Jo Angela Oehrli. Practical Academic Library Instruction: Learner-Centered Techniques. Chicago, IL: American Library Association, 2022. 124p. Paper, $64.99 (ALA members) (ISBN: 978-0-8389-3642-9).

Abstract

Jo Angela Oerhli has distilled much of her experience, practical advice, and wisdom into this easy-to-use and well-organized library instruction manual. Her passion and enthusiasm for teaching, information literacy, and student-centered learning come through loud and clear. Recent research addresses the lack of preparation and guidance for teaching faced by many librarians whose responsibilities include instruction, especially those at the beginning of their careers. With a growing focus on information literacy and the teaching role of librarians, this practical volume fills an important niche for both new and experienced librarians.