DATE Class topic / Assignments Class 1 – Introductions September Agenda: 2 Getting to know you Overview of the course, course expectations, assignments Special ethical considerations in this class Best practices for an effective field study experience The library and the new librarian To prepare for class, read (also available through Research Port) Martin, Jason (2012). Symbols, sagas, rites, and rituals. College & Research Libraries News, 73 (6), pp. 348-349. Oud, Joanne (2008). Adjusting to the Workplace: Transitions Faced by New Academic Librarians. College & Research Libraries, 69(3), pp. 252-266. 6 points September Blog 1 due: 12 First Reflections September Blog 2 due: 26 Theory into Practice How are you using knowledge and skills gained from your MLS coursework in your field study work? Relate an instance in which you applied such knowledge or skills to a task in your field study. Be specific about the knowledge or skill and how it is applied in your field study. If this is not the case, what courses / subjects you might have studied for better preparation. Write two to three paragraphs for this blog. 8 points Comment on your classmates' postings from September 26 to 30. 4 points September Class 2 – Analyzing the Organization 30 Agenda What’s happening in your field study—3 minute update Organizational culture – what have you learned about the work environment in your first month that you wish you had known before you began? Follow the money – funding streams and expenses in information institutions To prepare for class, look at the following – especially the sections on new librarians:
DATE Class topic / Assignments September 2 Class 1 – Introductions Agenda: Getting to know you Overview of the course, course expectations, assignments Special ethical considerations in this class Best practices for an effective field study experience The library and the new librarian To prepare for class, read (also available through Research Port) Martin, Jason (2012). Symbols, sagas, rites, and rituals. College & Research Libraries News, 73 (6), pp. 348-349. Oud, Joanne (2008). Adjusting to the Workplace: Transitions Faced by New Academic Librarians. College & Research Libraries, 69(3), pp. 252-266. 6 points September 12 Blog 1 due: First Reflections September 26 Blog 2 due: Theory into Practice How are you using knowledge and skills gained from your MLS coursework in your field study work? Relate an instance in which you applied such knowledge or skills to a task in your field study. Be specific about the knowledge or skill and how it is applied in your field study. If this is not the case, what courses / subjects you might have studied for better preparation. Write two to three paragraphs for this blog. 8 points Comment on your classmates' postings from September 26 to 30. 4 points September 30 Class 2 – Analyzing the Organization Agenda What’s happening in your field study—3 minute update Organizational culture – what have you learned about the work environment in your first month that you wish you had known before you began? Follow the money – funding streams and expenses in information institutions To prepare for class, look at the following – especially the sections on new librarians:
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