Sample tutorials and quizzes
The following are samples only. To embed one of these into your course or have it hosted on a research guide, please request library instruction to be partnered with a librarian that can update the content for you.
- Request Library InstructionClick here to be partnered with a librarian that can update the tutorials below or create a new one for your class.
- English 101 Assessment TutorialThis is a sample of the "quiz" we use for English 101 assessment. It includes an article and a primary source video and asks students to investigate and identify elements important to introductory information literacy.
- Abbreviated Sample Library Website TutorialThis is a sample of what a library website tutorial might entail. While this is a simple preview, more complex development is possible.
- Credo Videos and TutorialsLog in with your Oakton credentials to view the videos and tutorials available through the library's Credo Reference subscription.
- Tutorial: "Scholarly Article? Popular Article? Find the Source You Need - SOC 103"This quiz/tutorial was developed by Ruth Whitney for students in SOC 103 to help them evaluate scholarly articles. It is a good sample of what could be created for your class.
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Videos
The videos below are matched to Information Literacy Learning Outcomes for particular courses. Where applicable, this information is provided. We ask that where videos are aligned with particular courses, they are not used in other courses.
- 7 words for research in English 101This video is aligned with EGL 101 Info Lit Learning Outcomes. It introduces students to the following concepts/definitions: reference source, database, journalism, popular source, limiter, and citation.
- What is Background Information?This video is tied to learning outcomes for English 102 and focuses on finding and using background information. It uses The Burkean Parlor as a metaphor.
- Finding Databases at OaktonThis video is appropriate for any class that might need help locating and selecting databases for research.
- Ask a LibrarianThis video walks students through how to locate and use Oakton's library chat service. This is a great video for your course if you are not scheduling a full library class.