[Libs-Or] Library & Information Services program at Highline Community College - spring quarter 2009 classes

[Clark, Frances]

Hello,

 

The Library & Information Services program at Highline Community College is offering the following courses for spring quarter 2009. All of these courses are available online and can be taken towards a certificate or degree or simply for professional development. 

 

For more information on the program, please visit: http://flightline.highline.edu/lis/

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at fclark at highline.edu.

 

Spring quarter 2009

 

LIBR 100 Introduction to Libraries and Information Services 
An introduction to the historical and philosophical foundations of libraries and information services including effective use of libraries and information resources.  The focus is on library principles, types of libraries, their functions, organization, services, terminology, the evolving roles of library personnel, and their continuing professional growth.  Attention is also paid to the development of information literacy competencies as students explore the evolution of information from traditional print to digital resources.

LIBR 110 Library Employment 
An examination of the library employment landscape with a focus on preparing for a successful job search.  Attention is paid to creating effective résumés and cover letters, networking, and preparing for initial applicant screening procedures and interviews.

LIBR 130 School Libraries
In typical K-12 school library settings, the role of the librarian, emphasizing coordination of curricular and student needs, and reading motivation, and the teaching of information literacy skills.

LIBR 133 Medical Reference Sources
Introduction to medical literature searching retrieval, including both manual and electronic sources.

LIBR 150 Reference Services
Development of proficiency in providing face-to-face and remote reference services in a variety of settings.  The focus is on the nature and purpose of reference services, library principles governing them, customer service, conducting effective reference interviews, and developing familiarity with a broad array of print and electronic resources.  Attention is also paid to assisting library users to become proficient in using library resources themselves.

LIBR 175 Cataloging II
An introduction to cataloging of library collections with a focus on subject effective use and application of standardized subject headings and classification systems, and the use of MARC formats.   Attention is paid to the use of library networks, integrated library systems, sources of electronic catalog copy, transfer and input into local and shared systems, and applying customer service models in performing all cataloging functions.

Thank you,

Fran Clark 
Library & Information Services Program Advisor 
Highline Community College 
2400 South 240th St, MS 25-2 
Des Moines, WA  98198-9800 
206.878.3710 x3610 
fclark at highline.edu 

http://flightline.highline.edu/lis <http://flightline.highline.edu/lis> 

 

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