COURSE OFFERINGS

LIBRARY-INFORMATION SERVICES COURSES

(Undergraduate program)
From the 2009-2011 Undergraduate Catalog

ILS 244 - The Use of Information Sources 
The range of media, technology and services available to students in the modern library is examined and applied. Cannot be used to fulfill requirements for major in Library Information Service. 3 credits.

ILS 300 - Literature for Children 
Critical study of literature for children. Included are folklore, poetry, fiction and nonfiction as well as discussions of outstanding writers and illustrators, past and present. 3 credits.

ILS 302 - Information Service 
An overview of the information field: library science, instructional technology, information science, communications. 3 credits.

ILS 310 - The Book Trade 
An examination of the publishing field: organization, operation, and relationship to information services. 3 credits.

ILS 320 - Technical Services 
Organization of the technical services structure: acquisition processes, cataloging-classification systems. 3 credits.

ILS 330 - User Services 
Utilization of reference tools and the development of library-information programs. 3 credits.

ILS 400 - Information Service Practice
A 150-hour work experience in a library-information service agency. By arrangement. 3 credits.

ILS 410 - Literature for Young Adults 
Critical study of literature for young adults. Included are folklore, poetry, fiction, and nonfiction as well as discussions of outstanding writers and illustrators. 3 credits.

ILS 421 - Organization of the Information Center 
The structure and function of information service agencies. 3 credits.

ILS 425 - Information Sources 
Sources of information in the public and private sectors: selection, acquisition, utilization. 3 credits.

ILS 440 - Information Service Technology 
Utilization of major technologies in library-information service agencies: video, microforms, computers. 3 credits.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY COURSES

ITC 380 - Instructional Design Basics 

Basic theories of the instructional design process. 3 credits.

ITC 470 - Multi-Media Production 

Utilization and production of mixed media presentations. Students produce short  programs on a variety of subjects in various styles utilizing digital and non-digital formats. 3 credits.

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INFORMATION AND LIBRARY SCIENCE COURSES

(Graduate program, including the MLS degree program)
From the 2009-2010 Graduate Catalog

ILS 501 - Introduction to Information Science and Technology 
Principles and applications of computers and information technologies in libraries and information centers. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 503 - Foundations of Librarianship 
The development structure and function of library/information agencies. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 504 - Reference and Information Resources and Services
General reference sources; their content, evaluation and use. The reference process and the organization of reference and information services as they relate to different types of libraries. Pre/corequisite: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 506 - Information Analysis and Organization  
Analysis and description of library collections in various types; creating bibliographic records and databases. Shared cataloging and universal bibliographic control. National standards for cataloging, classification systems, authority files, MARC and metadata. Pre/co-requisite: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 511 - Materials for Children  
Types of newer materials needed to build public and school library collections. Problems in selecting and building collections are discussed. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 512 - Materials for Young Adults [formerly Materials and Services for Adolescents]
The needs, interests, and motivation of young people as related to their reading are examined through a critical study of resources suitable for teens. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 514 - Materials and Services for Adults in the Public Library
Public library materials and the methods of reader's advisory and adult education use to develop maturity in reading, viewing and listening and new technologies. Planning, implementation, and evaluation of services for adults. Includes adults in institutions and other special libraries, adults in schools (adult education or recent immigrants) as well as programming in public libraries and patron expectations. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled fall semesters. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. (per 10-29-09 minutes)

ILS 515 - Library Service to Special Groups  
An examination of the information needs of special groups and the role of the library in serving the under-served. Includes service to the institutionalized, blind, physically handicapped, and others. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semester of odd years. 3 credits.

ILS 517 - History of Children's Literature
Study of materials that have lasted over the years and examination of periodic trends and social patterns which produced them. Emerging types of children's writing and major authors are considered. Scheduled fall semester of odd years. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 518 - History of Books and Printing
A study of the history of books and printing, including papermaking, printing, binding, and book illustration. Scheduled fall semester of even years. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 519 - Collection Development
Principles of library collection development and evaluation. Business of library acquisitions: vendors, gift and exchange, cooperative resource sharing. Impact of document delivery and electronic publishing. Prerequisites: ILS 501, 504 and 506. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 521 - Children's Services in the Public Library  
Planning, implementation and evaluation of public library services for infant to age 12, with emphasis on program planning. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 522 - Young Adult Services in the Public Library 
Planning, implementation and evaluation of public library services for young adults with emphasis on program planning. Ages 13 through 18 are the target audience. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 530 - Information Systems Analysis and Design  
An introduction to systems analysis in libraries. Includes flow charting, form design and control, time and cost analysis, sampling, and automation. Prerequisites: ILS 501, ILS 503 and 506. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 531 - Indexing and Abstracting
This course explores theoretical and practical aspects of the organization of information in documentation systems, and covers traditional and computerized approaches to indexing, abstracting and thesaurus construction and maintenance. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 532 - User-Centered Database Design and Development
An introduction to the theories and principles of database design. Theories and principles will be used to design database systems based on practical library information problems. Students will be taught to use Microsoft Access as a database development system. Prerequisites: ILS 501 or departmental permission. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [Offered on campus]  [course outline]

