Highline Community College

The Library & Information Services program at Highline Community College is offering the following courses for fall quarter 2009. All of these courses are available online and can be taken towards a certificate or degree or simply for professional development.

For more information on the program, please visit: http://lis.highline.edu If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at fclark@highline.edu For more information on the ALA-APA LSSC program, please visit:

http://www.ala-apa.org/lsscp/ or contact fclark@highline.edu

Fall quarter 2009

LIBR 100 Introduction to Library & Information Services An introduction to the historical and philosophical foundations of libraries and information services including effective use of libraries and information resources.  The focus is on library principles, types of libraries, their functions, organization, services, terminology, the evolving roles of library personnel, and their continuing professional growth.  Attention is also paid to the development of information literacy competencies as students explore the evolution of information from traditional print to digital resources.

LIBR 122 Circulation Services

Development of proficiency in the procedures, tools, and systems used in library circulation, inventory, and interlibrary loan with a focus on philosophical underpinnings and customer service. Attention is paid to the effective use of library circulation systems, registering users, circulating materials, processing overdues and fines, and problem solving.  Interlibrary loan, stacks management, security of the facility and materials, interpretation and communication of library policies are also covered.

LIBR 132 Serving Diverse Communities

An examination of library services to diverse populations including, but not limited to, ethnicity, national origin, language, gender, age, disability (human exceptionalities), and sexual orientation.  The focus is on proactively developing collections and services that foster an atmosphere of inclusion and which meet the needs of all the library’s users.

LIBR 150 Reference Services

Development of proficiency in providing face-to-face and remote reference services in a variety of settings.  The focus is on the nature and purpose of reference services, library principles governing them, customer service, conducting effective reference interviews, and developing familiarity with a broad array of print and electronic resources.  Attention is also paid to assisting library users to become proficient in using library resources themselves.

LIBR 151 Business Reference Sources

An introduction to business reference sources used in libraries.

Emphasis is on the use of business reference materials and on finding business and related information. The course will also provide an overview of business-related sources available online.

LIBR 190 Library Administration & Management In-depth examination of the principles of library program management, including the management of personnel, facilities, budgets, and services designed to meet the needs of users.  Designed to meet the needs of School Librarians and Public Library Practitioners.