Engaging the Student - the Curtin University Library experience

Ieva Bergman , Librarian, Resources and Access, Library, Curtin University of Technology, Perth 6845. Email: i.bergman@exchange.curtin.edu.au

Keywords

Podcasting, iLectures, Viewlets, RSS, Chat, Blogging

Abstract

The Curtin University Library employs a diverse range of tools to engage students in their learning experience. Information and services are provided for new students in the form of virtual tours using flash and audio tours for orientation. Students requiring something more advanced can try out iLectures, podcasts and viewlets. Subject guides and RSS feeds provide subject based information for students or staff. If a student needs to ask a librarian for help they can choose to use chat to ask a question or SMS their query. The library also provides news and other items of interest via the library blog and podcasts. Students can access any of these services through the Curtin wireless network using their own laptops, or increasingly, with handheld devices.

Future developments include creation of a downloadable toolbar featuring library services