Curriculum Evidence | Course Catalog CUR 2
| Core Courses | 2000 - 2099 |
| General Courses | 2100 - 2199 |
| Book Arts, Preservation, Archives | 2200 - 2299 |
| Resources and Services for Specific Patron Groups | 2300 - 2399 |
| Organization of Information | 2400 - 2499 |
| Subject Area Resources and Services | 2500 - 2599 |
| Information Technology | 2600 - 2699 |
| Management Courses | 2700 - 2799 |
| Organizational Behavior | 2800 - 2899 |
| Individual Options | 2900 - 2999 |
| Doctoral Studies | 3000 - 0000 |
Core Courses 2000 - 2099
LIS 2000 UNDERSTANDING INFORMATION
Introduction to major ideas and concerns of the information professions and examination of formal communication of relevant ideas, information, and knowledge. Exploration of nature and role of organizations in which archivists and librarians work. Required for all students enrolled in the MLIS Program.
LIS 2005 ORGANIZING AND RETRIEVING INFORMATION
Key concepts in information organization and information retrieval, including: terminology and models of organizing and retrieving information; nature of user information needs and implications for information organization and information retrieval; identifying appropriate resources from the range of types and formats; formulating retrieval strategies; and identifying information appropriate to the user. Required for all MLIS students except those declared in the Archives and Records Management Specialization.
General Courses 2100 - 2199
LIS 2184 LEGAL ISSUES IN INFORMATION HANDLING: COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE IN THE DIGITAL AGE
Concepts, legislation, and case law about censorship, freedom of access to information, privacy, copyright, professional liability, and other issues. Legal implications and safeguards. Origins, development, evolution, and pivotal role of copyright, fair use, and related issues within 21st century information, legal, policy, and economic framework. Key and emerging issues such as public domain, orphan works, Section 108 exceptions for libraries and archives, licensing, recent statutory legislation and case law, and international copyright. Alternative protection schema, such as Open Access and Creative Commons.
LIS 2186 INFORMATION POLICY
Introduction to information policy with a focus on U.S. Federal policies. Issues and challenges faced in developing and implementing policies within organizations and companies, including the protection and use of intellectual property, First Amendment concerns, access to public information, security and protection of privacy of personally identifiable information. (Cross listed with INFSCI 2220 and TELCOM 2512)
LIS 2194/TELCOM 2515 INFORMATION ETHICS
Digital-age intersection of information and ethics with emphasis on key areas of intellectual property, privacy, confidentiality, authenticity, plagiarism, diversity/inclusion and special populations, accessibility, intellectual freedom, censorship, social networking, cyberbullying, security, preservation, transparency, accountability, policy making, and professionalism. Ethical theories and application of ethical decision-making models to real-world library and information center scenarios. Analysis of codes of ethics. Issues and resources related to creation, implementation, enforcement, and assessment of institutional ethical codes. (Cross listed with INFSCI 2210 and TELCOM 2515)
Book Arts, Preservation, Archives 2200 - 2299
LIS 2214 LIBRARY AND ARCHIVAL PRESERVATION
Preservation and conservation of library and archival collections. Basic foundation in theoretical, managerial, analytical, and practical applications of preservation. Note: This course is offered in the Fall Term only for students in the Archives and Records Management Specialization. When offered in the Spring Term, it is open to all students.
LIS 2215 PRESERVATION MANAGEMENT
Methods of integrating and implementing preservation activities and programs in library and archival settings, based on a knowledge of preservation history, operations, and current issues. Understanding the complexities of practical applications; combining management ideals with less-than-ideal institutional environments. Prerequisite: LIS 2214 or program consent
LIS 2220 ARCHIVES AND RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Introduction to the essentials of records and knowledge management in diverse organizational settings. Organizational theory and how this relates to the history and development of record-keeping systems, electronic-records management and the advent of new technologies, and the place of records and knowledge management in the information professions. Theoretical principles, methodologies, and practical administration of archives, records, and other information sources from print to oral (encompassing explicit and implicit knowledge) contributing to the management of knowledge necessary for organizations and society. Required for students declared in the Archives, Preservation & Records Management Specialization.
