Librarians as Improvisers: An Improvisational Approach to Teaching Information Literacy

Anthony Stamatoplos, Edward Trout

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Abstract

Using an improvisational approach in the classroom, librarians can address their own predetermined objectives and also respond to unanticipated questions and concerns as they emerge. Lesson plans and learning outcomes are valuable components of information literacy instruction and assessment; however, they need not imply a rigid approach to teaching. Recent scholarship suggests that using techniques from improvisational theater engages students in their learning and facilitates a responsive and collaborative learning environment. Guided by experienced improvisational actors, participants in this workshop will learn principles of improvisation in a fun and lively setting, and explore ways to apply them to their teaching.

Original languageAmerican English
JournalDefault journal
StatePublished - Jan 1 2012
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • active learning
  • collaborative learning
  • creativity in the classroom
  • improvisation
  • information literacy instruction
  • teaching methods

Disciplines

  • Library and Information Science

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