LibS 426
Information Literacy for the Library Media Specialist
Course Description
LibS 426 Information Literacy for the Library Media Specialist (3 UI). Explores the role of the Library Media Specialist (LMS) in providing information literacy instruction. Defines information literacy, as well as places it in a national, state, and local framework. Research process as it correlates with information literacy is covered in great detail.
Students will need to be working as a librarian or teacher or be able to interview a librarian. Also required: computer with MS PowerPoint, access to Internet and UI Library's database (see instructions in study guide).
Credits/Content
3 cr. UI. 14 lessons; 1 exam.
Delivery
Format
LibS 426 - Print based course
LibS 426
- online course (see How to Access Blackboard)
Internet Access Requirement
All students, including those using the print-based study guide, must have Internet access to successfully complete the assignments in this course.
Syllabus
Refer to the syllabus for introductory course
information. (You must have or download the free Acrobat
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LibS 426 Syllabus
Lesson Submission
You may turn in up to 2 lessons at a time and up to 2 lessons per week. You may submit lessons by mail or e-mail. You may not fax lessons.
Textbooks and other Course Materials
Study guides are required for all courses. Textbooks
are required for all courses, unless otherwise specified. Some
courses require additional supplemental materials. Course materials, including print study guides, textbooks, supplements,
videos and CDs, are available from the University
of Idaho Bookstore.