Research Guides: CSM Library Instruction: Instruction Options

Options for Instruction

Face-to-Face Classes

Librarians teach various kinds of instruction sessions - the most common session is a faculty requested session to support research assignments. Below are some specific examples.

30-50 minute session supporting a hands-on research session.
20-30 minute session for very targeted learning outcomes for an assignment.
20-30 minute session overview of research processes or the information literacy framework.
Face-to-face classes can also request research guides and learning support resources for their classes as shown below under Other Learning Support Resources from the CSM Library.

Online or Hybrid Classes

College of San Mateo librarians can provide information literacy instruction for online or hybrid classes in synchronous and asynchronous modes of delivery. For online or hybrid courses here are some synchronous options:

10-20 minute welcome and introduction from a CSM Librarian.
30-50 minute session supporting a hands-on research session.
20-30 minute session overview of research processes or the information literacy framework.
Online/hybrid synchronous classes can also request research guides and learning support resources for their classes as shown below Other Learning Support Resources from the CSM Library.

Other Learning Support Resources from the CSM Library

supporting resources Class-based instruction can also include the development of learning objects (instructional videos, research guides (aka LibGuides), handouts, etc.) that support the learning objectives of a specific course in a semester. To request learning support resources from the CSM Library, fill out this form.

Additional Information

Library instruction sessions require two weeks advance booking.
Sessions can be scheduled any time the library is open, or, by special arrangement, after hours when the library is closed based on librarian availability.
Instructors are required to accompany their class, due to minimum qualification requirements.
If you are unable to attend the session, you may make arrangements with your dean for a substitute instructor to attend in your place. If an instructor or substitute fails to accompany their class, we are required to cancel the session.