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INF106 Information Sources and Services (8)

Abstract

This subject introduces students to information work in libraries and to the underlying philosophy of reference service. It examines the major information sources and services used and developed by librarians to answer information requests. The concept of search strategies is introduced for both electronic and manual searching. The role and dynamics of reference interviews and their role in the larger reference process is studied. A variety of search strategies is examined and evaluated.

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Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Information Studies

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students who have completed INF406 or INF202
Incompatible subject(s)Related subject(s)
INF202 INF406 INF406 Double coded subject

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to evaluate a range of information resources for the purpose of meeting users' information needs;
- show that they understand and can conduct effective electronic and manual reference queries; and
- demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and role of the reference interview in meeting users' information needs.

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
- What is an information service? - The reference librarian's role - New dimensions of information work - The reference process: traditional and virtual environments - Reference interview techniques - Information literacy and user education - Standard sources of information used in reference work - Evaluating information and information tools - Searching for information

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.