Master of Library and Information Studies

 

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Master of Science in Knowledge Management

Bachelor of Arts in Information Studies

Advisement and Program Planning

Course Descriptions

This page provides the mission, goals and objectives for the MLIS Program. The complete vision, mission, goals and objectives statements for SLIS is available here.

Mission Statement:
The mission of the School of Library and Information Studies is to provide excellence in education for information and other knowledge professionals, preparing them to take leadership roles in a multicultural, multiethnic, multilingual, highly technological, global knowledge-based society; to engage in research and creative activities that generate new knowledge and applications for improved practice and that foster interdisciplinary approaches to solutions of information problems; and to provide leadership through ethical public and professional service to meet the complex information needs of an increasingly diverse society.

Student Goals and Objectives:
The School's student goals and objectives for the Master of Library and Information Studies program focus on the three areas of information provision, research, and professional service.

A. Goal: Function effectively in the provision of information services and products to a multicultural, multiethnic, multilingual, and global society.
Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to:

1. Interpret, evaluate, and promote the theories, principles, and practices that form the foundation of library and information science.
2. Interpret, evaluate and promote the use of information resources, technologies and services.
3. Demonstrate professional attitudes regarding scholarship, professional ethics, intellectual freedom, and access to information in a democratic society.
4. Design and implement information products and services that respond effectively to changes in an increasingly multicultural, multiethnic, multilingual, and global society.
5. Demonstrate competency in communication, leadership, and management skills.

B. Goal: Participate in and promote research, research programs, and creative activities.
Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to:

1. State the methods by which the literature of library and information science may be critically evaluated and utilized.
2. Apply basic principles and techniques of research methodologies appropriate for library and information science.
3. Incorporate research methodologies and findings from other fields in the conduct of research to solve information problems.

C. Goal: Provide leadership, consultation, and guidance to the professional and information communities.
Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to:

1. Participate actively in programs for information professionals.
2. Participate in programs of continuing education.
3. Contribute through speaking, writing, and collaboration.
4. Assume leadership roles within their professional communities.