Saving Student Brian: Engaging Students with Innovative Technology

Authors

Stacey Greenwell, University of KentuckyFollow
Beth Kraemer, University of KentuckyFollow
Debbie Sharp, University of KentuckyFollow
Susan K. Smith, University of KentuckyFollow

Abstract

Question: How do you provide library orientation for a large number of first-year students without boring them to death? Answer: Create a video using new technology, student actors, and a little fun.

Learn step by step how the University of Kentucky Libraries revived their first year student orientation experience creating a video filmed on campus and in the virtual world, Second Life. From writing and filming to editing and screening, the presenters will discuss the process, offering practical tips and suggestions for creating your own instructional video. In addition, the presenters will discuss lessons learned from this experience.

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

11-2010

Notes/Citation Information

Published in LOEX Conference Proceedings 2008. p. 119-122.

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Repository Citation

Greenwell, Stacey; Kraemer, Beth; Sharp, Debbie; and Smith, Susan K., "Saving Student Brian: Engaging Students with Innovative Technology" (2010). Library Faculty and Staff Publications. 79.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/libraries_facpub/79