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LIS105Education2 Unitsintermediate

Information Systems, Resources & Services

This course introduces the definition, concepts, and types of Information Systems, Sources, Resources and Services. It examines the relevance of information systems, resources and services in communication and information access, retrieval and transfer. The course covers digital information systems, resources and services, evaluation methods, ICT applications, user education, and factors affecting the development of information sources in Nigeria. It aims to equip students with knowledge for managing information effectively.

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40h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Information SystemsInformation ResourcesUser EducationICT ApplicationLibrary Services

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Information Systems

2

Digital Information Systems

3

Information Resources

4

Digital Information Services

5

Evaluation of Information Systems

6

ICT Application

7

User Education

8

Information Access and Utilization

Total Topics8 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 (4 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Computer-Based Tests

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Librarian

Apply your skills in this growing field

Information Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Information Architect

Apply your skills in this growing field

Knowledge Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Information Specialist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Academic LibrariesPublic LibrariesCorporate Information CentersGovernment ArchivesResearch Institutions

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Information Systems

3h

Unit 1: Concept of Information Systems

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Definition of Information Systems, components, advantages, and disadvantages.
  • •Review examples of information systems in libraries.
  • •Attempt Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to test understanding of key concepts.
Week
2

Module 1: Information Systems

3h

Unit 2: Types of Information Systems

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Types of Information Systems and their functions.
  • •Analyze the role of information systems in information resources, services, and retrieval.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to reinforce learning.
Week
3

Module 1: Information Systems

3h

Unit 3: Concept of Information Service and Sources

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Concept of Information Service and Sources.
  • •Identify various types/categories of information sources.
  • •Explain the nature and characteristics of information sources.
  • •Attempt Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to check comprehension.
Week
4

Module 2: Concept of Digital Information Systems, Resources and Services

3h

Unit 1: Digital Information Systems

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Digital Information Systems and devices.
  • •Understand the advantages and disadvantages of digital information systems.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to test knowledge.
Week
5

Module 2: Concept of Digital Information Systems, Resources and Services

3h

Unit 2: Digital Information Resources

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Digital Information Resources and examples.
  • •Explain the advantages and disadvantages of digital information resources.
  • •Attempt Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to reinforce learning.
Week
6

Module 2: Concept of Digital Information Systems, Resources and Services

3h

Unit 3: Digital Information Services

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Digital Information Services and types.
  • •Explain the advantages and disadvantages of digital information services.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to check comprehension.
Week
7

Module 3: Evaluation of Information Systems, Sources, Resources and Services

3h

Unit 1: Concept, Importance and Types of Evaluation

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Concept of Evaluation, Importance, and Types.
  • •Understand the importance of evaluation in library operations.
  • •Attempt Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to test knowledge.
Week
8

Module 3: Evaluation of Information Systems, Sources, Resources and Services

3h

Unit 2: Evaluation of Information Systems

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Evaluation of Information Systems.
  • •Discuss various types of evaluation used in evaluating information systems.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to reinforce learning.
Week
9

Module 3: Evaluation of Information Systems, Sources, Resources and Services

3h

Unit 3: Evaluation of Information Resources and Services

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Evaluation of Information Resources and Services.
  • •Explain the evaluation of information resources and services in libraries.
  • •Attempt Self-Assessment Exercise 1 to check comprehension.
Week
10

Module 4: ICT Application to Information Resources and Services Access and Management

3h

Unit 1: ICT Application to Information Resources

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: ICT Application to Information Resources.
  • •Outline the Benefits of Application of ICT to Information Resources.
  • •Discuss some of the challenges associated with the Application of ICT to Information Resources.
Week
11

Module 4: ICT Application to Information Resources and Services Access and Management

3h

Unit 2: ICT application to information services; access and management

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: ICT application to information services; access and management
  • •Explain the application of ICT in Information Management
  • •Outline some of the Challenges associated with Application of ICT in information services, access and management
Week
12

Module 5: User Education and Information Access, Storage and Utilization

3h

Unit 1: User Education

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: User Education, objectives, and planning procedures.
  • •Identify the groups involved in user education.
  • •Explain the various methods of imparting user education.
Week
13

Module 5: User Education and Information Access, Storage and Utilization

6h

Unit 2: Information Access, Storage and Utilization

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Information Access, Storage and Utilization.
  • •Understand the requirements for Online Search.
  • •Outline the methods of Information Access and Utilization.

Unit 3: Factors Affecting the Development of Information Sources, Resources, Services in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Factors Affecting the Development of Information Sources, Resources, Services in Nigeria
  • •Discuss factors affecting the development of information sources, resources, services in Nigeria

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Module 1-2 information systems concepts.

2

Practice evaluation techniques from Module 3 using library case studies.

3

Review ICT applications from Module 4, focusing on practical examples.

4

Memorize key definitions and objectives from Module 5 user education.

5

Solve past TMA questions to identify knowledge gaps and improve problem-solving skills.

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