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Undergraduate Program LIS Independent Studies @ FIX University

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LIBRARY-INFORMATION SERVICES COURSES

(Undergraduate program)

From the 2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog
ILS 244 - The Use of Information Sources

The range of media, technology and services available to students in the modern library is examined and applied. Cannot be used to fulfill requirements for major in Library Information Service. 3 credits.


ILS 300 - Literature for Children

Critical study of literature for children. Included are folklore, poetry, fiction and nonfiction as well as discussions of outstanding writers and illustrators, past and present. 3 credits.

ILS 302 - Information Service

An overview of the information field: library science, instructional technology, information science, communications. 3 credits.


ILS 310 - The Book Trade

An examination of the publishing field: organization, operation, and relationship to information services. 3 credits.

ILS 320 - Technical Services
Organization of the technical services structure: acquisition processes, cataloging-classification systems. 3 credits.

ILS 330 - User Services
Utilization of reference tools and the development of library-information programs. 3 credits.

ILS 400 - Information Service Practice
A 150-hour work experience in a library-information service agency. By arrangement. 3 credits.

ILS 410 - Literature for Young Adults
Critical study of literature for young adults. Included are folklore, poetry, fiction, and nonfiction as well as discussions of outstanding writers and illustrators. 3 credits.

ILS 421 - Organization of the Information Center
The structure and function of information service agencies. 3 credits.

ILS 425 - Information Sources

Sources of information in the public and private sectors: selection, acquisition, utilization. 3 credits.

ILS 440 - Information Service Technology
Utilization of major technologies in library-information service agencies: video, microforms, computers. 3 credits.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY COURSES 

Basic theories of the instructional design process. 3 credits.
Utilization and production of mixed media presentations. Students produce short 
programs on a variety of subjects in various styles utilizing digital and non-digital formats. 3 credits.
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INFORMATION AND LIBRARY SCIENCE COURSES


(Graduate program, including the MLS degree program)
From the 2013-2014 Graduate Catalog

ILS 501 - Introduction to Information Science and Technology

Principles and applications of computers and information technologies in libraries and information centers. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 503 - Foundations of Librarianship

The development structure and function of library/information agencies. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 504 - Reference and Information Resources and Services 
General reference sources; their content, evaluation and use. The reference process and the organization of reference and information services as they relate to different types of libraries. Pre/corequisite: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 506 - Information Analysis and Organization 
Analysis and description of library collections in various types; creating bibliographic records and databases. Shared cataloging and universal bibliographic control. National standards for cataloging, classification systems, authority files, MARC and metadata. Pre/co-requisite: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 511 - Materials for Children 
Types of newer materials needed to build public and school library collections. Problems in selecting and building collections are discussed. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 512 - Materials for Young Adults [formerly Materials and Services for Adolescents
The needs, interests, and motivation of young people as related to their reading are examined through a critical study of resources suitable for teens. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline
ILS 514 - Materials and Services for Adults in the Public Library
Public library materials and the methods of reader's advisory and adult education use to develop maturity in reading, viewing and listening and new technologies. Planning, implementation, and evaluation of services for adults. Includes adults in institutions and other special libraries, adults in schools (adult education or recent immigrants) as well as programming in public libraries and patron expectations. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled fall semesters. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits.  (per 10-29-09 minutes)

ILS 515 - Library Service to Special Groups 
An examination of the information needs of special groups and the role of the library in serving the under-served. Includes service to the institutionalized, blind, physically handicapped, and others. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semester of odd years. 3 credits.

ILS 517 - History of Children's Literature 
Study of materials that have lasted over the years and examination of periodic trends and social patterns which produced them. Emerging types of children's writing and major authors are considered. Scheduled fall semester of odd years. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 518 - History of Books and Printing
A study of the history of books and printing, including papermaking, printing, binding, and book illustration. Scheduled fall semester of even years. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 519 - Collection Development 

Principles of library collection development and evaluation. Business of library acquisitions: vendors, gift and exchange, cooperative resource sharing. Impact of document delivery and electronic publishing. Prerequisites: ILS 501, 504 and 506. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 521 - Children's Services in the Public Library 
Planning, implementation and evaluation of public library services for infant to age 12, with emphasis on program planning. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 522 - Young Adult Services in the Public Library
Planning, implementation and evaluation of public library services for young adults with emphasis on program planning. Ages 13 through 18 are the target audience. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 530 - Information Systems Analysis and Design 
An introduction to systems analysis in libraries. Includes flow charting, form design and control, time and cost analysis, sampling, and automation. Prerequisites: ILS 501, ILS 503 and 506. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 531 - Indexing and Abstracting 
This course explores theoretical and practical aspects of the organization of information in documentation systems, and covers traditional and computerized approaches to indexing, abstracting and thesaurus construction and maintenance. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 532 - User-Centered Database Design and Development 
An introduction to the theories and principles of database design. Theories and principles will be used to design database systems based on practical library information problems. Students will be taught to use Microsoft Access as a database development system. Prerequisites: ILS 501 or departmental permission. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [Offered on campus]
 [course outline]

