| Course Information |
| Course ID: | LIB*010 |
| Course Name: | BASIC INFORMATION COMPETENCY |
| Section Number: | 68738 |
| Units: | 1 |
| Instructor Name: | Speck |
| Course Type: | Online |
Course Description: This course covers the basic elements of information competency by introducing students to the nature of research and the role of the library in research, including finding, analyzing, organizing and presenting information and the legal and ethical aspects of research. You will be introduced to a variety of informational resources including print, media, electronic formats and the World Wide Web. |
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| Instructor Contact Information |
| Email Address: | michele_speck@wvm.edu |
Campus Office Location: Library |
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| Other Information |
Orientation Schedule: If you are new to distance learning, plan to attend one of the VOLUNTARY half-hour orientation meetings on September 2, 2008 at 12:30 pm or September 3, 2008 at 6:30 pm in the Mission College Library Instruction room located inside the Library. Please note that this orientation is NOT mandatory. |
On Campus Requirements: This course is conducted completely online; however, you will be required to physically go to a library in order to complete the homework assignment for Week 4. You may use the Mission College Library or a public, college, or university library near your home. |
Exam Requirements and Location: All exams are taken online. |
Prerequisites: Refer to the syllabus. |
Advisories: Refer to the syllabus. |
Required Books & Materials: The College Student's Research Companion by Arlene Rodda Quaratiello. 4th Edition. New York: Neal-Schuman Publishers, Inc., 2007. |
Outline of Topics to be Covered: Refer to the syllabus. |
Notice on Disabilities: Any student who feels s/he may need an accommodation based on the impact of a disability should contact me privately to discuss your specific needs. Please contact DISC (Disability Instructional Support Center) in S2-201, (408.855.5085 or 408.727.9243 TTY) to coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with verifiable documentation. |
Websites: http://www.missioncollege.org/lib/librarycourses.html
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| Syllabus: | http://www.missioncollege.org/lib/docs/online-shortsample.pdf |
Additional Information: Please read the syllabus and the "Frequently Asked Questions About Library 10" section of the Library course Web page. |