LIS 2222 ARCHIVAL APPRAISAL
Advanced analysis of the basic theories, principles, techniques, and methods that archivists and records managers use for identifying and selecting (appraising) records with continuing or enduring value to records creators, researchers, and society. Comparison and contrast to related activities in other fields, such as library collection management and development, museum artifact selection, and the analysis of documentary evidence by historians and other researchers. Prerequisite LIS 2220. Open only to students in the Archives, Preservation & Records Management Specialization.
LIS 2223 ARCHIVAL ACCESS, ADVOCACY AND ETHICS (ARCHIVAL ACCESS AND ADVOCACY)
Orientation to the ways in which archivists and other records professionals provide access to their holdings, advocate for their programs and societal mission, and the ethical and other challenges they face in carrying out such functions. Provides historical, theoretical and practical orientation to access, advocacy, and ethical matters. Prerequisite LIS 2220. Only students declared in the Archives, Preservation & Records Management Specialization can fulfill the information-retrieval requirement with this course.
LIS 2224 ARCHIVAL REPRESENTATION
Introduction to the theoretical foundations, history, principles, and research surrounding the representation of archival materials. Examination and analysis of issues of effectiveness, economics, and audience surrounding different types of surrogates for archival collections including guides, calendars, finding aids, (in paper form and on-line), bibliographic records themselves, issues of context, appropriate levels of control, selection, and interpretation. Prerequisite LIS 2220. Only students declared in the Archives, Preservation & Records Management Specialization can fulfill the information-organization requirement with this course.
LIS 2225 MUSEUM ARCHIVES
Overview of the evolution of the purposes of museums; history and development of museum record-keeping systems, with particular emphasis on changes in those systems in transition from paper-based to electronic records, use of functional analysis to identify principle functions of museums and to guide the appraisal of records that document those functions.
LIS 2226 MOVING IMAGE ARCHIVES
Introduces various contexts moving image media occupies in collecting institutions as well as basic procedures to preserve these works. Motion picture film will be of primary focus, but other moving image media types will also be explored. Archival functions will be approached using cross-disciplinary frameworks as a way to interrogate the histories, technologies, preservation processes and accessibility of moving image media. Prerequisite LIS 2220. Open only to students in the Archives, Preservation & Records Management Specialization
LIS 2227 PHOTOGRAPHIC ARCHIVES
Explore issues surrounding all aspects of managing photographic collections including storage, access, preservation, reference, cataloging, processing, and, digitization. Students completing this course will be able to: evaluate, identify, and inspect photographic collections for their preservation needs including determining and carrying out treatment and storage options; develop processing plans for photographic collections; Create policies and guidelines for reference and access to photographic collections with attention paid to copyright issues; use photographic collections as primary documents in reference situations; be familiar with issues surrounding copyright and digitization of photographic collections. Prerequisite LIS 2220. Open only to students in the Archives, Preservation & Records Management Specialization.
LIS 2228 INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES ON ARCHIVES
Archival issues analyzed from an international perspective: archival history in the 20th century, archival standards and practices, and relation between archives, collective memory and accountability. Prerequisite LIS 2220. Open only to students in the Archives, Preservation & Records Management Specialization.
LIS 2230 RECORDS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
Contemporary approaches to records and information management (RIM); concepts, tools and best practices that help information professionals create useful and sustainable recordkeeping systems; physical and digital recordkeeping; metadata classifications and filing systems; records retention; role of standards, policy, law, ethics and tradition. Prerequisite LIS 2220.
LIS 2280 HISTORY OF BOOKS, PRINTING, AND PUBLISHING
The development of the book in its many forms in relation to contemporary society, education, and culture. Manuscript origins, the nature and development of the printing process, the reading public, the book trade, binding, and book illustration.
