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ILS 522 |
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Young Adult Services in the Public Library Professor N. Disbrow Catalog Description Planning, implementation and evaluation of public library services for young adults with emphasis on program planning.
Course Objectives 1. Develop a strategic plan for library service to young adults. 2. Identify other information agencies in networking arrangements to expand access to information for young adults. 3. Design ongoing public relations program directed toward young adults, staff, other agencies serving young adults, and the community at large. 4. Develop physical facilities which contribute to the achievement of young adult program goals. 5. Provide a variety of information services (e.g., career information, homework help, web sites) to meet the diverse needs of young adults. 6. Utilize a variety of techniques (e.g., book talking, discussion groups) to encourage use of materials. 7. Instruct young adults in the basic information gathering and research skills. These should include the skills necessary to use and evaluate electronic information sources, and to insure current and future information literacy. 8. Encourage young adults in the use of all types of materials for their personal growth and enjoyment. 9. Identify current trends and emerging technologies, issues, and research in librarianship, adolescent development, education, and allied fields. 10. Identify professional organizations to strengthen skills, interact with fellow professionals, and contribute to the profession.
Sample of Course Work Staff Workshop (.doc) Young Adult Program (.doc) Teen Webpage and Homework Center (.doc)
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Southern Connecticut State University Department of Information and Library Science Fall 2010 |
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