Presented at an introductory level, it addresses key issues and provides hands-on experience with a range of technologies and strategies for distance education. 3 cr This course prepares students to identify and critically select available library hardware and software through the process of analysis of needs, design and evaluation of currently available systems and services. Study of the principles governing basic methods of descriptive cataloging and intellectual access to print, non-print and electronic materials and information sources. Emphasis is on the Dewey Decimal Classification, MARC records, electronic tools, as well as Sears subject headings. Includes the study of library objectives and theory and practice of acquiring, processing, disseminating, housing and accessing all types of educational materials.
Emphasis is on the changing roles and responsibility of the library media professional.
An advanced course of study which may involve original research or the study of materials in a particular area appropriate to librarianship studied under an instructor of the department. May be retaken. Among the areas considered are the psychology of teaching, learning theories, memory, development, intelligence, creativity, individual differences, motivation, and classroom management. Restricted to students with professional ed admission. Focus will be on the development of skills and applications of models and techniques.