Friday, August 29, 2008


 

CSN Research Assignment Hall of Fame

CSN College Library Services is interested in showcasing exceptional research-based classroom assignments developed by our faculty (full and part-time). Original, engaging assignments that challenge students while developing their information literacy skills are what we are looking for. Think you have such an assignment? Let the CSN librarians have a look, and your assignment just might end up in the CSN Research Assignment Hall of Fame.

Criteria for inclusion:

  1. Clarity of Assignment: clearly stated purpose supported by measurable student learning outcomes; reasonable time frame for due dates based upon understanding of resource availability at CSN and efficient use of student time; clear instructions in regard to length, citation formats, and acceptable types of resources.
  2. Use of active learning throughout the research assignment.
  3. Gives students the opportunity to think critically about particular resources and/or the research process in your field.
  4. Highlights the ethical use of information and academic integrity in research.
  5. Learning outcomes develop problem solving skills to support life long learning.
  6. Overall originality of the assignment in incorporating all of the above criteria.

 CSN Research Assignment Hall of Fame