Web-Based Instruction

by Susan Sharpless Smith

Expanding on the popular, practial how-to guide for public, academic, school, and special libraries, technology expert Sharpless Smith offers library instructors the confidence to take Web-based instruction into their own hands. Smith has thoroughly updated Web-Based Instruction: A Guide for Libraries to include new tools and trends, including current browsers, access methods, hardware, and software. She also supplies tips to secure project funding and provides strategic guidance for all types of libraries. This completely revised edition also *Builds Web instruction advice on a foundation of the latest research in how learning takes place *Translates technical Web-speak into plain English, so even nonexperts can make effective use of the Web in their teaching *Includes an accompanying Web gallery, providing examples of screen shots and links to exemplary programs *Shows intructors best practices for incorporating the Web into teaching a proven winner, this newly revised hands-on manual remains indispensable. Librarians facing the challenge of creating a Web-based instruction program will find easy-to-understand guidance to deliver a productive and memorable experience.

Genres: Nonfiction, Professional Development

236 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

Reviews

[Michelle Boyer · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you are about to create a webpage from the beginning, and you work in a library, then this is a great place to start with some helpful hints on what you may need and what you may want to avoid. But, if you already have something up -- you may want pointers on what you can do better next time.

Was a big fan of information about color choices and fonts.

[MissInformation]

Excellent overview of the process. Invaluable for it's focus on libraries. If you are in the dev process, you will need some additional sources, but this will keep you on track. Big list of resources, good glossary, and index.

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fabulous book! I highly recomend to any librarian embarking on a web project. The concepts & principles covered are applicable to most types of web resource development.