ILS 534 - Technology in Libraries 
An overview of automation with emphasis on computer assisted library processes: subsystems in technical services, user services, administrative services. Prerequisites/corequisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits.(per 10-29-09 minutes)

ILS 535 - Resource Sharing and Library Networks 

An examination of the impact of cooperation, consortia, and networks on the library/information field: developments, network characteristics, problems, and issues. Converging technologies and implications for emerging trends for information professionals are examined. Prerequisites/corequisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 537 - Information-Seeking Behavior 

How people acquire, store and use information they receive from their environment. Topics include behavioral, cognitive, and affective aspects of information-seeking. Applications to information systems and user instruction. Prerequisites: ILS 501, ILS 504, ILS 506 or departmental permission. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 538 - Computer-Mediated Communications 

A reading-intensive course on computer-mediated communication (CMC) and its applications in the dissemination of information and delivery of information services. In the context of existing theoretical frameworks and CMC research findings, the course reviews the advantages and disadvantages of CMC technologies as well as the long-term implications of CMC for the information professions. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501, ILS 503, and ILS 504. 3 credits.

ILS 539 - Multimedia Interface Design 
An orientation course intended to give students both a theoretical understanding of, and practical experience with, designing multimedia products and the user interface in information systems.It introduces basic knowledge of human-computer (HCI) and various computerized, new media and Internet based multimedia system designs. Prerequisite: basic knowledge of computers. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. [Offered on campus] [course outline]

ILS 560 - College and University Libraries 
Organization and administration of academic libraries. The role of libraries in research and the relationship of academic libraries to curricula, students, faculty, and administration. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 561 - Public Libraries 
Organization, administration, and services of municipal, county, and regional libraries. Basic developments and trends are considered. The role of public libraries as educational institutions is examined. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 562 - Management of School Library Media Centers 
The school LMC is examined in the context of modern educational systems. Organization, administration, and services are discussed. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 564 - Special Libraries and Documentation Centers 
The aims, organization, administration and services of special libraries. Examples are drawn from those that are unique to interests of students. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 565 - Library Management 
An examination of the general principles and practices of library management. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 566 - Library Personnel Management 
An examination of the sub-area of general management concerned with manpower resources: recruitment, selection, placement, training, and development of human resources within the organization. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled irregularly. 3 credits.

ILS 568 - Library Public Relations 
A study of Library Public Relations and its concomitant activities. The design of a public relations program for a specified agency. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled irregularly. 3 credits.

ILS 570 - Utilizing Instructional Media 
Workshop in the effective use of computer based instructional media including the planning, selection and production of materials. Prerequisite: basic computer skills or permission of instructor. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 575 - Instructional Design Principles 
Introduction to the principles of the systematic application of instructional design. Critique of current and alternative instructional design models. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 580 - Research in Information and Library Science 
Fundamentals of quantitative and qualitative research methods will be studied.  Prerequisite: 24 credits in library science. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. (Replaces ILS 680) (per 10-29-09 and 4-7-11 minutes) [course outline]

ILS 581 - School Media Specialist Practice 
A professional work experience in a school media center with a Teacher Education and Mentoring (TEAM) Program trained school media specialist. Must meet all Department of Education student teaching requirement. Connecticut residents must attend 3 on-campus seminars, the first being in the semester prior to student teaching. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 6 credits (only 3 credits applicable toward MLS degree). [course outline]

ILS 582 - Library Science Practice 
A professional work experience in an academic, public or special library. By arrangement. Prerequisite: 15 credits in library science. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. (Occasionally a student desires additional internship experience through the department. In these cases a student may enroll for additional experience under ILS 582; however, only 3 credits of ILS 582 may count toward the MLS degree.) (per 10-29-09 minutes)

ILS 585 - Field Project 
An action research project in which the student investigates a significant problem in an institution and develops a strategy for change. By arrangement. Prerequisite: 12 credits in library science and a course in research methods. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.
 [course outline]

ILS 593 - Reader's Advisory Services

An overview of the methods and resources for implementing programs geared to patrons seeking help in selecting materials relevant to their reading interests. Prerequisites: ILS 501, 503, and 504. Scheduled irregularly. 3 credits. [course outline
ILS 597 - Introduction to Archival and Museum Work
An introduction to work in archives and museums including basic theories and methodologies and to the application of archival and museum theory in the digital world. 3 credits. [course outline]
ILS 599 - Special Topics. (1-6 credits)

Scheduled any semester as needed to explore new course topics. Scheduled irregularly. 1-6 credits.

