience.
Request in person or virtual librarian assistance at any time by sending an email to: refdesk@cscc.edu.
We are no longer promoting the use of the CRAAP test to evaluate information. Checklist-based evaluation tools have been shown through research to be less effective than lateral reading.
Opening multiple tabs and searching for independent information has been established as a better strategy in determining the reliability and perspective of a site and its authors or sponsors.
