Saturday, October 09, 2004

CFP: Workshop on Instruction in Library Use

Conference: Workshop on Instruction in Library Use (34th Meeting)
Conference Date: May 18-20, 2005
Conference Location: Guelph, Ontario
Deadline Date: November 26, 2004

The WILU 2005 program will challenge participants to reflect on the placement of information literacy in the broader context of other forms of literacy. Join us to explore a broad range of the theories and practices of the many faces of literacy: reading and writing, computer, information, media, visual, statistical and academic literacy. What role do libraries and librarians play in addressing, promoting, and collaborating with partners to advance these forms of literacy?

Presentation formats

Paper: a theoretical, comparative, or other analytical consideration relevant to the theme. Time allotted: 45 minutes (including 15 minutes discussion time)

Case study: description of and reflections on a particular activity or ongoing project. Time allotted: 45 minutes (including 15 minutes discussion time)

Hands-on Workshop: following a brief introduction and explanation of the goals all attendees participate in a group activity with concluding input by the workshop organizer. Time allotted: 90 minutes

Round Table: A max of three to speak for ~15 minutes each followed by a general discussion which is moderated by a chairperson. Please supply names of the chairperson and all panelists. Time allotted: 90 minutes

URLS:
Call for Papers Home: http://www.lib.uoguelph.ca/wilu/proposal.html
Conference Home: http://www.lib.uoguelph.ca/wilu/