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Master in Library and Information Science


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Here is the class outline:

1. Setting of Expectations

Aug 24

This is a more detailed orientation activity where we get to know each other and plan together as a learning group.

Self-Introduction
Learning Attitude Survey
Alignment Discussion (Video Conference)
Individual Learning Plan

2. Foundations of Education

Aug 17

This course is designed to provide the student the basic background of philosophical, psychological and sociological foundations upon which the field of education is anchored

Learning Theories
Summary of Different Learning Theories
Five Major Educational Philosophies
Assignment 2.1
Reflection on assigned Coursera Courses and other learning materials

3. Methods of Research

Aug 17

This course reviews the processes and procedures for analyzing and interpreting empirical research studies in one's field and applying this information in classroom practice. The course assists students in becoming informed consumers of literature as well as to design and interpret action research projects in their chosen field.

Course Description
Assignment 3.1
Assignment 3.2
Reflection on assigned Coursera Courses

4. Inferential Statistics

Nov 2

The course is about statistical tools that are useful in the conduct of research. It starts with a review of descriptive statistics and then proceeds with inferential statistics.

Review of Descriptive Statistics
Assignment 4.1
Reflection on assigned Coursera Courses

5. Data Management in Libraries

Course Description
Assignment 5
Reflection on assigned Coursera Courses

6. Programming for Library System Development

Course Description
Assignment 6
Reflection on assigned Coursera Courses

7. System Analysis and Design for Library

Course Description
Assignment 9.2
Reflection on assigned Coursera Courses

8. Indexing and Abstracting

Course Description
Learning Resources
Final Paper
Book Index

9. Special Materials, Archive and Museum

Course Introduction
Learning Resources
Individual Final Project

10. Advanced Library Management

Assignment 10.1
Required Coursera

11. Advanced Collection Management

Collection Management Plan and Program

12. Information Analysis

Assignment
Assignment

13. Organization of Recorded Knowledge & Information

Assignment
Lectures

14. Reference & User Services

Assignment 14.1

15. PROBE project

Society 5.0
UNC Graduate School Research Agenda
Issue Framing
Peer Evaluation
1st Peer Review
Final PROBE Project Report
Final Peer Evaluation

16. Synch Recordings

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18Pqo4D46dBRA92Po9xmGJUdIQewaxlhf?usp=sharing

Meeting Recordings for 1st Semester SY 22-23

Synch Recordings 1st Semester SY 2022-23

17. Synthesis/Research

Sep 5

This lesson will provide opportunities to students and faculty to synthesize teaching and learning experiences this semester using the PROBE model. Students are expected to present their research report and provide other feedback about the mode of education delivery used.

Research Problem
1st submission_Research Proposal
Writing the First Chapter of the Study Proposal
2nd submission_Research Proposal
Writing the Second Chapter of the Study Proposal
3rd Submission_Research Proposal
Research Design
Sampling
Instrumentation
Data Analysis Tools
PROBE Experience
Curriculum Progress
Peer Evaluation_PROBE Project Group

18. PROBE Activities

Peer Review (Week 1)
Peer Review (Week 2)
Peer Review (Week 3)