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EDUC 477 - Technology in the Library

(3 units)
Use of technology in library settings and in the study of library science. Software, hardware, the Internet, library automation and emerging trends.

Units of Lecture: 3
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to demonstrate understanding of the basic types of 21st century computre hardware and software.
2. Students will be able to demonstrate understanding of the basic types of systems and networking.
3. Students will be able to identify the issues and options involved in security/privacy, firewall, filtering, and anti-virus protection.
4. Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of library automation systems in general.
5. Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of Broadband, cloud computing, social media, the Internet, and the World Wide Web.
6. Students will be able to find and access electronic databased and other digital resources such as digital books and linked data.
7. Students will be able to demonstrate digital literacy knowledge to aid teaching of basic computer and Internet use to customers.
8. Students will be able to develop a technology plan for their library.
9. Students will be able to demonstrate understanding of technological and policy trends impacting the future direction of library and information science.


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