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Michael Fosmire is a Professor at Purdue University’s Science and Engineering Libraries. He specializes in applying active learning techniques to information literacy instruction, studying the information-seeking behaviors of scientists and engineers, and addressing scholarly publishing issues. His research bridges library science and engineering education to enhance curriculum design and student research skills.
- MLIS, University of Washington, 1997
- M.S., Physics, University of Washington, 1996
- B.S., Physics and Mathematics, Pennsylvania State University, 1992
His work focuses on integrating information literacy into engineering design processes through competency-based education, digital badging, and real-world problem-solving. He has explored fake news perception in science education and the application of reflective judgment in information literacy.
Recent publications emphasize scientific news literacy, data management in STEM, and the role of technical standards in education. Awards include ASEE National Conference Best Paper (2012) and LIRT Top-20 Library Instruction Article (2005, 2011).
Fosmire has served on editorial boards and advisory councils for major scientific publications, including the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and the Guide to Reference. His professional memberships include the American Institute of Physics Publications Policies Committee and the Physics-Astronomy Mathematics Division.
