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INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES

OBJECTIVES

Eastern Oregon University offers students the opportunity to study library science concepts and issues relevant to research methodology and/or careers librarianship, education, and information technology. These classes are offered as a foundation for students in developing information literacy and are also part of the teacher education program.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The coursework provided is a curriculum which prepares students to become knowledgeable in the library and information world and which gives them:

- An integrated understanding of central underlying concepts, theories, processes, models and research with a focus on users and the organization of information
- An appreciation of the varied roles, contexts, settings and values in which information work takes place and the interrelationships among them
- A principled comprehension of important issues and terms and the ability to learn more about the discipline

MEANS OF ASSESSMENT

Several tools are used in assessing student learning. Examinations are designed to let us assess students' ability to apply fundamental concepts and problem-solving skills to the solutions of specific problems.

Evaluations of oral presentations and term projects are used to determine the improvement in conceptual understanding by students.

LIBRARY

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

LIB 127 - Information Access*CP Credits: 3.00

New Gen Ed-Crit Think/Prob Sol

Use of print and electronic finding tools including the library catalog, periodical indexes, reference resources, and the Internet; critical thinking skills within the research process; experience in the preparation of bibliographies. Tailored to student's interests and prior experience.

LIB 307 - Electronic Srch Tech*CP Credits: 2.00

New Gen Ed-Crit Think/Prob Sol

Covers the basic concepts of structure and searching of online databases; use of the Internet and the World Wide Web; basic components and technology of the information industry; critical evaluation of electronic resources; current and future trends in search engines, databases and use of the internet.

Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman

LIB 330 - Introduction to Use of Media: Credits: 2.00

Basics of Computer Searching. Use of information sources and services. Consideration of all kinds of media.

LIB 387 - Literature for Primary Grades Credits: 2.00

An experience in literature for early childhood; intended to model its use in the classroom and home as well as to provide students with the abilities to evaluate and select quality children's literature. Prerequisite: Program admission required.

LIB 387L - Lit for Primary Grades Lab Credits: .00

LIB 388 - Children's Literature Credits: 2.00

An experience in children's literature and library; intended to model their use in the elementary classroom as well as to provide students with the abilities to evaluate and select quality children's literature. Prerequisite: Program admission required.

LIB 388L - Children's Lit Lab Credits: .00

LIB 389 - Literature For Middle Level Credits: 2.00

An experience in adolescent literature; intended to provide students with the abilities to evaluate and select quality adolescent literature for use across the curriculum. Prerequisite: Program admission required.

LIB 389L - Lit For Mdle Lvl Lab Credits: .00

LIB 409 - Practicum Credits: 3.00

Supervised experience (while enrolled in college) designed to offer opportunity to explore career areas and learning situations through field placement that parallels one's academic major.