CHAIR: MARY A.
BERRY
FACULTY: Bell,
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.
LIBRARY SCIENCE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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
that 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.
Writing Enhanced. 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.
Writing Enhanced. Credit 3.
*LS 363 SURVEY COURSE IN JUVENILE LITERATURE.
Designed to acquaint students with the selection, critical
analysis, and historical development of literature for children
and young adults. Emphasis will be placed on selecting materials
which meet the needs and interest of children and young adults,
identifying techniques and strategies which will motivate
ALL children and young adults to read and respond to literature,
and developing critical abilities for evaluating literature
and related materials for children and young adults. A strong
multicultural element will also be a part of this course.
Writing Enhanced. Credit 3.
*Subject to action by the Board of Regents, The Texas State
University System, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating
Board.
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