Best Practices for Creation and Use of Videos in Information Literacy Programming
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In this poster session, we share our expertise in the development of short videos for use in information literacy programming. Specifically, we address development and assessment of learning outcomes for our One Minute Tips video series, and the relevant subject categories for students at our university. Additionally, we discuss the concept of information layering, and how to successfully incorporate elements of popular culture. We provide tips for promotion and use as well as assessing usage metrics. You can view our videos on the Old Dominion University Libraries' YouTube channel http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDnm8O5CigbS6Cit_mr7xbQ/videos .
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Best Practices for Creation and Use of Videos in Information Literacy Programming
- 1. Best Practices For Creation and Use of Videos in Information Literacy Programming Rachel Lux, Instructional Services Librarian Lucinda Rush, Education Reference Librarian Old Dominion University Libraries Use of Pop Culture & Humor The addition of funny and entertaining elements to the One Minute Tips videos has been a key factor in keeping students engaged and more likely to seek out other videos at future points of need. The creators have avoided current fads and mainstream popular culture and have found that use of classic and nostalgic clips is more effective with students and requires less updates to the videos. Millennials find meaning in information that connects to their everyday lives. Springer and Yelinek (2011) point out that use of popular culture in library instruction can connect with students on an emotional level, making the content more meaningful and memorable to them. Springer & Yelinek (2011). Teaching with The Situation. C & RL News, 72(2), p. 78-80, 85, 118. Back to the Future clip illustrates the perfect timing of one minute videos “Hello, is it me you’re looking for?” poster used to illustrate frustration with selecting keywords. Ryan Gosling & Mean Girls depicted sarcasm related to use of Google Scholar instead of library databases. The Lord of The Rings meme used to explain the filter bubble. Grumpy Cat explains that the library probably doesn’t have textbooks. Thanking Big Blue for printing money. Promotion & Integration Analytics & Assessment Content & Learning Outcomes Creation Logistics The short length of the videos make them versatile and easy to use effectively in many instructional and programming situations. They can be found online via the Old Dominion University Libraries’ YouTube channel, which is promoted within the Libraries’ Facebook and Twitter accounts. They are also housed on a LibGuide in the “Help & How To” section of the library website. Use in Library Instruction Short videos can be an efficient way to break up a lecture and to add a visual element. The information literacy concept videos can serve as an introduction to a topic or conversation starter. Given the multitasking nature of Millennials, as well as their desire for short bursts of instruction, librarians use a layering technique to help maximize the one-minute timeframe and reinforce the videos’ learning outcomes. Layering places pop-up, scrolling, or stationary text over an image or video clip, which is a subtle addition to the audio script. It allows multiple messages to be delivered at one time and, more importantly, makes the videos more robust for repeat viewings while still delivering the primary message in one shot. Layering is also an opportunity to provide consistency across the videos by using the “Pro Tip!” header with layered text. This identifier helps students who have watched multiple videos recognize that an important message is coming, and it aids in presenting a uniform brand within the videos. YouTube analytics provides in-depth coverage of views, viewer demographics, traffic sources, devices used, and audience retention. 72% 9% 8% 6% 5% Top Traffic Sources Embedded Player (ODU LibGuides) YouTube Channel YouTube Search External Website Other Total Views: 3,894 Average View: 53 Seconds Video View Counts, August 2013 – October 2014 Library Databases & Google: A Comparison: 735 Textbooks: 167 Introducing the Libraries’ Discovery Tool: 411 Ask A Librarian: 157 The Information Cycle: 395 Library eBooks: 148 Subject Guides: 339 Popular Books & Film: 146 ODU Writes A Book: 275 Self Checkout: 115 Scholarly vs. Popular Sources: 263 Printing @ the Learning Commons: 107 The Learning Commons @ Perry Library: 253 Linking to ODU Library via Google Scholar: 59 Google Scholar: 244 Minute to Learn It: 42 Usage statistics can provide valuable information regarding student interest in videos. When videos are used in library instruction, more formal assessment can be completed. For example, with the flipped classroom exercise, the