Eila Rämö
eila.ramo@aalto.fi
Tel. +358 50 502 7716
Hannele Suhonen
hannele.suhonen@aalto.fi
Tel. +358 50 524 9075
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The self-study guide, Guide to information retrieval teaches you ie. search techniques and how to evaluate information.
Information skills training consists of contact teaching and exercises to be carried out indenpendently. The study modules are integrated to studies so that they support the teaching of the degree programmes.The training is subscribed from the Learning Centre by each individual degree programme.
Information skills training modules:
Timing: as the students start working on their final projects (e.g. the autumn of the 3rd year); the module is implemented as an integrated part of a BA thesis seminar or other similar studies.
Prior studies: Introduction to information retrieval
Implementation: 6 hrs of contact teaching in computer classroom, independent exercises
Learning outcomes: The student learns to systematically find information on a subject in his/her field using the various information sources offered by the Learning Centre and also learns to draw on these skills when working on his/her own final project. The student masters the conceptual analysis of information needs and formulation of key words. The student is able to assess various information sources and their quality and is familiar with reference management tools.
Content: Emphasis of the training will be agreed based on the needs of each group, but for example the following subjects are covered during the course:
Timing: Any stage of the studies, as students need image material.
Implementation: 4 hrs of contact teaching in computer classroom, independent exercises.
Content: The students familiarise themselves with various types of visual resources. The studies also discuss source criticism and copyright issues associated with using images. The aim is in learning to use various image databases efficiently and to use image material ethically and legally.
Topics covered:
Further information:
Eila Rämö, tel. +358 50 502 7716
or forename.surename@aalto.fi
Timing: The training should for example be taken at the time the students start working on their Master’s theses, making it possible to integrate it in theoretical or research skills studies. The course objective is to revise and update the students’ existing knowledge.
Implementation: 4 hrs of contact teaching in computer classroom, independent exercises
Content:
Timing: Any stage of the studies, as students need image material.
Implementation: 4 hrs of contact teaching in computer classroom, independent exercises.
Content: The students familiarise themselves with various types of visual resources. The studies also discuss source criticism and copyright issues associated with using images. The aim is in learning to use various image databases efficiently and to use image material ethically and legally.
Topics covered:
Prior studies: Information literacy module
Implementation: the student makes an appointment (1-2 hrs) with the Learning Centre. Personal guidance and assistance in information retrieval problems is given to students writing their theses and projects.The aim is to learn to use key information sources efficiently for one’s own research subject, such as the online material of Aalto University Learning Centre, and to also use the services of other libraries.
Further information:
Eila Rämö, tel. +358 50 502 7716
or forename.surename@aalto.fi
Teaching available during autumn and spring terms:
1. Information retrieval / Information literacy
2. Image retrieval studies
3. Personal guidance in information retrieval
Duration: 2 x 2 h
Location: Computer classroom
Objectives: The course concentrates on the effective use of e-resources provided by the Learning Centre. The student / researcher learns to acquire information effectively, evaluate information and its sources critically, and apply information effectively in research, as well as take into account ethical and legal aspects of using information.
Contents: The focus is on information seeking and management in the field of art and design, but the course also covers other libraries’ services and collections.
Duration: 2 x 2 h
Location: Computer classroom
Timing: Any stage of the studies, as students need image material.
Implementation: 4 hrs of contact teaching in a computer classroom, independent exercises.
Content: The students familiarise themselves with various types of visual resources. The studies also discuss source criticism and copyright issues associated with using images. The aim is in learning to use various image databases efficiently and to use image material ethically and legally.
Topics covered:
Research and doctoral students receive individual instruction and help with information searching.
Implementation: student / researcher makes an appointment (1-2h) from the Learning Centre.
The objective is to learn the efficient use of essential information sources related to one's research subject, including Aalto University Learning Centre’s e-resources as well as other libraries’ or organisations’ (e.g. businesses) information sources.
Personal guidance and assistance in information retrieval problems is given to students writing their theses and projects. The aim is to learn to use key information sources efficiently for one’s own research subject, such as the online resources of Aalto University Learning Centre, and to also use the services of other libraries.
The student can make an appointment (1-2h) by email, or by filling and sending a Meet an Information Specialist form.
The Learning Centre offers opportunities for teachers and staff to update their knowledge on the Learning Centre’s services. Information sources such as e-journals and information retrieval methods are developing and changing at a fast pace.
We are happy to make visits to departments and introduce teachers and staff to Learning Centre services, or they may be invited to the Learning Centre. The content of the visit is planned and agreed according to each department’s needs.
Personal guidance on information retrieval is also available upon request, for more information please see Meet an Information Specialist