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The School of Library and Information Science offers undergraduate classes to meet a wide range of information literacy needs in support of the university’s academic programs. The courses provide the understanding and skills needed to access essential information resources in an increasingly information-driven, technological world, whether in support of scholarship in academic disciplines or the occupational demands of society.
Students are able to take a variety of classes that will prepare them to access and evaluate these information resources. Topics taught in these classes include: using the Internet to answer educational and research needs; designing and creating web pages; efficiently finding and using the information resources of the modern, and increasingly electronic, library.
The School’s faculty will counsel those undergraduates interested in graduate study in librarianship. The Library and Information Science Master’s program is accredited by the American Library Association, and graduates are prepared for professional positions in all types of libraries, media centers, and information agencies. The Library and Information Science program at the University of South Florida meets the Florida State Board of Education requirements for certification as an Educational Media Specialist (grades K-12).
For more information, visit our web site at http://www.cas.usf.edu/lis.
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LIS 2001 LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SKILLS (3)
An introduction to various types of information sources (print and electronic) and search techniques. The course is designed to instruct students how to locate, evaluate, and effectively use information.
LIS 2002 INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET (3)
Covers the history, structure, and use of the Internet, with an emphasis on using the Internet to answer educational, research, and other information-based needs.
LIS 2937 SELECTED TOPICS IN LIBRARY/INFORMATION SCIENCE (1-3)
Covers a variety of topics in the field of library/information science such as emerging technologies, administration and service, and current professional issues. May be repeated up to 9 credit hours total when topic varies.
LIS 3343 WORLD WIDE WEB PAGE DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT (3)
Covers a variety of strategies in designing and maintaining attractive and effective World Wide Web pages for publication on the Internet.
LIS 4930 SELECTED TOPICS IN LIBRARY/INFORMATION SCIENCE (1-3)
Covers a variety of advanced topics in the field of library/information science such as emerging technologies, administration and service, and current professional issues.
LIS 5268 MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN LIBRARY AND INFORMATION CENTERS (3)
Microcomputer hardware and software for libraries and their application in library/information settings. Projects using major application for budgets, databases, and telecommunications are undertaken.
LIS 5315 INSTRUCTIONAL GRAPHICS (3)
PR: CI. Theoretical aspects, planning and production of instructional graphic material. The theory of graphic communications. Interpreting needs for instructional materials appropriate for given behavioral objectives.
LIS 5333 TV IN SCHOOL AND LIBRARIES (3)
Small format video tape recordings and the utilization of open and closed broadcasts in schools and libraries.
LIS 5404 FOUNDATIONS OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE (3)
Introduction to the study of library and information science, history; organization; specialized literature; outstanding leaders; current trends, issues, and problems; the place of the information agency in society with its contributions to that society.
LIS 5937 SELECTED TOPICS IN LIBRARY STUDIES (1-4)
PR: CI. Covers a variety of topics in such areas as collection development, reference services, technical services, and administration.
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Karen M. Hall - webCat@ugs.usf.edu
Effective Date: Semester I, 1999
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