DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SCIENCE

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 OF 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.