The librarian as tutor/facilitator in a problem‐based learning (PBL) curriculum

Abstract

This article describes the experiences of a librarian in a tutor/facilitator role immersed within a mainstream problem‐based learning (PBL) curriculum at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. The role of tutor might be a suitable non‐traditional role for librarians. Tutoring turns out to be an entirely different role from traditional teaching. This tutor role requires practicing reciprocity, patience and commitment. This role has provided a profound understanding of the curriculum as it relates to library and informatics services, earned respect from non‐librarians, and prompted one to re‐think the integrated model of library instruction. Librarians willing to meet the challenges of tutoring can succeed in this non‐traditional role with the many associated benefits.

Citation

Eldredge, J.D. (2004), "The librarian as tutor/facilitator in a problem‐based learning (PBL) curriculum", Reference Services Review, Vol. 32 No. 1, pp. 54-59. https://doi.org/10.1108/00907320410519414