Guide to Books for the College Bound
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Outstanding books for the college bound [electronic resource] : titles and programs for a new generation byPublication Date: 2011Electronic source.
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Who are our students?
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The Mindset ListEach August since 1998, Beloit College in Beloit, Wis., has released the Beloit College Mindset List, providing a look at the cultural touchstones and experiences that have shaped the worldview of students entering colleges and universities in the fall.
Information Literacy
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Information Literacy Competency StandardsACRL is the source that the higher education community looks to for standards and guidelines on academic libraries. ACRL promulgates standards and guidelines to help libraries, academic institutions, and accrediting agencies understand the components of an excellent library.
Books for librarians
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Successfully Serving the College Bound by ISBN: 0838912729Publication Date: 2015Whether they're students taking the traditional path of entering college from high school, or adult first-time or re-entry students, navigating the admissions and financial aid process can be overwhelming for the college bound. Public libraries can help provide information and guidance for a successful start, and this book shows how to do it. Incorporating insight gleaned from interviews with librarians serving college-bound patrons, this book includes:
• Checklists to help public libraries take stock of current services, programs, and resources for serving the college bound, with pointers on how to make improvements.
• Tips for using, marketing, and expanding the collection effectively.
• Ready-to-adapt program ideas.
• Advice on shoring up support among stakeholders, overcoming objections, and taking advantage of outreach opportunities.
• Worksheets to help library administrators evaluate staff skills and interests.
• Reviews of online college-planning tools.
• A directory of college-related organizations, publishers, resources, and education authority agencies.
With the assistance of this book, public libraries can provide truly outstanding service to this important population.
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Critical Thinking Skills and Bloom's Taxonomy
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When Librarians Dream
KU Libraries Services and Centers
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KU Libraries - Guide for Visiting School GroupsInformation to guide teachers and/or librarians bringing high school classes to visit KU Libraries.
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KU Libraries - Community Engagement / Outreach ActivitiesAs a State of Kansas institution, KU Libraries is dedicated to serving users beyond our campus. Our services include effective engagement with incoming and returning students; outreach to lifelong learners throughout our local, state and regional community and the promotion of scholarship throughout the KU community and beyond.
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KU Libraries Use Policies for Summer Camps and ProgramsInformation to guide teachers and/or staff coordinating summer camp visits to KU Libraries
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KU Libraries Research GuidesCreated to aid you in finding resources by subject or course. Tutorial/Help guides are included to explain how to use the research resources available to you.
Related KU Services and Centers
The following services are available to newly arrived students on the KU campus. Similar resources supporting student success can be found on all college campuses.