Resources and Services for Specific Patron Groups 2300 - 2399
LIS 2322 RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN
Survey of literature, film, video, and other formats for children from infancy to adolescence, with an emphasis on contemporary sources. Critical evaluation of materials for use in a multicultural society and strategies to encourage the use of those materials by children and those who work with children.
LIS 2323 RESOURCES FOR YOUNG ADULTS
Survey of literature, periodicals, video, and electronic formats of interest to and importance for young adults, with an emphasis on contemporary sources. Critical evaluation of materials for use in a multicultural society and strategies to encourage the use of those materials by young adults and those who work with young adults.
LIS 2324 HISTORY OF CHILDREN'S LITERATURE
Introduction to literature for children from the Anglo-Saxon period in England through the 19th century in England and America. Emphasis on social and cultural history as reflected by literature for young people.
LIS 2325 CURRICULUM RESOURCES AND SERVICES IN THE SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER
Integration of library media center collections and services into the curriculum. The teaching roles of the school-library media specialist. Open only to students in the School Library Certification Program.
LIS 2326 STORYTELLING
The historical role of the storyteller as preserver of culture and the contemporary role as performer in the context of traditional and contemporary sources of stories and techniques of presentation.
LIS 2327 (2568) MULTICULTURAL RESOURCES AND SERVICES IN SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA CENTERS
Survey of multicultural resources in a variety of formats; utilization of multicultural resources with students and teachers in K-12 schools. Open only to students in the School Library Certification Program.
LIS 2328 INFORMATION LITERACY RESOURCES AND SERVICES IN SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA CENTERS
Overview of information-seeking behaviors of students and teachers in the K-12 school-library environment; services and resources that directly support information literacy skills instruction; policies that guide the use of information by students and teachers. Open only to students in the School Library Certification Program.
LIS 2329 SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCES AND SERVICE IN SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA CENTERS
Overview of information-seeking behaviors of students and teachers in the K-12 school library environment; services and resources that directly support information-literacy-skills instruction; policies that guide the use of information by students and teachers. Open only to students in the School Library Certification Program
LIS 2332 RESOURCES AND SERVICES FOR ADULTS
Survey of materials in a variety of formats of interest to and importance for adults, with an emphasis on popular resources, utilization of resources, and program development.
LIS 2335 LIBRARY SERVICES FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD
Knowledge and skills needed to provide developmentally appropriate services for children, ages 0 to 5 years, and their families and caregivers. Design, implementation, and evaluation of library programming for young children. Role of family and caregivers in language and literacy development. Current trends, issues, and problems in the area of library services for young children.
Organization of Information 2400 - 2499
LIS 2405 INTRODUCTION TO CATALOGING AND CLASSIFICATION
Theory, principles, and standards of descriptive and subject cataloging as currently practiced and conceptualized; emphasis on the changing information landscape. Focuses on analyzing systems and practices that respond to user needs, practically and ethically. Provides beginning-level experience with bibliographic utilities, description, metadata, and encoding schemes, choice of entry, construction of headings, authority control, Dewey and Library of Congress classification schemes, and Library of Congress Subject Headings. Prerequisite: LIS 2005.
LIS 2407 METADATA
Principles and application of metadata for networked information-resource organization, representation, retrieval, and interoperability using a variety of schemes and tools. Prerequisite: LIS 2005.
LIS 2452 INDEXING AND ABSTRACTING
Principles, practices, and applications of abstracting, subject indexing, controlled vocabularies, and syndetic reference structures. Survey of current issues and relevant research. Projects in abstracting and derived and assigned indexing in journal/database and Web context. Prerequisite: LIS 2005.
