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Direct linkSmalley, Topsy N. – Journal of Academic Librarianship, 2004
Many students who enroll in a community college "Information Research" course come from three local school districts. Of those three districts, only one has librarians. Through examining grade rosters, this study demonstrates that student achievement is substantially higher for students who come from high schools that have librarians and…
Descriptors: Library Services, School Libraries, Library Skills, Information Literacy
Hassig, Susan – Community & Junior College Libraries, 2003
This article discusses the response of at-risk students to their initial library orientation. By presenting an entertaining yet informative session, students will be quickly put at ease. The goal of this type of orientation is to promote the library's resources and services, address basic queries, and encourage students' return in a…
Descriptors: College Freshmen, Community Colleges, College Libraries, Library Instruction
