“Exploring the Digital Library” addresses the key issue of library services for faculty and their students in the online learning environment. Written by librarians at Athabasca University, a leading institution in distance education, this book shows how faculty can effectively use digital libraries in their day-to-day work and in the design of electronic courses. Exploring the Digital Library is filled with information, ideas, and • Discusses how information and communication technologies are transforming scholarship communication • Provides suggestions for integrating digital libraries into teaching and course development • Describes approaches to promoting information literacy skills and integrating these skills across the curriculum • Outlines the skills and knowledge required in digital library use • Suggests opportunities for faculty and librarians to collaborate in the online educational environment
