Siddall, G. and Rose, H. (2014) Reading lists – time for a reality check? An investigation into the use of reading lists as a pedagogical tool to support the development of information skills amongst Foundation Degree students. Library and Information Research. 38(118), pp. 25-73. 1756-1086.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Abstract: | This article presents the results of an action research project exploring the use and value of reading lists for Foundation Degree students. The focus of the research was to look at the potential of reading lists to act as a pedagogical tool to support information skills development. The research methodology included focus groups with students, interviews with academic staff and reading list analysis. It was found that reading lists were being used by students to identify and find resources for their academic studies. Qualitative data from students and staff illustrate how reading lists are being used and the gaps between student and staff expectations of them. The article provides recommendations on how reading lists can be utilised to help students to develop their information skills. |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Reading lists, information skills development, information literacy, foundation degree students, higher education |
| Subjects: |
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education Z Bibliography. Library Science. Information Resources > ZA Information resources > ZA3075 Information literacy. Study and teaching |
| Creators: | Siddall, Gillian and Rose, Hannah |
| Funders or Sponsors: | Library and Information Research Group (LIRG) |
| Publisher: | Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) |
| Northamptonshire and East Midlands: | Education, Training and Skills |
| Faculties, Divisions and Institutes: | University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > University Departments > Library and Learning Services |
| Date: | 4 August 2014 |
| Date Type: | Publication |
| Page Range: | pp. 25-73 |
| Journal or Publication Title: | Library and Information Research |
| Volume: | 38 |
| Number: | 118 |
| Language: | English |
| ISSN: | 1756-1086 |
| Status: | Published / Disseminated |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| URI: | http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/10120 |
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