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Culturally relevant instruction for Latinos.
Abstract
Based on a two-year study of Latinos' attitudes and experiences using an academic library, this article discusses an information literacy course designed for Latinos and considerations for instructing Latinos. Included in this discussion are implications for making courses culturally relevant to students, as well as the impact of having a responsive and caring instructor.
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The need to develop more connections with diverse library users is of growing importance in college and university libraries, especially in areas of information competency skills. To assist in the effort to reach out to one of our diverse groups at the ...
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