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LIS311Education2 Unitsintermediate

Management of Digital/Virtual Libraries for Writing

This course provides an in-depth understanding of digital library management for writing and research. It explores the concept, types, and functions of digital libraries, differentiating them from similar terms. The course covers technical requirements, skills, tools, and management policies essential for accessing digital information. Students will learn about preserving rare materials in digital form and addressing the challenges in building and maintaining digital libraries.

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26h
Study Time
13
Weeks
2h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Digital LibrariesInformation ManagementDigital ResourcesVirtual LibrariesInformation Retrieval

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

Digital Library Concepts

2

Digital Library Types

3

Digital Library Functions

4

Digital Library Resources

5

Digital Library Management

6

Digital Library Challenges

Total Topics6 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 (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Digital Librarian

Apply your skills in this growing field

Information Architect

Apply your skills in this growing field

Data Curator

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Knowledge Manager

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Archivist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationResearchGovernmentCultural HeritageCorporate Libraries

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Definition of Concepts

2h

Unit 1: Definition of Concepts

2 study hours
  • •Define digital library concepts.
  • •Explore digital resources.
  • •Discuss building digital collections.
Week
2

Module 1: Definition of Concepts

2h

Unit 2: Types of Digital Libraries and Functions

2 study hours
  • •Discuss types of digital libraries.
  • •Identify functions of digital libraries.
  • •Explore digital services.
Week
3

Module 1: Definition of Concepts

2h

Unit 3: Components of digital libraries: hardware and software

2 study hours
  • •Identify computer hardware.
  • •Explore software requirements.
  • •Understand digital library components.
Week
4

Module 1: Definition of Concepts

2h

Unit 4: Advantages of Digital Libraries

2 study hours
  • •Identify benefits of digital libraries.
  • •Explore user advantages.
  • •Understand digital library's role.
Week
5

Module 2: Characteristics, Resources and Services of Digital Libraries

2h

Unit 1: Characteristics of digital library

2 study hours
  • •Explain characteristics of digital libraries.
  • •Understand digital information resources.
  • •Explore digital library services.
Week
6

Module 2: Characteristics, Resources and Services of Digital Libraries

2h

Unit 2: Digital library resources including multimedia applications

2 study hours
  • •Define digital library resources.
  • •Explore multimedia applications.
  • •Understand multimedia categories.
Week
7

Module 2: Characteristics, Resources and Services of Digital Libraries

2h

Unit 3: Digital Library Services

2 study hours
  • •Define digital library services.
  • •Explore web-based services.
  • •Understand OPAC and digital reference.
Week
8

Module 2: Characteristics, Resources and Services of Digital Libraries

2h

Unit 4: Characteristics of Digital Library users

2 study hours
  • •Explore characteristics of digital library users.
  • •Understand challenges faced by users.
  • •Identify user needs.
Week
9

Module 3: Skills for Digital Libraries

2h

Unit 1: Skills and competencies for managing Digital Libraries

2 study hours
  • •Define digital literacy, competence, and skills.
  • •Explore skills required by digital librarians.
  • •Understand competencies of digital librarians.
Week
10

Module 3: Skills for Digital Libraries

2h

Unit 2: Skills Requirements for Digital Library User

2 study hours
  • •Explore skills and competencies required by digital library users.
  • •Understand computer competence.
  • •Identify information literacy skills.
Week
11

Module 3: Skills for Digital Libraries

2h

Unit 3: Technical skills for developing digital libraries

2 study hours
  • •Explore technical skills needed in developing digital libraries.
  • •Understand digitization processes.
  • •Identify digital preservation and storage.
Week
12

Module 3: Skills for Digital Libraries

2h

Unit 4: Infrastructure for developing digital libraries

2 study hours
  • •Explore infrastructures in developing digital libraries.
  • •Understand tasks involved in developing digital libraries.
  • •Identify infrastructures for managing content.
Week
13

Modules 1-3

4h

Units 1-4: Review and Exam Preparation

4 study hours
  • •Review all course materials and assignments.
  • •Prepare for final examination.
  • •Complete any remaining tasks.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all module and unit learning outcomes to ensure comprehensive understanding.

2

Create concept maps linking key terms and concepts from different modules.

3

Practice applying digital library management principles to real-world scenarios.

4

Focus on understanding the differences between various digital library types and their functions.

5

Pay close attention to the legal and ethical considerations discussed in Module 4.

6

Review all TMAs and assignments, focusing on areas where you received lower scores.

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