Study of the principles governing basic methods of descriptive cataloging and intellectual access to print, nonprint and electronic materials and information sources. Emphasis is on the Dewey Decimal Classification, MARC records, electronic tools, Sears subject headings and metadata. 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 planning, leadership and the changing roles and responsibilities of the library media professional. It considers the viewpoints of students as well as teachers and bibliographers of the current literature for young people.
Emphasis is on the issues and strategies that affect collection management and utilization.
Previous course in the field, educational experience or consent of the instructor. Students will consider administrative issues, policies and practices pertinent to operation of effective information, media and technology programs in schools. Students will expand their skills in desktop and electronic communications and publishing for the classroom and library. The most significant aspect of digital multimedia is that it is potentially interactive, integrative and nonlinear. This course will address the changing structure of information and the technologies and systems for its access.