LIIS 150 Introduction to Library & Information Science

This course provides students with an introduction to the purpose, functions, values, history, current state and future of library and information services, the different types of modern libraries, the principles and methods by which they are organized, career opportunities in the industry/profession, as well as relevant legal and ethical issues.

Credits

3 Credits

LIIS 150Introduction to Library & Information Science

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I. General Information

Department

Library & Information Science

II. Course Specification

Course Type

Program Requirement

Credit Hours Narrative

3 Credits

Grading Method

Letter grade

Repeatable

N

III. Catalog Course Description

This course provides students with an introduction to the purpose, functions, values, history, current state and future of library and information services, the different types of modern libraries, the principles and methods by which they are organized, career opportunities in the industry/profession, as well as relevant legal and ethical issues.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Identify and describe the major components, services, and objectives of public, school, academic, and special libraries.
• Analyze current issues and philosophies related to information access, intellectual freedom, and library service.
• Understand the organization of libraries and the various duties of library personnel.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

Key library concepts and terms History of libraries Types of libraries Library Resources/Collections Library Organization Library Modules Reference Service Reader’s Advisory Library Facilities Library Observation Library Personnel/Careers Ethics in the Information Age

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Required Assignments

Compare/Contrast Paper of Types of Libraries Library Observation Paper Lexicon

Required Exams

Final Project

Required Text

Libraries in the Information AgeDenise K. Fourie & David R. DowellLibraries Unlimited, 2009

Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements

Compare/Contrast Paper of Types of Libraries Library Observation Paper Lexicon Final Project