The Palmer School Student Learning Objectives for the Master of Science in
Library and Information Science
1.
Foundations, Principles and Ethics of Library and Information Science:
Students will understand and be able to articulate the mission, ethics, ideals and values of the profession.
1A.
Students will articulate the ethics, history, values, legal and
foundational principles of the library and information profession.
1B.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the global policies and
trends of significance to the library and information profession.
1C.
Students will use effective communication techniques and critical
thinking skills, such as problem solving and decision making skills.
2.
Description, Organization and Operation of Information and Information Systems:
Students will understand and apply the principles of describing and organizing recordable information and knowledge, and
the systems and technologies for information management and use.
2A.
Students will distinguish among formats of information and determine
appropriate methods for their selection, description and classification
to enhance information retrieval.
2B.
Students will understand and apply components of descriptive analysis
of information by using standardized schema.
2C.
Students will understand and be able to use the systems for
organizing and structuring information and knowledge, such as cataloging,
classification, and metadata formation standards.
2D.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the functions and
features of online retrieval systems.
2E.
Students will be able to develop and/or evaluate information systems.
3.
Information Services:
Students will understand and articulate their role in providing information services through the integration of
technology to respond to the diverse needs of a global society.
3A.
Students will distinguish among different types of libraries and
information organizations.
3B.
Students will understand and be able to articulate their role in
rapidly changing information services and technologies for a diverse
global society, including serving the needs of underserved groups.
3C.
Students will be able to utilize and assess both existing and
emergent resources, systems and services and develop new ones.
3D.
Students will analyze and interpret the information needs of
individuals and communities in the context of demographic and ethical
factors.
3E.
Students will demonstrate appropriate techniques for identification,
selection, acquisition, retrieval, evaluation and synthesis of
information from a variety of information systems and services.
3F.
Students will demonstrate competency in multiple literacies, such as
information literacy, technological literacy, and visual literacy.
3G.
Students will possess basic competencies required for instructional
program development in information environments.
3H.
Students will be able to assess and respond to diverse user needs and
experiences.
3I.
Students will be able to apply professional standards for collections
and collection development, such as acquisition, selection, purchasing,
processing, storing, preservation and conservation, and de-selection.
4.
Administration and Management:
4A.
Students will understand and be able to participate in the strategic
planning process.
4B.
Students will be able to demonstrate the principles and guidelines of
effective human resources management.
4C.
Students will demonstrate principles and guidelines for assessment
and evaluation of information services.
4D.
Students will demonstrate methods of outreach for information
services, such as developing partnerships, collaborations, and networks.
4E.
Students will understand and be able to apply a variety of
information systems and technologies that facilitate the development,
management, use and dissemination of information and information
services.
4F.
Students will use information technologies consistent with
professional ethics and standards.
4G.
Students will understand basic management principles and practices,
including those affecting fiscal, facilities and operational functions.
5.
Professional Development and Leadership:
Students will demonstrate commitment to their own professional growth and the need to contribute to the future development of the field.
5A.
Students will understand and apply leadership principles.
5B.
Students will understand the fundamentals of quantitative and
qualitative research.
5C.
Students will assess the actual and potential value of research.
5D.
Students will demonstrate their understanding of the importance of
continuing professional development.
5E.
Students will put theory into practice working in a library or
information environment.
5F.
Students will acknowledge the contributions of Library and
Information Science studies to other fields of knowledge, as well as the
contributions of other fields of knowledge to Library and Information
Science studies.
5G.
Students will articulate the importance of research, teaching and
service for the advancement of the field of Library and Information
Science.
Respectfully submitted,
Dr. Bea Baaden, Chair
Outcomes Assessment Committee, Feb. 22, 2011