Subject Area Resources and Services 2500 - 2599
LIS 2500 REFERENCE RESOURCES AND SERVICES
Survey and application of tools (paper and electronic) needed to respond to questions in the changing reference environment. Discussion of philosophies and theories underlying the practice of general reference. Introduction to subject reference tools and services. Prerequisite/corequisite: LIS 2005.
LIS 2537 GOVERNMENT INFORMATION RESOURCES AND SERVICES
The American political environment and its impact on the availability and control of information emanating from the federal government. Consideration and analysis of federal-government materials in many formats. Pre/Co-requisite: LIS 2005.
LIS 2543 HUMANITIES RESOURCES AND SERVICES
Survey and evaluation of resources in the fields of literature, religion, mythology, philosophy, music, and art; historical background and development of each subject, its scope, the structure of its literature, and its relationship to other humanistic disciplines. Problems of bibliographic control and retrieval. Pre/Co-requisite: LIS 2005.
LIS 2544 SOCIAL SCIENCES RESOURCES AND SERVICES
Survey and evaluation of current sources, services, and trends related to information transfer, with examples chosen from the social-science areas of history, geography, anthropology, sociology, psychology, political science, international relations, law, library/information science, African American studies, women's studies, and peace studies. Pre/Co-requisite: LIS 2005.
LIS 2545 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES AND SERVICES
Information resources and services in science and technology, including primary and secondary publications, electronic text, image and numeric databases; user needs and communications patterns within the scientific community. Pre/Co-requisite: LIS 2005.
LIS 2581 COLLECTIONS AND RESOURCES IN HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTS
Selection, collection and access to print and electronic library and information resources and services in the healthcare environment. Budgets and justification of selections, vendor relations, licensing, and scholarly holdings' management. Examination of technologies used in health sciences library settings. Open only to students in the Certificate of Advanced Study in Health Sciences.
LIS 2585 HEALTH CONSUMER RESOURCES AND SERVICES
Collection development, reference, and educational services in the domain of consumer-health resources in print, non-print, and electronic formats. Identification of appropriate and accurate resources for consumer health and family education; policy issues in providing consumer and family-health information in different settings; role of public media; and information and referral services to and from healthcare organizations, community agencies, and public libraries.
LIS 2586 HEALTH SCIENCES RESOURCES AND SERVICES
Survey and evaluation of current sources, services, and trends related to information transfer in the health sciences, including medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, allied health, and veterinary science. Materials and services appropriate to hospital, academic, and special libraries, and information centers.
LIS 2587 APPLICATIONS IN MEDICAL INFORMATICS
A survey of concepts and activities in medical informatics, including an introduction to the applications of information technology in the areas of knowledge-based information and library informatics; integrated hospital information systems and patient-specific information; nursing, radiology, pathology, and pharmacy services; clinical decision support; telehealth; and medical education. Also included are concepts related to informatics in healthcare financing; legal, ethical, and philosophical issues in medical informatics; and consumer informatics.
Information Technology 2600 - 2699
LIS 2600 INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
Introduction to computing and networking, with an emphasis on how computing and networking technologies are use to create, manipulate, and disseminate information related to library and archival services. Focus on a series of underlying themes, including standardization, interoperability, and hypertext presentation, with an emphasis on core technologies of digital libraries; namely, databases and digital documents. Web design, layout, and publishing. Incorporate a set of competencies essential for librarians and information professionals. "Hands-on" experience with relevant technologies. Required for all MLIS students.
LIS 2610 LIBRARY AND ARCHIVAL COMPUTING
Development and roles of computational systems that form the basis of computing for libraries and archives, with particular emphasis on the role that digital libraries and repositories play in support of contemporary scholarship. "Hands-on" experiences with key applications and systems that have been developed, mainly in the open-source environment - "LAMP" architecture - for use in digital libraries and related settings, with an emphasis on collection building.