ILS 600 - Independent Study 
For the advanced student with a background in library science to explore in-depth study in topics outsdie current courses. By arrangement. Prerequisite: 12 credits in library science and department permission. Scheduled irregularly. 1-3 credits. Up to 3 credits of ILS 600 may be applied to the MLS.

ILS 604 - Advanced Reference Materials and Services 
Specialized reference services and collaborative reference are examined. Evaluation of E-Reference sources, services and systems. Demonstrated competence in reference interview techniques, online searching, development of bibliographic instruction for print and electronic resources. Lab in on-line retrieval and reference service. Prerequisite: ILS 501 and ILS 504. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 606 - Advanced Cataloging and Classification 
Cataloging of special library materials; new concepts of descriptive and subject cataloging; role of cataloging in public and technical services, metadata and cataloging of digital collection. Issues of Name and subject authority control. Prerequisite: ILS 506. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 608 - Cataloging and Development of a Digital Union Catalog for Ancient Chinese 
Special features and catalog sources of ancient and rare Chinese books; descriptive cataloging for Chinese rare books; and metadata for creating a digital union catalog. An online course for experienced librarians working for East Asian collections worldwide. Prerequisite: basic cataloging experience and reading competence of Chinese language. Scheduled irregularly. 3 credits.

ILS 615 - Humanities - Literature and Sources 
An introduction to reference sources in the humanities: religion, philosophy, literature and performing and visual arts. Evaluation and selection of reference sources, institutions, societies, periodicals, major collections and their relative importance to each discipline will be considered. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled fall semester of even years. 3 credits.

ILS 616 - Social Sciences - Literature and Sources 
Advanced course in subject analysis and use directed toward strengthening command of resources in this major subject area. Course surveys both history and recent developments. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semester of odd years. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 617 - Science-Technology - Literature and Sources 
The various type of organization and publication of Sci-Tech information sources and literature are examined. The functions of science and technology library and information centers in providing conventional library resources as well as online database services for different user needs are explored. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semester of odd years. 3 credits.

ILS 618 - Business Information - Literature and Sources 
Advanced courses in subject analysis and use are directed toward strengthening command of resources in these major areas. Courses survey both history and recent developments. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semester of even years. 3 credits.

ILS 619 - Medical Bibliography and Libraries 
Literature resources in medicine and the health sciences, including library organization and services. Lab in MEDLARS databases. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semester of even years. 3 credits.

ILS 620 - Legal Bibliography and Libraries 
Survey and evaluation of legal resources, with emphasis on bibliographical sources, methods of legal research, acquisition program, cataloging, and classification, and use of related materials. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled fall semester of odd years. 3 credits.

ILS 621 - Government Publications 
Study of city, state, and federal documents and those of selected international agencies. Problems of acquisition, organization, and use of such collections in various types of libraries. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled fall semester of odd years. 3 credits.

ILS 642 - Management of Electronic Resources and Services 
Management and operation of electronic information resources and services in library and information centers. Selection and integrating system options; finance and budget; staff and end-user training; search strategies; database publishers and vendors; hardware/software; measurement/evaluation and future planning. Prerequisites: ILS 501, ILS 504, ILS 506. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits..

ILS 650 - Preservation of Library Materials 
Fundamentals of materials preservation in libraries, museums and archival institutions. Preservation continuing education, disaster recovery and planning, reformatting and digitization projects are explored. Prerequisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 655 - Digital Libraries 
Theoretical study of and practice in designing, constructing and evaluating digital libraries. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 656 - Information Architecture 
An in depth study of the concepts and practices of information architecture (IA). Students will read the existing literature related to IA and build complex web sites to address issues specific to information and library science based on current best practices. Prerequisites: ILS 501 or good working knowledge of html with permission from the instructor. Scheduled spring semester of even years. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 685 - Field Project 
An action research project in which the student investigates a significant problem in an institution and develops a strategy for change. (By arrangement.) Prerequisite: 12 credits and a course in research methods. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 692 - Issues in  Library and Information Studies 
An overview of select major issues, problems, and trends facing cultural institutions (libraries, archives, museums) and information professionals (librarians, archivists, curators). Topics will vary each semester. 1 to 3 credits.

ILS 693 - Contemporary Issues in School Library Media Centers 
Investigation of political and social issues affecting school libraries on local, state, and national levels. Option to complete fieldwork to broaden personal experience and perspective in the management of school libraries. Students may choose options of learning modules or fieldwork to complete requirements for 3 units of credit. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 695 - Online Information Retrieval 
An overview of major online systems providing resources and services to information users. Participants develop basic skills in online information retrieval. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

EDU 566 - Media Utilization and Curriculum 
The curriculum of the modern school is examined. Principles and methods of evaluation, selection, and utilization of media are related to curriculum and personal needs of children and youth. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

Association of Librarian better known as LIS @ FIX University

ALA
Contact:  Larra Clark
Press Officer  
312-280-5043
lclark@ala.org

For Immediate Release
Jaunuary 1, 2002     

Need for librarians on the rise

With retirement looming for 1 in 4 of America's librarians,libraries face major shortages

CHICAGO -- Joseph, a precocious 12-year-old voracious reader, worries that there soon won't be a librarian to help him with his research project on anthrax.  His fears are well-founded.  Public libraries and libraries in schools and colleges are now struggling with or foreseeing a shortage of qualified candidates to fill growing vacancies in the profession. 

