LIBR - Libraries (LIBR)
Approaches to critically evaluating information in the news media. Topics include misinformation, disinformation, conspiracy theories, and how false information spreads.
Broad-based approach to developing information-seeking strategies and skills for academic and work-related research. Emphasis on process of research, effective search strategies, critical evaluation of sources, ethical use of information, emerging technologies and applications and their use in research.
Analysis of a particular topic relating to library and information science, such as copyright and archival practices. May be repeated for credit if the topic changes.
Supervised professional experience within the library. For three credit hours, a minimum of 135 hours of supervised work, periodic class meetings and consultation with the instructor are required. This internship is open to all majors but must be approved by advisor to ensure course credit.