In this course, students will use the plan as a guide to establishing a new information service or product in a setting determined by the instructors, based on student areas of interest. Other SLA competencies relevant to the course's business plan format follow. Students will work on topical teams, based on their interests and skills as much as possible. Team members will work on different aspects of the plans, including marketing, budgeting, etc., and will share in presentation responsibilities. 15 minutes maximum, plus 5 minutes for questions Present during weeks 13 and 14 of course.
Instructors collectively award grades for each student's assignment.
Any discrepancies are discussed fully to arrive at a grade the instructor team believes is fair and justified. Please see instructors for a current edition of the syllabus.