Introduction to Library and Information Science

Name: Introduction to Library and Information Science
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This free online course explains how to use library science to organise and manage information resources effectively.

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In this free course, you will learn how to:

Define the concept of organising and its role in providing shape and structure to an organisation
Identify and describe the key characteristics of an organisation
Discuss professional ethics and its significance in maintaining high ethical standards in a profession
Identify the key objectives and advantages of library networking
Explain neoliberalism and its emphasis on individual freedom through property rights and free markets
Recognise how local governments manage wages and benefits for library personnel based on the budget
Outline key characteristics that effective library legislation should possess
Summarise the objectives of a virtual library
Distinguish between the terms ‘occupation’ and ‘profession’
Outline the constitutional duty of the government to ensure accountability and effectiveness of public agencies

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