ILS 534 - Technology in Libraries
An overview of automation with emphasis on computer assisted library processes: subsystems in technical services, user services, administrative services. Prerequisites/corequisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. (per 10-29-09 minutes)

ILS 535 - Resource Sharing and Library Networks
An examination of the impact of cooperation, consortia, and networks on the library/information field: developments, network characteristics, problems, and issues. Converging technologies and implications for emerging trends for information professionals are examined. Prerequisites/corequisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 537 - Information-Seeking Behavior
How people acquire, store and use information they receive from their environment. Topics include behavioral, cognitive, and affective aspects of information-seeking. Applications to information systems and user instruction. Prerequisites: ILS 501, ILS 504, ILS 506 or departmental permission. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 538 - Computer-Mediated Communications
A reading-intensive course on computer-mediated communication (CMC) and its applications in the dissemination of information and delivery of information services. In the context of existing theoretical frameworks and CMC research findings, the course reviews the advantages and disadvantages of CMC technologies as well as the long-term implications of CMC for the information professions. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501, ILS 503, and ILS 504. 3 credits.

ILS 539 - Multimedia Interface Design
An orientation course intended to give students both a theoretical understanding of, and practical experience with, designing multimedia products and the user interface in information systems.It introduces basic knowledge of human-computer (HCI) and various computerized, new media and Internet based multimedia system designs. Prerequisite: basic knowledge of computers. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. [Offered on campus] [course outline]

ILS 560 - College and University Libraries
Organization and administration of academic libraries. The role of libraries in research and the relationship of academic libraries to curricula, students, faculty, and administration. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 561 - Public Libraries
Organization, administration, and services of municipal, county, and regional libraries. Basic developments and trends are considered. The role of public libraries as educational institutions is examined. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 562 - Management of School Library Media Centers
The school LMC is examined in the context of modern educational systems. Organization, administration, and services are discussed. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 564 - Special Libraries and Documentation Centers
The aims, organization, administration and services of special libraries. Examples are drawn from those that are unique to interests of students. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 565 - Library Management
An examination of the general principles and practices of library management. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 566 - Library Personnel Management
An examination of the sub-area of general management concerned with manpower resources: recruitment, selection, placement, training, and development of human resources within the organization. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled irregularly. 3 credits.

ILS 568 - Library Public Relations
A study of Library Public Relations and its concomitant activities. The design of a public relations program for a specified agency. Prerequisites/co-requisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled irregularly. 3 credits.

ILS 570 - Utilizing Instructional Media
Workshop in the effective use of computer based instructional media including the planning, selection and production of materials. Prerequisite: basic computer skills or permission of instructor. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 575 - Instructional Design Principles
Introduction to the principles of the systematic application of instructional design. Critique of current and alternative instructional design models. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 580 - Research in Information and Library Science
Fundamentals of quantitative and qualitative research methods will be studied. Central research findings and research literature of the field are considered. Each student prepares a Special Project proposal to meet the Graduate School and MLS requirements. Prerequisite: 24 credits in library science. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. (Replaces ILS 680) (per 10-29-09 minutes) [course outline]

ILS 581 - School Media Specialist Practice
A professional work experience in a school media center with a B.E.S.T. trained school media specialist. Must meet all Department of Education student teaching requirement. Connecticut residents must attend 3 on-campus seminars, the first being in the semester prior to student teaching. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 6 credits (only 3 credits applicable toward MLS degree). [course outline]

ILS 582 - Library Science Practice
A professional work experience in an academic, public or special library. By arrangement. Prerequisite: 15 credits in library science. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. (Occasionally a student desires additional internship experience through the department. In these cases a student may enroll for additional experience under ILS 582; however, only 3 credits of ILS 582 may count toward the MLS degree.) (per 10-29-09 minutes)

ILS 585 - Field Project
An action research project in which the student investigates a significant problem in an institution and develops a strategy for change. By arrangement. Prerequisite: 12 credits in library science and a course in research methods. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.  [course outline]

ILS 593 - Reader's Advisory Services 
An overview of the methods and resources for implementing programs geared to patrons seeking help in selecting materials relevant to their reading interests. Prerequisites: ILS 501, 503, and 504. Scheduled irregularly. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 597 - Introduction to Archival and Museum Work
An introduction to work in archives and museums including basic theories and methodologies and to the application of archival and museum theory in the digital world. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 599 - Special Topics. (1-6 credits) 
Scheduled any semester as needed to explore new course topics. Scheduled irregularly. 1-6 credits.