class opened with a Poll Everywhere question: “What did you learn from your homework?” The librarian then prompted the students by asking questions about the content of the videos. The literature is scarce in regards to assessing library videos, and in the future, librarians at ODU plan to implement more formal assessments into the video program, both in class and at the discoverable, individual-use layer. Layering Background During the summer of 2013, reference librarians at Old Dominion University began a One Minute Tips video series. The purpose of the videos is to meet patrons at the point of informational need, while keeping in mind the learning preferences of the primary audience—the undergraduate students, or Millennials. Librarians reviewed the literature and watched existing library tutorials and promotional videos. Based on research, observations, and personal experiences, they developed a set of best practices for creating, promoting, and using short videos in information literacy programming. The One Minute Tips series includes videos packed with information, fast facts, tips, and a little bit of humor. They have been effective and useful in many educational formats. Reaching Students at the Point of Need Millennials want information at the point of need, therefore the creators have made efforts to provide links to videos in strategic locations. •Links are provided during relevant library chat sessions. •Faculty are encouraged to provide links on Blackboard course sites. •Timely posts are made on the Libraries’ Facebook & Twitter accounts. •They are embedded into appropriate LibGuides, including the Research Fundamentals guide which has served as a tutorial for undergraduate research at ODU. The “Pro Tip!” in the Subject Guides video lets students know content is regularly updated. Content Librarians categorize the One Minute Tips videos in one of four ways: 1.Information Literacy 2.Library Resources 3.Library Services 4.Special Events/Other The video categories help define the information need the videos will meet, which in turn informs the learning outcomes. The information literacy videos address concepts that could apply in many types of research situations and may or may not be specific to the University. Examples: The Information Cycle; Scholarly vs Popular Sources The library resources videos address specific resources that are available to ODU-affiliated patrons, and how to use them within our system. Examples: Discovery Tool, eBooks, Popular Books & Films The library services videos address services that are available to ODU patrons. Examples: Ask A Librarian, Printing, Self-Checkout The special events/other videos may be used to temporarily promote a library service or event. Examples: ODU Writes a Book, Minute to Learn It Learning Outcomes Each video has one to three learning outcomes. Librarians consider the point of need, student perception, the versatility of the video being shown in multiple settings, and the ACRL Information Literacy Standards for Higher Education. Using standard learning outcome language and format helps to keep goals and assessments streamlined across different instructional formats. •Plan flow •Consider word choice (concision, jargon, pronunciation, etc.) •Edit, edit, edit! Write Script •Collect images, screen shots, screen casts, video clips, etc. •Record audio for script Audio & Visuals •Add sound effects and background music •Trim clips •Add ODU logos and title screen Edit in iMovie •Add to Libraries’ website and YouTube channel •Keep mp4 version for other applications •Post, promote, share, teach! Export the Video The librarians created a template that breaks the script into three components: visual assets, narration, and time stamp. Pro Tips! •Go for childhood nostalgia •Use classic pop culture •Avoid the latest fads & music •Use images to teach and entertain •Be subtle and sarcastic •Use cats whenever possible Pro Tip! When writing learning outcomes, remember Bloom’s Taxonomy and the formula: VERB PHRASE + in order to + IMPACT PHRASE The Library Databases & Google video is used with classes as a follow-up to a poll question that asks students where they go most often for information for research. Use of videos for flipped classroom activities have allowed students to learn about services prior to class to allow for more time spent on higher level skills. When ODU adopted the Ebsco Discovery Tool, the Discovery Service video was used as an introduction to the new tool in many classes. This format allows librarians to keep track of what narration goes with each visual, while also timing each section. Pauses and other adjustments to narration can be written into the script, and time stamps are helpful for finding the correct spot when a video needs to be edited. It’s also important to avoid jargon and words that may be difficult to pronounce. Every second of the video counts, so language choices are important considerations.