SLM 505 - Information Services

Credits: 3
This course prepares candidates to provide high-quality P12 reference information services. Topics include assessment of services; selection and promotion of databases and websites; the inquiry process as a part of information literacy instruction; conducting reference interactions, serving special populations, ensuring ethical use of information; and providing 24/7 digital access. Candidates assess reference services, curate reference resources, create research guides and database instructions, and design a reference website.