LOEX Conference Proceedings 2012
Title
Performance Theory and Information Literacy: Using the Method to Establish Rapport with Students
Document Type
Interactive Workshops
Publication Date
12-2014
Abstract
First impressions matter. Instruction librarians face unfamiliar audiences who can be apathetic or even hostile to learning research skills. By deliberately establishing ourselves as competent and charming at the beginning of each session, librarians can create a positive learning environment in which apathy and hostility melt away. Stand-up comedy experts Carter and Ajaye, as well as acting theorists Strasberg and Adler have developed approaches for influencing first impressions. This lively workshop will draw from these two disciplines to provide a practical method that instruction librarians can employ to produce original and entertaining self-introductions.
Recommended Citation
Vossler, Joshua and Watts, John, "Performance Theory and Information Literacy: Using the Method to Establish Rapport with Students" (2014). LOEX Conference Proceedings 2012. 42.
https://commons.emich.edu/loexconf2012/42