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Use Of Library

This course introduces students to the effective use of library resources and research techniques. It covers various types of libraries, their services, and the organization of library materials. Students will learn about information sources, literature review, databases, and open educational resources. The course also emphasizes good reading habits, study skills, copyright laws, plagiarism, and referencing styles to enhance academic writing and research.

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32h

Study Time

13

Weeks

2h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

LibraryResearchInformationPlagiarismReferencing

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Beginner Level

Perfect for newcomers to the field

35%

beginner

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Types of Libraries

2

Library Services

3

Information Sources

4

Literature Review

5

Library Catalogues

6

Classification Schemes

7

Digital Libraries

8

Study Skills

9

Copyright Laws

10

Plagiarism

11

Referencing Styles

Total Topics11 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (5 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Computer-Based Tests

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Discussion Forums

Team-based learning and peer interaction

Group Work

Portfolio Presentation

Extended work showcasing practical application of skills

Practical Work

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Researcher

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Librarian

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Information Manager

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Archivist

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Academic Writer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationResearchInformation ManagementPublishingAcademic Institutions

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Types of Library and Services

1h

Unit 1: Types of Libraries

1 study hours

•Define the concept of a library and its origin.
•Classify libraries by their characteristics and functions.
•Identify different types of libraries: Academic, Research/Special, School, Public, and National libraries.

Week

2

Module 1: Types of Library and Services

1h

Unit 2: Library Services

1 study hours

•Distinguish the types of library services.
•Choose a library based on the services offered.
•Explore general library services: Reference, Current Awareness, Inter-Library Loan, Lending, Reservation, and User Education.

Week

3

Module 2: Research Techniques

1h

Unit 1: Information Sources

1 study hours

•Distinguish the types of sources of information provided by the library.
•Demonstrate skills in getting required information from primary, secondary, and tertiary sources.
•Understand the characteristics of each information source.

Week

4

Module 2: Research Techniques

1h

Unit 2: Literature Review

1 study hours

•Review literature on a research topic within a limited time.
•Identify relevant literature sources.
•Analyze and synthesize information from various sources to write a comprehensive literature review.

Week

5

Module 2: Research Techniques

1h

Unit 3: Databases Contents

1 study hours

•Identify databases in various subject fields.
•Explain why a particular database may be suitable for a specific researcher.
•Explore databases such as Academic Search Premier, JSTOR, LexisNexis Academic, PubMed/Medline, ScienceDirect, Scopus, SAGE, AGORA, EBSCO, ERIC, and HINARI.

Week

6

Module 2: Research Techniques

1h

Unit 4: Open Educational Resources

1 study hours

•Identify free educational resources in various disciplines.
•Distinguish between subject-specific and institutional repositories.
•Identify open access sources in STEM, Social Sciences, and Humanities.
•Review literature using OERs.

Week

7

Module 3: Organization of Library Materials

1h

Unit 1: Library Catalogues

1 study hours

•Identify different access points in a library catalogue.
•Distinguish between book, card, and online catalogues.
•Locate a book on the library shelf using the library catalogue.
•Understand the concept of a library catalogue.

Week

8

Module 3: Organization of Library Materials

1h

Unit 2: Classification Schemes

1 study hours

•Source for information using different library classification schemes.
•Understand the importance of library classification.
•Explore different classification schemes: Library of Congress, Dewey Decimal, Universal Decimal, Bliss, Colon, and Moys.

Week

9

Module 4: ICT Use in the Library

1h

Unit 1: Digital Libraries

1 study hours

•Search for information using digital libraries.
•Understand the advantages and challenges of digital libraries.
•Compare digital libraries with traditional library systems.

Week

10

Module 4: ICT Use in the Library

1h

Unit 2: Computer Based Literature Search

1 study hours

•Identify the basic steps in constructing a search strategy.
•Construct a search strategy for a topic of your choice.
•Learn how to use the internet for computer-based literature search.

Week

11

Module 5: Good Reading Habit/Study Skills

2h

Unit 1: Basic Study Techniques/Methods

1 study hours

•Identify steps to take to develop good study skills.
•Explain the SQ3R reading method.
•Demonstrate good studying and reading habits to achieve academic excellence.

Unit 2: Developing Good Reading Habit

1 study hours

•Identify the steps to improve your reading skills.
•Read using the reading skill guide in achieving a desirable academic excellence.

Week

12

Module 6: Copyright; Plagiarism and Referencing

2h

Unit 3: Handling Examinations

1 study hours

•Identify the steps to take when preparing for an examination.
•Demonstrate skills in handling examinations.
•Learn effective strategies for exam preparation and time management.

Unit 1: Copyright Laws

1 study hours

•Explain the concept of copyright law and its purpose.
•Explain the concept of "fair use".
•Apply copyright law in writing academic papers.

Week

13

Module 6: Copyright; Plagiarism and Referencing

2h

Unit 2: Plagiarism and Its Implications

1 study hours

•Explain the concept of infringement and plagiarism.
•Demonstrate skills in applying copyright and plagiarism laws in writing academic papers.
•Understand the similarities and differences between copyright and plagiarism.

Unit 3: Harvard In-Text Citing and Referencing

1 study hours

•Demonstrate skills of using Harvard referencing style for books, journal articles, conference proceedings, dissertations, DVD, video, film, government publications, interviews, and in-text citations.
•Apply Harvard referencing in academic writing.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a study schedule and stick to it, allocating specific times for each module.

2

Review all unit summaries and key concepts, focusing on areas of weakness.

3

Practice with past exam papers to familiarize yourself with the question formats and time constraints.

4

Develop concept maps linking related topics across different modules, such as linking information sources (Module 2) to referencing styles (Module 6).

5

Prioritize understanding the practical applications of library resources and research techniques, not just memorizing definitions.

6

Form study groups to discuss challenging concepts and quiz each other on key topics.

7

Pay close attention to the examples provided for referencing styles (Units 3 & 4 in Module 6) and practice creating citations for different types of sources.

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