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Examples of Library Impact on Students

The Academic Library’s Contribution to Student Success: Library Instruction and GPA
Connecting libraries, librarians to student success Article from Community College Journal
How to Teach Information Literacy in an Era of Lies
The Impact of Information Literacy Instruction on Student Success: A Multi-Institutional Investigation and Analysis The GWLA Student Learning Outcomes task force analyzed the data from over 42,000 first-time, first-year freshmen and over 1700 distinct courses from 12 research institutions to determine the impact(s) of information literacy instruction integrated into course curriculum on several student success measures.
New ACRL report highlights library contributions to student learning and success Through a new report issued by the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL), “Academic Library Impact on Student Learning and Success: Findings from Assessment in Action Team Projects,” the higher education community now has compelling assessment findings that tell a strong story about the multiple ways that academic libraries are contributing to student learning and success.
The Value of Academic Libraries: Library Services as a Predictor of Student Retention. Article from College & Research Libraries

Frequently Asked Questions

What is information literacy?

Information Literacy is a discipline which focuses on the retrieval, evaluation, application, creation, and dissemination of information in a variety of formats. Info Lit incorporates critical thinking and analytical and problem solving skills. It is relevant across all disciplines and is ranked highly among employers as a desirable skill for graduates to have.

Can I book one of the rooms in the library for my class? Can I bring my class to the library?

The library classrooms are reserved for pre-scheduled information literacy instruction with a Library faculty member or research follow up sessions after an instruction session. The computers in the library are available on a first come, first serve basis. These computers are for the use of the entire student body and cannot be reserved for classes. If you need a computer classroom, you can book one through 25Live.

If you require use of the library or library resources for a purpose not outlined above, please contact serene.rock@scottsdalecc.edu

Are library resources considered OER?

Library resources are not OER, but they are available to SCC students without any additional cost. The library provides access to scholarly and high quality publications in a variety of source formats including articles, ebooks, streaming videos, and images. These can easily be linked and/or embedded into Canvas courses making them ideal for course readings or viewing.

Does the library have a copy of my textbook?

If you would like your students to have access to the textbook in the library, please provide a copy to place on reserve.

Does the library have materials related to my courses?

The best way to make sure the library has resources for your teaching area/courses is to keep us apprised of research assignments and curriculum changes.

I really think the library should have a certain book, will you buy it?

Please let us know if you have recommendations for materials. For more information about how we select library materials, please see our Collection Development Plan.