Welcome to LIS-505B Introduction to Library and Information Studies Dr. Valerie Nesset January 11, 2010

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS-5052 What is the purpose of the course?  Overview or “taste” of the field. History, foundations (theory and practice) and issues  Framework for required and elective courses Plan of Study

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS-5053 Course Objectives 1.To understand the history, context, and development of communication media and libraries and their relationship to the field of Library and Information Studies (LIS).  Theoretical overview (Week 4)  A Brief History of Communication Media, Libraries, and Librarianship (Week 4)

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS-5054 Course Objectives 2.To identify the main functions involved in the operation of a library or information center and to illustrate the flow of information within them.  Libraries in Operation: Functions and Types (Week 3 – Assignment 1)  The Role of Libraries/The Information Cycle (Week 5)

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS-5055 Course Objectives 3.To identify and understand the types and roles of information professionals within the information infrastructure of a networked society.  Access to Information: Information Behaviour (Week 8)  Panel of Information Professionals (Week 15)

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS-5056 Course Objectives 4.To identify and evaluate some of the major issues concerning information access, provision, and use as addressed in the professional and scholarly literature.  Censorship and Freedom of Expression (9)  Publishing, Copyright, and Open Access (10)  Information Literacy (12)  Information and Societies: the International Dimension (13)  Group Discussions/Presentations

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS-5057 Course Objectives 5.To demonstrate an understanding of LIS principles, practices, and ethics 6.To complete an informed Plan of Study  Digital Libraries and Archives (Week 6)  What is Information Science? What is Knowledge Management? (Week 7)  The LIS Profession: Parts I and II (Week 14)  The entire course!

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS-5058 Course Objectives  Course objectives will be met through:  A series of lectures by myself and invited guests who are experts in their particular areas.  Small group online discussions and class meetings (15%)  Assignments (80%)  Class participation (5%)

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS-5059 And about the lectures…  Abridged lectures on UBlearns prior to each class meeting (exception: when there is a guest panel or speaker).  Class participation is encouraged during the lectures and attendance is mandatory for small group presentations.

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS And about the small group discussions…  Participation in discussion groups = 15% of final mark.  Each person will be expected to take on a specific role (e.g. recorder, discussion leader, reporter) on a rotational basis.  The mark depends mainly on the content of the document produced by each group.  Individual participation will be monitored via the chat logs.

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS And about the assignments…  Purpose of the assignments is to introduce you to various aspects of Library and Information Studies not covered in class.  Assignments also provide a measure for assessment of your learning.  Three assignments:  Assignment #1: Groups of two or three  Assignment #2: Individually or in pairs  Assignment #3: Individually.

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS More about the assignments… Assignment 1  Focuses on processes and the relationships between them within a library or information center  Provision of and access to information resources  Diagrammatic  Terminology  “The big picture”

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS More about the assignments… Assignment 2  Opportunity to apply theory to practice  Development of critical thinking and decision-making skills  “Real life” scenario

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS More about the assignments… Assignment 3: Literature Review  Focuses on the theoretical side of LIS  What issues concern information professionals?  What are the major themes?  What are the experts saying about these issues?  What is the debate surrounding these issues?  Critical Thinking – synthesis and analysis  Identification and analysis of major themes.

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS And about the assignments…  Check UBlearns under Assignments for electronic copies as well as copies of assessment criteria and useful information.  Make use of office hours!!  is very handy if you are unable to see me in person and have a question regarding the course or the assignments. I will try to reply to your questions as promptly as possible.

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Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS Advisement Why  To help you develop a plan of study appropriate for your career goals Who  LIS faculty (one should have been assigned to you) When  As soon as possible (to develop an initial Plan of Study, required for this course)

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS LIS-526: Practicum  Supervised by an information professional  Hands-on experience in a workplace environment  12 credit hours in LIS must be completed  Choice of length (40 hours = 1 credit; typical practicum is 120 hours for 3 credits)  Maximum of 6 credits from practica during the program  Grading: Satisfactory (S) or Unsatisfactory (U)  df df 

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS LIS-527: Special Project  Supervised by an information professional  Special duties related to LIS  12 credit hours in LIS must be completed before starting a special project  Hours and nature of project to be determined by the supervisor  Maximum of 6 credits from special projects  527_Guidelines.pdf 527_Guidelines.pdf 

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS LIS-598: Directed Study  Can be taken at any point during the program (no pre-credit requirements)  Grading: Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory; or Letter Grade (as decided by instructor)  irected_Study.pdf irected_Study.pdf  Maximum of 9 credits for any combination of 526/527/598 with a maximum of 6 credits for 526/527.

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS LIS Programs  MLS (general) SLMS certification Public Library: civil service requirements  Specializations Law (MLS/JD) Music (MLS/MA)

Introduction to Library and Information Studies LIS UB Libraries  Electronic Resources To use a database from home, click on it and enter your UBIT name and password  Lockwood Library (graduate) LIS Collection (basement) Technical Services nslml.html nslml.html  Capen Library (undergraduate) Course Reserves (main desk) nsugl.html nsugl.html