CHAIR: MARY A. BERRY (lis_mab@shsu.edu)
FACULTY: Cox, Hayden, Hoffmann, Lesesne, Pichette
The Department of Library Science is charged with applying the University's mission specifically to the field of Library and Information Science.
Electives: Library Science courses may be included as requirements or electives in any curriculum, and are recommended as providing the basis for effective, efficient use of libraries. These courses provide students with research techniques.
Learning Resources Endorsement: This credential may be issued to one who has qualified for a Texas classroom teacher's certificate and who has completed an approved program of 21 semester hours in the library learning resources area, and on receiving a passing score on the Examination for the Certification of Educators in Texas (ExCET). Of the 21 semester hours required for the Learning Resources Endorsement, two courses or 6 semester hours may be taken at the undergraduate level. Information may be obtained from the Department of Library Science or the Graduate Catalogue. Undergraduate courses do not apply to the Master's degree.
LS 130 INFORMATION ACCESS STRATEGIES. This course will introduce students to the fundamental principles of information search, access, retrieval and transfer. Emphasis will be placed upon the basic tools and skills of traditional library research as well as the more innovative technologies which facilitate research and learning. Credit 3.
LS 361 LITERATURE AND RELATED MATERIALS FOR CHILDREN. The historical development, critical analysis, and selection of materials for children. Identification and use of folklore, poetry, imaginative, realistic and informational literature. Stresses developmental needs of children including those of various ethnic groups. Emphasis on motivational techniques. Credit 3.
LS 362 LITERATURE AND RELATED MATERIALS FOR YOUNG ADULTS. Selection of literature approved selection tools, the preparation of bibliographies, oral and written reports, book talks, critical evaluations annotations, and the sharing of reading experiences. Stresses developmental needs of young adults. Emphasis on motivational techniques. Credit 3.
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