updated August 2025
IU Southeast faculty librarians are as enthusiastic and committed as ever to teaching our students the skills and concepts they need to access, locate, use, and evaluate information effectively.
Please see below for an explanation of our policies and procedures for providing information literacy library instruction this semester. You can contact me, Maria Accardi, Coordinator of Instruction, at maccardi@iu.edu with any questions or concerns.
We’re excited to partner with you to support your students’ research and learning! To ensure the most effective and engaging experience, here are a few helpful guidelines for scheduling and planning library instruction.
Library instruction is available in several flexible formats to meet your course needs:
In-Person (LB 235 – Library Classroom):
These sessions are interactive, student-centered, and tailored to your course content. Students will participate in discussions, collaborate with peers, and engage in hands-on activities, with the faculty librarian serving as a supportive guide.
Online Synchronous (via Zoom):
These sessions mirror the in-person experience, with thoughtful adjustments for the online environment. We strive to make these sessions just as engaging and interactive, with a focus on practical applications.
Online Asynchronous (Canvas Modules):
These modules cover key information literacy concepts and are customized to your students’ needs. They’re a great option for flexible learning and can be integrated into your course at any time.
To create a meaningful learning experience, we kindly ask that instructors attend the synchronous sessions (whether in-person or online). Your presence helps students feel supported and ensures a smooth, collaborative session.
Please introduce your students to their research assignment before the library instruction session. This helps them come prepared with questions and allows us to make the most of our time together.
To request a session, please use this form. Maria Accardi, Coordinator of Instruction and Assessment, typically responds within one business day.
Sessions should be scheduled at least two weeks in advance. Because each session is thoughtfully designed to support student learning, we need time to prepare a customized experience.
We may not be able to accommodate last-minute requests, but we’ll always do our best to support you.
In the event of staffing limitations or other circumstances, instruction may shift to an online format. If this happens, Maria will communicate with you directly to ensure a smooth transition.
The Library Instruction Program at Indiana University Southeast seeks to support the educational programs of the University by providing effective, relevant, student-centered instructional services. Through our instructional services, the Library also seeks to support the successful integration of Information Literacy--one of the University's General Education Goals and Outcomes--into the University curriculum.
The mission of the IU Southeast Information Literacy Library Instruction program is to empower student success through development of information literacy skills and abilities that enable students to:
find information to address an information need
critically evaluate that information for credibility and relevance
actively participate in and contribute to information landscapes of academia, personal life, the workforce, and beyond
solve problems and respond to challenges in personal and global settings
We strive to consistently deliver high quality instructional services. Please feel free to contact Maria Accardi, Coordinator of Instruction and Assessment, and you ever have any questions, comments, or concerns about our instruction program.
Maria T. Accardi
Librarian | Coordinator of Instruction and Assessment
maccardi@ius.edu
