Computer-based video-a tool for information skills training?

摘要

Computer-based video facilitates the creation of 'movies' recording actions on a computer screen complete with a voice-over by the tutor. This paper describes the application of computer-based video technology for point of need instruction on database searching. The Lotus ScreenCam software was used, being both inexpensive and readily available as part of the Lotus SmartSuite bundle. Initially, eight short movie clips were created, covering the techniques for searching PsycLIT on CD-ROM and the ISI citation indexes via the BIDS gateway.