LIS 2633 TECHNOLOGY IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Effects of media on young people, ages birth to 18 years; technology in everyday life--from toys to television; gaming and libraries; filtering; privacy and child safety; social networking/cyber bullying; information/media literacy instruction in children’s libraries (public); digital libraries for children; evaluation of digital resources for children; children’s information behavior; interaction/interface design for young people; digital divide and social equity issues; global perspectives--technology in young people’s lives around the world; future trends.
LIS 2635 INFORMATION ARCHITECTURE
Practical and theoretical issues associated with information architecture in organizations. User and organizational information needs and uses provide the basis for the conceptual design of Web-based information systems and methods for analysis of stakeholder needs. Designed for students wishing to enhance knowledge and skills related to Web development, networks, and related concepts. Prerequisite: LIS 2600.
LIS 2658 ADVANCED INFORMATION STORAGE AND RETRIEVAL
Problems and techniques in storage and retrieval of textual and non-textual materials in various environments; theory and research in seeking, searching and retrieving information: new challenges for information professionals. Prerequisite: LIS 2610.
LIS 2670 DIGITAL LIBRARIES
An examination of the conditions and factors influencing the development of digital library services, focusing largely on socioeconomic and technological issues. Prerequisite: LIS 2600
LIS 2674 DIGITAL PRESERVATION
Focus on format, media and preservation aspects of maintaining digital resources over time. Preservation of materials "born digital" and those transformed into digital format. Prerequisite: LIS 2600.
LIS 2680 DATABASE DESIGN AND APPLICATIONS
Characteristics and concepts of database systems; database development process, including entity-relationship model, relational database models, normalization, structured query language (SQL), basics of transaction management and physical database design; current database technologies; and database applications in libraries and archives.
LIS 2690 INFORMATION VISUALIZATION
This course focuses on the visual design, structure, and organization of information as applied to library and information environments and web site design. Topics include visualization literacy, usability research, theories of visual perception and cognition, visualization models, visual analytics, and data graphics. The emphasis is on user and task-centered design for developing and evaluating visualization-based tools for various types of data. Practical work with visualization technologies will be included. Prerequisite: LIS 2600.
LIS 2695 GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS FOR LIBRARIANS
Concepts, techniques and technology of GIA: geospatioal data sources, metadata, and databases; techniques for creating maps; using GIS applications and software. Prerequisite: LIS 2600.
Management Courses 2700 - 2799
LIS 2700 MANAGING LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND SERVICES IN CHANGING ENVIRONMENTS
Topics relevant to library management of public, academic and special libraries: management theories; strategic planning; grant proposal writing; fiscal management; professional association; HR/personnel; project management; licensing; facilities management; assessment. Required for all MLIS students except those declared in the Archives and Records Management, the Preservation Management, or School Library Certification Program specializations.
LIS 2774 SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER MANAGEMENT
Planning, organizing, staffing, budgeting, implementing, and evaluating library-media programs in elementary and secondary schools. The functions and roles of library media specialists in instruction and library media centers as information centers in schools. Required for all students in School Library Certification Program. Open only to students in the School Library Certification Program.
LIS 2781 LIBRARIES IN HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTS
Content knowledge and skill sets needed by librarians in the culture of medicine; evidence-based clinical practice; scholarly communication. Open only to students in the Certificate of Advanced Study in Health Sciences.
Organizational Behavior 2800 - 2899
LIS 2800 BEHAVIORAL PERSPECTIVES
Communication and personality theories and how these relate to interaction with staff, users and administrators in organizational settings. Interpersonal communications techniques, use of Myers Briggs Type Indicator, group dynamics and diversity.
LIS 2830 MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS FOR LIBRARIES
The creation, design, and production of publicity and marketing. Strategies of effective public relations lobbying, fundraising, news management, market and audience research, and needs assessment.
LIS 2850 THE LIBRARY'S ROLE IN TEACHING AND LEARNING (LIBRARY INSTRUCTION)
Teaching and training fundamentals; learning styles; instructional strategies; managing large and small instruction programs; designing online library-instruction modules; and creating successful library instruction classes in all types of library settings, with a focus on academic libraries.
