College Student Feedback About Librarian-Created Instructional Videos: Why Aren't They Using Them?

ABSTRACT

Library instruction videos can enhance student instruction. At a community college, librarian-created videos provided students with academic support. However, the videos were rarely used. In this article, students were sent online surveys to rate videos discussing the American Psychological Association (APA) format. Students were also asked why they did not use the videos. Participants rated several video features, including length, technical aspects, narration, and style. While they overwhelmingly responded that the videos were useful, the students did not know where they were located. The major complaint was related to the videos' technical aspects. Students also reported that they were more inclined to ask for help after watching the video.

KEYWORDS:

• American Psychological Association (APA)
• college student
• instructional video
• library instruction
• video technology
• community college