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International M-Libraries Conference 2012

This presentation introduces a new method for training users in information literacy using Polimedia, a multimedia tool. Presented by Angels Carles, Ana Castellano, and Fernando Guerrero at the International M-Libraries Conference 2012, the session underscores the importance of developing new skills and capabilities among students. It explores how technology can enrich learning experiences, improve informational skills, and provide flexible training options without scheduled classes. Discover how Polimedia supports medical students and researchers in navigating and utilizing complex information effectively.

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International M-Libraries Conference 2012

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  1. A new method of training users Polimedia video Angels Carles Ana Castellano Fernando Guerrero International M-Libraries Conference 2012

  2. Introduction • Information literacy as a library service • Help to develop new skills and capabilities • How could the technology be much more useful and interesting for students? • What is the key to success? Implementing a new way to teach and learning in the library

  3. Objetives • Improve informational skills of our users • Provide the easier and the quicker way to learn and get relevant and precise information • Users Training sessions without scheduled time

  4. New Technologies in Medical School • Plan to promote and increase the use of multimedia learning • Some UAB Medical School teachers have been involved on projects to improve and promote the introduction of new technologies as a part of the teaching methodology • Contact with Universitat Politèctica de València (UPV, Spain) to use a specific tool for online courses: Polimedia

  5. What is Polimedia? Click on image to play

  6. Polimedia Set

  7. Advantages for students and teachers Click on image to play

  8. Advantages for Medical Library • Polimedia might fit well in explaining complicated topics • Helps to perform a search, how to save the results, or how to get them on mobile devices. • Support researchers with H-index, IF (Impact Factor), SJR (SCimago Journal Rank), SNIP (Source Normalized Impact per Paper)

  9. Medical School training videos Click on image to play

  10. Conclusions • Polimedia is a great tool for acquiring bibliographic search skills • Allows to improve users skills without having to attend a classroom course at scheduled time • It is an ideal solution for repetitive tasks • A new way to keep in touch with the teacher • Users can access as often as necessary

  11. ThankYou! http://polimedia.uab.cat Angels.Carles@uab.cat Ana.Castellano@uab.cat Fernando.Guerrero@uab.cat

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