Introduction to Library and Information Science

Overview

With so much information around us, it's easy to get overwhelmed. We need people who can make sense of it all and librarians have shown remarkable skill in this regard. Libraries are more than just collections of books: they are gateways to knowledge and information. Libraries curate and provide quality and trustworthy information to users. They also play a crucial role in education and research to empower individuals and communities. This course teaches you critical concepts in library and information science.

We start by introducing you to the core organisational system of library and information science. We then explain the crystal-clear distinction between ‘organisation’ and ‘organisational structure’. Ethical codes are essential in organisations to maintain high behavioural standards in terms of conduct and delivering top-notch services to clients. The course discusses the ethics and values of the librarian profession. We then outline library networking and explain how a library functions in terms of its infrastructure.

It takes money to run a library. Our next section examines library financing and budgeting and describes the role of auditing in assessing a library’s operation. Finally, we explore library legislation, digital libraries and virtual libraries. This library and information science course is designed in an easy-to-learn form and has no prerequisites. Are you passionate about the world of knowledge and information and its vital role in society? Sign up for this course to learn how to organise information and acquire a valuable new skill.