"We haven't reached an acute staffing shortage yet," said American Library Association (ALA) President John W. Berry. "But librarians must address recruitment and diversity concerns now.  Today's librarians are trained information specialists, the human search engines we increasingly count on to help us sort through information, especially in our current crisis."  The ALA and libraries nationwide are seeking to inform the public about this issue through The Campaign for America's Libraries, a new public education campaign (www.atyourlibrary.org). 

Based on Census data, more than one-quarter of all librarians with master's degrees will reach the age of 65 before 2009.  This data does not take into account early retirement, death or other reasons for leaving the profession before the age of 65.

With one of the highest median ages of any occupation (47 years old), librarianship is a career with a frequent need to replenish itself.  Additionally, the Monthly Labor Review estimates that the industry most affected by baby-boomer retirements is educational services.  While the impact of retirement varies depending on geography and library type, the crunch is being felt across the country.

More than 125,000 librarians now work in academic, school and public libraries across the country.  Many librarians come to the profession as a second or third career, which accounts in part for the high median age of librarians.  When asked why they made the switch, these career changers cite everything from the thrill of the hunt for information to a desire to "give back" and connect people with free resources to a desire to streamline and improve research methods.

As the needs of library users change and evolve, so are libraries and librarians.  "What has kept me challenged and engaged these past 11 years is the changing role of technology in libraries," said Maira Liriano, director of reference for the Chicago Public Library.  "When I first started out, an office of 12 shared two computers.  Very quickly that changed to not only each librarian having their own PC, but also their own email address... The fact that librarians embraced this change and empowered others to use technology to seek information definitely helped in keeping me attracted to this profession."

 "Librarians are uniquely positioned to offer the high-tech, high-touch services and free resources that our communities need to stay connected to each other and to the world," Berry said.  "We invite people to learn more about this dynamic and important career."

About 95 percent of public libraries offer public Internet access and classes to teach computer skills.  Academic libraries like the Alliance Library System in Illinois are leading the way in 24/7 online reference service.  Libraries are paying for online databases, making them available to library patrons for free, and educating users on how to use them.  School library media specialists like Betsy Barnett in Colorado are helping students research and create multimedia presentations.

Other changes also are afoot in the library world.  With the 2000 Census documenting the trend toward a non-white majority in the United States, libraries are building multilingual collections, offering Internet classes in Spanish and focusing on adding staff from different races and ethnicities.

"The fact that librarians are serving increasingly diverse communities must be reflected in our workforce," Berry said.  One way the ALA is addressing this concern is through the Spectrum Initiative, which has awarded more than 50 scholarships for minority students over the past four years.  About 30 of these scholars have graduated, and most of them are now working in the library field. The Florida Library Association has created a minority librarian recruitmentcommittee to focus on diversity.  The Ocean County (N.J.) Library formed a diversity committee and has added bilingual staff and increased internship and trainee opportunities focused on increasing diversity.

Completion of a Masters of Library Science (MLS) degree is the on-ramp to a career as a librarian.  There are 58 accredited programs in the United States and Canada.  While not every state has a graduate school of library and information science, distance education programs are improving access to library education.  The MLS opens more doors than the ones that lead into libraries. At the School of Communication, Information and Library Studies at Rutgers University, the courses in the MLS program are organized around six themes in the field of library and information science: human-interaction; information access; information and society; information systems; management; and organization of information. Skills in these arenas are useful in many fields.

Library school placement centers report that a vast majority of their graduates find work within six months after graduation.  "Many institutions have invited me to apply for their system before my graduation," said Spectrum scholar Terry Carlson.  "These kinds of opportunities - where the employers come looking for you - do not happen too often, usually the opposite."

For more information, visit the ALA's Web page at: http://www.ala.org/hrdr/.

Winners of the 2012 Youth Media Awards Post Their Reactions on YouTube

The top books, video and audiobooks for children and young adults – including the Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Newbery, Printz and Morris awards – were announced early Monday morning at ALA's annual Youth Media Awards ceremony.
Many of the winners are posting their reaction to receiving the prestigious honor on the YMA YouTube Channel
Ruta Sepetys, a Morris finalist for Between Shades of Grey,
speaks about the power of books and the power of librarians in her remarks.

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