ILS 600 - Independent Study
For the advanced student with a background in library science to explore in-depth study in topics outsdie current courses. By arrangement. Prerequisite: 12 credits in library science and department permission. Scheduled irregularly. 1-3 credits. Up to 3 credits of ILS 600 may be applied to the MLS.

ILS 604 - Advanced Reference Materials and Services
Specialized reference services and collaborative reference are examined. Evaluation of E-Reference sources, services and systems. Demonstrated competence in reference interview techniques, online searching, development of bibliographic instruction for print and electronic resources. Lab in on-line retrieval and reference service. Prerequisite: ILS 501 and ILS 504. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 606 - Advanced Cataloging and Classification
Cataloging of special library materials; new concepts of descriptive and subject cataloging; role of cataloging in public and technical services, metadata and cataloging of digital collection. Issues of Name and subject authority control. Prerequisite: ILS 506. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 608 - Cataloging and Development of a Digital Union Catalog for Ancient Chinese
Special features and catalog sources of ancient and rare Chinese books; descriptive cataloging for Chinese rare books; and metadata for creating a digital union catalog. An online course for experienced librarians working for East Asian collections worldwide. Prerequisite: basic cataloging experience and reading competence of Chinese language. Scheduled irregularly. 3 credits.

ILS 615 - Humanities - Literature and Sources
An introduction to reference sources in the humanities: religion, philosophy, literature and performing and visual arts. Evaluation and selection of reference sources, institutions, societies, periodicals, major collections and their relative importance to each discipline will be considered. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled fall semester of even years. 3 credits.

ILS 616 - Social Sciences - Literature and Sources
Advanced course in subject analysis and use directed toward strengthening command of resources in this major subject area. Course surveys both history and recent developments. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semester of odd years. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 617 - Science-Technology - Literature and Sources
The various type of organization and publication of Sci-Tech information sources and literature are examined. The functions of science and technology library and information centers in providing conventional library resources as well as online database services for different user needs are explored. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semester of odd years. 3 credits.

ILS 618 - Business Information - Literature and Sources
Advanced courses in subject analysis and use are directed toward strengthening command of resources in these major areas. Courses survey both history and recent developments. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semester of even years. 3 credits.

ILS 619 - Medical Bibliography and Libraries
Literature resources in medicine and the health sciences, including library organization and services. Lab in MEDLARS databases. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled spring semester of even years. 3 credits.

ILS 620 - Legal Bibliography and Libraries  
Survey and evaluation of legal resources, with emphasis on bibliographical sources, methods of legal research, acquisition program, cataloging, and classification, and use of related materials. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled fall semester of odd years. 3 credits.

ILS 621 - Government Publications
Study of city, state, and federal documents and those of selected international agencies. Problems of acquisition, organization, and use of such collections in various types of libraries. Prerequisite: ILS 504. Scheduled fall semester of odd years. 3 credits.

ILS 642 - Management of Electronic Resources and Services
Management and operation of electronic information resources and services in library and information centers. Selection and integrating system options; ﬁnance and budget; staff and end-user training; search strategies; database publishers and vendors; hardware/software; measurement/evaluation and future planning. Prerequisites: ILS 501, ILS 504, ILS 506. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits..

ILS 650 - Preservation of Library Materials
Fundamentals of materials preservation in libraries, museums and archival institutions. Preservation continuing education, disaster recovery and planning, reformatting and digitization projects are explored. Prerequisites: ILS 501 and ILS 503. Scheduled fall semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 655 - Digital Libraries
Theoretical study of and practice in designing, constructing and evaluating digital libraries. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 656 - Information Architecture
An in depth study of the concepts and practices of information architecture (IA). Students will read the existing literature related to IA and build complex web sites to address issues specific to information and library science based on current best practices. Prerequisites: ILS 501 or good working knowledge of html with permission from the instructor. Scheduled spring semester of even years. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 685 - Field Project
An action research project in which the student investigates a significant problem in an institution and develops a strategy for change. (By arrangement.) Prerequisite: 12 credits and a course in research methods. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

ILS 692 - Issues in Library and Information Studies
An overview of select major issues, problems, and trends facing cultural institutions (libraries, archives, museums) and information professionals (librarians, archivists, curators). Topics will vary each semester. 1 to 3 credits.

