Experiential Learning and Academic Libraries: An Annotated Bibliography

Abstract

This annotated bibliography primarily features journal articles published within the last decade that discuss experiential learning in connection with academic libraries. Some additional articles and electronic resources are included because they either provide background information or describe specific forms of experiential learning in higher education. Taken together, this annotated bibliography provides a collection of recent, professional literature that can be used to either begin or to further enhance one’s knowledge of a growing area of importance in academia. This work will be of greatest use to academic librarians seeking information regarding either experiential learning or examples of its various forms that appear in higher education. In particular, academic librarians will find relevant sources here regardless of whether they are formally teaching information literacy, are embedded within courses, or wish to begin or to support experiential learning opportunities in their institutions. Library and Information Science (LIS) graduate students and faculty may also find these materials of use when discussing experiential learning, information literacy, or education for the LIS profession.