LIS 2881 REFERENCE SERVICES AND INSTRUCTION IN HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTS
Examination of reference services with special focus on evidence-based medicine, systematic reviews and meta analyses, instructional and consulting services, imbedded, clinical and liaison services. Library services to special populations in the healthcare environment. Open only to students in the Certificate of Advanced Study in Health Sciences.
Individual Options 2900 - 2999
LIS 2901 INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH 1
Research on a topic selected by the student and carried out with scheduled reports to a faculty member. Reports of the research may take various forms as determined in advance by the student and faculty member. Faculty member's agreement to sponsor required. A maximum of three credits may be earned under this course number. Letter grade only. Requires program consent. A Student may register for this course only ONCE.
LIS 2902 INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH 2
Research on a topic selected by the student and carried out with scheduled reports to a faculty member. Reports of the research may take various forms as determined in advance by the student and faculty member. Faculty member's agreement to sponsor required. A maximum of three credits may be earned under this course number. Letter grade only. Requires program consent. A Student may register for this course only ONCE.
LIS 2910 CAS INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH
Research on a topic in the Health Sciences selected by the student and advisor and carried out with scheduled reports to the advisor. A maximum of three credits may be earned under this course number. Open only to students in the Certificate of Advanced Study in Health Sciences.
For all field experiences: LIS 2921, 2922, 2924, 2925, 2926, 2933, 2935
Prerequisites: Students must have completed required core courses or be registered concurrently to receive consent to register for a field experience. Student must secure the permission of a faculty sponsor in advance of registration. Students must also submit a “Permission Code Form” in order to register for any Field Experience course. Students may register for only one Field Experience: LIS 2921, 2922, 2924, 2925, 2926, 2933, 2935. S/N grade only.
LIS 2921 FIELD EXPERIENCE
Supervised work in a library, or other information-service environment that provides a frame of reference for understanding and an opportunity to apply the skills, methodologies, and theories presented in other courses. Agreement of faculty sponsor and field work supervisor required.
LIS 2922 PRACTICUM IN SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA PROGRAMS
Experience in a school library under the supervision of a cooperating teacher librarian working collaboratively with teachers, teaching information literacy skills, providing services to students and teachers, and managing resources. Weekly seminars, individual coaching sessions, and other online written requirements focus on identifying best practices and using case studies to problem solve. Professional assessment; completion of SLCP Portfolio of Demonstrated Competencies and electronic professional portfolio. Students in the Endorsement Option must register for three credits and students in the Intern Option must register for six credits. S/N grade only. Open only to students in the School Library Certification Program.
LIS 2923 PRACTICUM IN SCHOOL-DISTRICT LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER PROGRAMS
Coordinated experience in various aspects of managing district- or regional-level school library programs, including professional development for district school librarians, collections and resources management, professional libraries, central-processing centers, and personnel. S/N Grade Only. Open only to students in the School Library Certification Program.
LIS 2924 FIELD EXPERIENCE IN ARCHIVES PRESERVATION AND RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Supervised work in an archive, or other information-service environment that provides a frame of reference for understanding and an opportunity to apply the skills, methodologies, and theories presented in other courses. Student must secure permission of faculty sponsor in advance of registration. Open only to students in the Archives, Preservation & Records Management Specialization
LIS 2925 FIELD EXPERIENCE REFERENCE RESOURCES & SERVICES SPECIALIZATION
Designed for students in the Reference Resources and Services specialization. Supervised professional learning experience with defined learning outcomes in reference that takes place in a public, academic or special library or information-based organization and provides student practical application of knowledge and skills learned in coursework.
LIS 2926 FIELD EXPERIENCE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES AND DIGITIAL LIBRARIES SPECIALIZATIONS
Designed for students in the Information Technologies and Digital Libraries specializations. Supervised professional learning experience with defined learning outcomes that takes place in an information-based organization and provides student practical application of knowledge and technology skills learned in coursework.
