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LIS324Education2 Unitsintermediate

Specialized Information Systems & Services

This course explores the concept of information, systems, information systems, and specialized information systems. It examines the nature, types, and characteristics of specialized information systems, including their users and services. The course also covers digitalization in libraries, library automation, and networking, exposing students to important issues and themes for effective understanding and mastery of the subject matter.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Specialized Information SystemsLibrary AutomationDigital LibrariesInformation TechnologyNetworking

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

Specialized Information Systems

3

Library Automation

4

Digital Libraries

5

Networking

6

Digital Divide

7

ICT Applications

Total Topics7 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

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Librarian

Apply your skills in this growing field

Information Architect

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Data Curator

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Information Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Archivist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationGovernmentResearchCultural HeritageInformation Technology

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Concept of Specialized Information Systems and Services

3h

Unit 1: Definition of key terms, information, systems, services, information system and specialized information system

3 study hours
  • •Define information, systems, services, information systems, and specialized information systems.
  • •Identify attributes, types, and levels of information.
  • •Differentiate between objective, subjective, and inter-subjective viewpoints of information.
Week
2

Module 1: Concept of Specialized Information Systems and Services

3h

Unit 2: Components of Specialized Information Systems

3 study hours
  • •Identify components of specialized information systems: software, hardware, human resources, databases, and networks.
  • •Discuss the functions of each component.
  • •Explain the role of each component in data collection, processing, and distribution.
Week
3

Module 1: Concept of Specialized Information Systems and Services

3h

Unit 3: IT & Specialized Information System

3 study hours
  • •Explain the relationship between IT and specialized information systems.
  • •Identify the similarities and differences between information systems and information technology.
  • •Describe the role of IT in facilitating organizational activities and processes.
Week
4

Module 1: Concept of Specialized Information Systems and Services

3h

Unit 4: Specialized Information System Software And Hardware

3 study hours
  • •Explain the concepts of hardware and software.
  • •Enumerate classification of software.
  • •List the functions and types of operating system.
Week
5

Module 2: The Nature, Types and Characteristics of Specialized Information System

3h

Unit 1: Dimensions of specialized information system

3 study hours
  • •Identify the dimensions of specialized information systems.
  • •Differentiate the characteristics of the dimensions of specialized information systems.
  • •Describe the components of each dimension of specialized information systems.
Week
6

Module 2: The Nature, Types and Characteristics of Specialized Information System

3h

Unit 2: Types of specialized information systems

3 study hours
  • •Identify the different types of specialized information systems.
  • •Differentiate the roles of each specialized information systems.
  • •List the characteristics of each types of specialized information system.
  • •Explain the different distinction between manual information system and computer information system.
Week
7

Module 3: Users of Specialized Information System and Services

3h

Unit 1: Digital Divide

3 study hours
  • •Define the concept of digital divide.
  • •Discuss digital divide in the context of libraries in Nigeria.
  • •Explain why Nigerian Libraries must adapt to the use of specialized information system and services.
Week
8

Module 3: Users of Specialized Information System and Services

3h

Unit 2: Overcoming digital divide among user of specialized information systems

3 study hours
  • •Explain how to address the issues of divides among users of specialized information systems.
  • •Establish how policy making is a key factor to digital divide among users of specialized information systems.
Week
9

Module 3: Users of Specialized Information System and Services

3h

Unit 3: Different users of specialized information system and services

3 study hours
  • •Identify the different groups that use the specialized information system and services.
  • •Recognize the nature and pattern of service needed by each group of users.
  • •Understand what information system services preferred by each users group.
Week
10

Module 3: Users of Specialized Information System and Services

3h

Unit 4: The role of digital libraries in the management of specialized information system

3 study hours
  • •Identify the roles of librarians in managing specialized information systems.
  • •Explain the need for digital librarians in the management of digital information system.
  • •Describe the competencies/skills required by librarians in the management of digital information system.
Week
11

Module 4: Digitalization in Libraries

3h

Unit 1: Concept of Digital Libraries

3 study hours
  • •Define digital libraries.
  • •Differentiate digital libraries from conventional libraries.
  • •Identify the component characteristics of digital libraries.
  • •Identify the advantages of digital libraries.
Week
12

Module 4: Digitalization in Libraries

6h

Unit 2: Principles for Building a Digital Collection

3 study hours
  • •Examine and comprehend the guiding framework for developing a digital collection that is functional to the information needs of the users.

Unit 3: ICT Application in the Library

3 study hours
  • •Identify some ICT applications in the library.
  • •Explain its features and function in the library.
Week
13

Module 4: Digitalization in Libraries

6h

Unit 4: Impact of Specialized Information System on Library Services

3 study hours
  • •Identify and explain the impact of specialized information system on the library services.

Unit 5: Library Management Information System a form of Specialized Information System

3 study hours
  • •Adequately discuss the concepts library management system.
  • •Identify the features of library management and understand the needs of library information system.
  • •Examine the selection process of Library management information system.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Module 1 definitions to real-world library examples

2

Focus on differentiating specialized systems (Units 2-3) using comparison tables

3

Review digital divide case studies (Module 3) and propose solutions

4

Practice identifying appropriate ICT tools for library tasks (Module 4 Units 3-5)

5

Master library network concepts (Module 5) using diagrams and flowcharts

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