Get Involved in the Instruction Section
With more than 4,000 members from all types of academic libraries, our group represents a wide range of expertise and experience related to instruction and information literacy. We hope you’ll become a member of IS, if you are not already, and become active in the section as a committee member. The Instruction Section offers a variety of professional development opportunities and benefits for our members and colleagues. Opportunities include:
- All-Virtual Section
- Presentation Opportunities
- Online Events for Professional Development
- ALA Connect Community
- Mentorship
- Standards and Best Practices Development, Access, & Discussion
- Networking
- Resource Sharing
Quick Links
Join the Instruction Section
- Join or Renew Membership
- New IS member orientation held annually
- Information for New IS Members
Volunteer
- IS Committees
- IS Task Forces
- IS Committee Charges & Rosters
- IS Committee Appointment Information
- Committee Volunteer Form
Stay Current
- ALA Connect
- Community: ACRL Instruction Section
- Find events, calls for proposals, volunteer opportunities, announcements, IS resources and more
- IS Newsletters
- IS Social Media
- IS Newsfeed
- Find announcements about the latest IS resources and news, such as Featured Teaching Librarian interviews, Tips & Trends, and more
Contact Us
- ACRLInstruction@gmail.com
To find out more about the Instruction Section, please visit our FAQ page or contact the Membership Committee. Our members are glad to assist you in pursuing volunteer opportunities that match your interests, goals, and skills.
Updated by the IS Executive Committee 2025.