LIS 2933 FIELD EXPERIENCE CHILDREN & YOUTH RESOURCES & SERVICES SPECIALIZATION
Designed for students in the Children and Youth Resources & Services specialization. Supervised professional learning experience with defined learning outcomes that takes place at a site that provides children and youth with library resources and services and provides student practical application of knowledge and skills learned in coursework.
LIS 2935 FIELD EXPERIENCE HEALTH RESOURCES & SERVICES SPECIALIZATION
Designed for students in the Health Resources & Services specialization. Supervised professional learning experience with defined learning outcomes that takes place in a health science library or other appropriate information-based institution and provide student practical application of knowledge and skills learned in coursework.
LIS 2970 SPECIAL TOPICS IN LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
Individual courses offered on an experimental basis or as a timely topic arises. Such courses may be offered only once or twice as needed.
LIS 2971 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PUBLIC SERVICES
Individual 1-credit courses surveying and evaluating the current sources, services, and trends in reference and other public service areas of librarianship. Classes may include practical applications of theory, principles, and standards; hot topics; and discussion of the librarian's distinct roles within the LIS institution.
WISE COURSES
Elective courses offered online by other LIS programs in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, and New Zealand that are members of the Web-based Information Science Education (WISE) Consortium. Course selections vary by term. A student may register for up to six (6) elective credits: three credits under WISE 0001 and three credits under WISE 0002.
WISE 0001
WISE 0002
LIS 2990 COLLOQUIUM (no credit)
Guest speakers from the information professions present information on current topics and trends, providing students additional stimulus for professional growth.
Doctoral Studies 3000 - 0000
LIS 3000 INTRODUCTION TO DOCTORAL STUDIES
An introduction to the requirements for the PhD degree in the Library and Information Science Program and to the broader social and academic context of doctoral studies its history and traditions, social role, methodologies, and outcomes of doctoral scholarship in library and information science. Required of all students in the Doctoral Studies Program.
LIS 3100 Seminars in Professional Issues
LIS 3200 Seminars in Book Arts, Preservation, & Archives
LIS 3300 Seminar in Research Methods; Design, Theory & Practices in LIS
LIS 3400 Seminars in Organization of Information
LIS 3500 Seminars in Resources (Seminars in Subject Area Resources and Services)
LIS 3600 Seminars in Information Technology and Systems
LIS 3700 Seminars in Management Theories and Applications
LIS 3800 Seminars in Behavioral and Service Issues
LIS 3901 Individual Research 1
LIS 3902 Individual Research 2
LIS 3970 Seminars Special Topics
Fall 2012: Digital Scholarship
Contemporary research and scholarship is increasingly characterized by the use large-scale datasets and computationally intensive tasks. Vast amounts of data are used by scholars to better map the cosmos, build more accurate earth system models, examine in finer detail the structures of living organisms, and gain new insights into the behaviors of societies and individuals in a complex world. Similarly, humanists are rapidly integrating newly digitized corpora, digital representation of cultural artifacts and spatial and temporal indexed data into their scholarly endeavors.
This course will chart the development of digital scholarship from the beginning of the use of models and abstracted forms to conceptualize and represent knowledge and physical phenomena to state-of-the-art projects today that are transforming the nature of inquiry in many disciplinary domains. The course will be descriptive in nature. The goal will be to understand digital scholarship in terms of high-level methodological approaches and conceptual frameworks as well as to examine the technological, academic and social contexts that underpin successful endeavors. Case studies of exemplary state-of-the-art projects will be the vehicle for exploring the ways in which scholars, using internet-based open data, technologies and tools are dramatically expanding the problem space of domain scholarship in many areas and creating new methods for analysis of information and presentation of research results. A focus will also be on the natural role of collaboration and communication in digital scholarship. Class assignments will be tailored for each student to meet their interests and support their career goals.