Active learning: a consideration in collection development in health sciences libraries?

Abstract

Purpose Active learning is an important component of medical education and information literacy instruction. The purpose of this study is to provide a preliminary investigation to determine whether health sciences librarians consider active learning when making decisions about the library collection. Design/methodology/approach An online survey was conducted among health sciences librarians. Findings Nineteen librarians completed the survey and most are not considering active learning when making collection decisions. Originality/value Very little literature has been published about active learning as a consideration in collection development decisions by health sciences librarians.