ILS 693 - Contemporary Issues in School Library Media Centers
Investigation of political and social issues affecting school libraries on local, state, and national levels. Option to complete fieldwork to broaden personal experience and perspective in the management of school libraries. Students may choose options of learning modules or fieldwork to complete requirements for 3 units of credit. 3 credits. [course outline]

ILS 695 - Online Information Retrieval
An overview of major online systems providing resources and services to information users. Participants develop basic skills in online information retrieval. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

EDU 566 - Media Utilization and Curriculum
The curriculum of the modern school is examined. Principles and methods of evaluation, selection, and utilization of media are related to curriculum and personal needs of children and youth. Scheduled spring semesters. 3 credits. [course outline]

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ART OF THE ORAL TRADITION COURSES

(Sixth Year Diploma program)
From the 2009-2010 Graduate Catalog

AOT 670 - History and Development of the Oral Tradition  
History and development of the oral tradition will be traced from the earliest storytellers. Folklore, fables, parables, legends, fairy tales, sagas, tall tales, folk songs and other storytelling formats will be studied and examined. Scheduled spring 2009. (3 credits.

AOT 671 - Integrating the Oral Tradition into the Elementary Curriculum  
An introduction to the literature of the oral tradition and the theoretical and practical elements of the oral tradition as it applies to the contemporary elementary curriculum. Scheduled falls 2008 and 2009. 3 credits.

AOT 672 - Integrating the Oral Tradition into the Middle and High School Curriculum
An introduction to the literature of the oral tradition and the theoretical and practical elements of the oral tradition as it applies to the contemporary middle and high school curriculum. Scheduled fall 2009. 3 credits.

AOT 674 - Storytelling in Art and Legend 
The history and meaning of fairy tales will be examined with a focus on storytelling in art and legend. Scheduled spring 2009. 3 credits.

AOT 675 - Storytelling Art and Technique
The focus of this course will be on performance techniques and the development of personal storytelling styles and repertoires. Prerequisites: ILS 690 and ILS 670 or departmental permission. Scheduled summer 2009. 3 credits.

AOT 676 - Integrating Enhanced Learning Techniques and Movement into the Oral Tradition
This experiential course offers the library media specialist a learning readiness program that uses simple integrative movements, and storytelling techniques from the Oral Tradition, to facilitate whole brain learning and enrich the contemporary elementary school library media program and curriculum. Scheduled fall 2008. 3 credits.

AOT 677 - Fostering the Multiple Intelligences through the Oral Tradition
An interactive study of the literature of the oral tradition, its related activities and its application toward fostering the multiple intelligences in contemporary school library media center environments. Scheduled spring 2009. 3 credits.

AOT 678 - History and Development of the Folktale in Oral Tradition
The focus of this course will be on the history, evolution, and synthesis of folklore and folktale tradition into multicultural environments and culture. Prerequisites: ILS 690 and ILS 670 or departmental permission. Scheduled spring 2009. 3 credits.

AOT 679 - The Oral Tradition in Ancient and Modern Mythology
An examination of the historical and cultural importance of myth in the development of the oral tradition. Scheduled falls 2008 and 2009. 3 credits.

AOT 681 - Storytelling and Social Change 
Exploration of the diverse applications of storytelling as a communication tool and catalyst for social justice and change. Scheduled falls 2008 and 2009. 3 credits.

AOT 682 - Methods and Genres of Storytelling 
An introduction to theoretical and practical methods and adaptations of storytelling techniques designed for the elementary curriculum. Scheduled summer 2009. 3 credits.

AOT 684 - The Historical and Cultural Integration of Music and the Oral Tradition
The historical and cultural importance of music will be examined in the context of the evolution of the oral tradition. Scheduled fall 2009. 3 credits.

AOT 685 - Field Project 
An action research project in which the student investigates a significant problem in an institution and develops a strategy for change. (By arrangement.) Prerequisite: 12 credits and a course in research methods. Scheduled fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

AOT 690 - Storytelling
An examination of the history and art of storytelling. Existing and innovative approaches to storytelling are addressed. Scheduled summers and Wintersession. 3 credits.(per 10-29-09 minutes)

AOT 691 - Multicultural Storytelling
An examination of the applications of storytelling to the elementary and secondary curriculum. Scheduled summers and spring break. 3 credits. (per 10-29-09 minutes)

AOT 694 - Storytelling and Character Education 
Exploration of the use of storytelling for the development of values and ethics in character education. Scheduled fall 2008. 3 credits.