LIS404

Web Technologies

Education
400 level
2 credit units
124 pages
13 units

This course introduces students to web technologies and their applications in library and information science. It covers the definition, concept, and scope of web technologies, emerging web technologies in LIS, open source software (OSS), social media, wikis, blogs, social networking, and social bookmarking. The course also addresses issues and challenges related to evolving technologies, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of web technologies in the context of library services.

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About this course

Difficulty: Intermediate
Study hours: 156 hours
Maths: None
Content: Theoretical, practical, case study
Practical work: Yes

Before you start

Basic computer literacy
Introduction to Library and Information Science

How it is assessed

Assignments
Tutor marked assessments
Computer based tests
Final examination

What you'll read

The real module and unit structure of LIS404, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.

Module 1 · CONCEPT AND SCOPE OF WEB TECHNOLOGIES

Module 2 · EVOLUTION AND DEVELOPMENT OF WEB TECHNOLOGIES

Module 3 · OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE

Module 4 · SOCIAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGIES IN LIBRARIES

Module 5 · ISSUES AND CHALLENGES OF SOCIAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGIES IN LIBRARIES

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LIS404 · UNIT 1: DEFINITION OF CONCEPTS, IMPORTANCE, AND CHARACTERISTICS OF WEB TECHNOLOGIES

This unit will introduce you to various web technology terminology and ideas. This will give you a better grasp of what they are. You'll also learn about the characteristics of Web technologies, their importance, and the advantages they provide to libraries and information centres.

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What you should be able to do

Define web technologies and their scope in library and information science.
Describe open source software and its applications in libraries.
Identify and explain social media technologies used in libraries.
Discuss the issues and challenges related to evolving technologies in libraries.
Compare and contrast different generations of web technologies (Web 1.0, 2.0, 3.0).
Evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of web-based library services.

What it prepares you for

Careers

Web Librarian
Digital Archivist
Information Architect
Social Media Manager
Library Systems Administrator

Where it is applied

Academic Libraries
Public Libraries
Special Libraries
Government Libraries
Corporate Information Centers

Tools

HTML
CSS
JavaScript
PHP
MySQL
Social Media Platforms
Open Source Library Software

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

Module 3: Open Source Software
Unit 1: The Concept and Types of Open Source Software
Understanding the nuances of different open source licenses and their implications for library software development and usage requires careful analysis and legal awareness.
Module 5: Issues and Challenges of Social Media Technologies in Libraries
Unit 3: Challenges of Social Media in Libraries
Balancing the benefits of social media engagement with privacy concerns and the need to protect user data requires careful consideration and implementation of security measures.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 62 hours in total. Yours will differ.

Week 1Module 1: Concept and Scope of Web technologies
- Unit 1: Definition of Concepts, Categories, and Characteristics of Web Technologies · 3 hours
  Define web technologies, categories, and characteristics.. Understand the benefits of web technologies to libraries and information centers.. Review examples of web technologies in use..
- Unit 2: Types, application/relevance, and challenges of the application of Web Technologies in Libraries and Information centres · 3 hours
  Identify types of web technologies used in libraries.. Describe the relevance and application of web technologies.. Examine the challenges associated with web technology application..
Week 2Module 2: Evolution and Development of Web Technologies
- Unit 1: Development of Web Technologies · 4 hours
  Trace the historical development of web technologies.. Identify key milestones and figures in web technology evolution.. Analyze the impact of web technologies on information access..
Week 3Module 2: Evolution and Development of Web Technologies
- Unit 2: Web 1.0, Web 2.0, and Web 3.0 and Libraries · 4 hours
  Compare and contrast Web 1.0, Web 2.0, and Web 3.0.. Examine the characteristics and limitations of each web generation.. Analyze the impact of each web generation on library services..
Week 4Module 2: Evolution and Development of Web Technologies
- Unit 3: Web-based Library Services · 4 hours
  Explore various web-based library services.. Discuss the rationale behind offering web-based services.. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of web-based services..
Week 5Module 3: Open Source Software
- Unit 1: The Concept and Types of Open Source Software · 4 hours
  Define open source software and its key concepts.. Understand the benefits of open source software in libraries.. Explore the characteristics and types of library open source software..
Week 6Module 4: Social Media Technologies in Libraries
- Unit 2: Different Initiatives on Open Source Software in Libraries · 4 hours
  Examine different initiatives on open source software in libraries.. Discuss the Budapest Open Access Initiative.. Analyze the challenges of library open source software..
- Unit 1: Definition and Concept of Social Media · 4 hours
  Define social media and its key concepts.. Understand the functions of social media in libraries.. Trace the history of social media and its spread to libraries..
Week 7Module 4: Social Media Technologies in Libraries
- Unit 2: Types and Categories of Social Media Used in Libraries · 4 hours
  Identify types and categories of social media used in libraries.. Classify social media based on their characteristics.. Explore the use of social media for library promotion..
Week 8Module 4: Social Media Technologies in Libraries
- Unit 3: Social Media Characteristics · 4 hours
  Discuss the characteristics of social media used in libraries.. Understand the guidelines for using social media effectively.. Analyze the impact of social media on library services..
Week 9Module 5: Issues and Challenges of Social Media Technologies in Libraries
- Unit 1: Social Media and Libraries · 4 hours
  Examine the relationship between social media and libraries.. Understand the reasons for libraries' engagement with social media.. Explore the benefits of social media in libraries..
Week 10Module 5: Issues and Challenges of Social Media Technologies in Libraries
- Unit 2: Benefits of Social Media in Libraries · 4 hours
  Identify the benefits of social media in libraries.. Understand how social media enhances library services.. Explore the use of social media for community engagement..
Week 11Module 5: Issues and Challenges of Social Media Technologies in Libraries
- Unit 3: Challenges of Social Media in Libraries · 4 hours
  Identify the challenges of social media use in libraries.. Understand the reasons for libraries' engagement with social media.. Explore the way forward towards eradicating the challenges of social media in libraries..
Week 12Final Revision
- Final Revision · 6 hours
  Review all modules and units.. Focus on key concepts and definitions.. Prepare for assignments and assessments..
Week 13Final Revision
- Final Revision · 6 hours
  Complete assignments and TMAs.. Practice with sample exam questions.. Consolidate understanding of course materials..

Preparing for the exam

What to do

Create a study schedule allocating specific time slots for each module and unit.
Focus on understanding the core concepts of web technologies, open source software, and social media.
Practice applying web technologies to solve library-related problems and scenarios.
Review the characteristics and differences between Web 1.0, Web 2.0, and Web 3.0.
Familiarize yourself with the benefits and challenges of using social media in libraries.
Study examples of successful social media campaigns in libraries and analyze their strategies.
Create flashcards for key terms and definitions to aid memorization.
Participate in online discussion forums to clarify doubts and exchange ideas with peers.
Review all assignments and tutor-marked assessments to identify areas for improvement.
Practice answering past exam questions to get familiar with the exam format and time constraints.

Questions students ask about this course

What is LIS404 about?

How many units does LIS404 have?

LIS404, Web Technologies, has 13 units across 5 modules, over 124 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is LIS404?

LIS404 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Education.

Is LIS404 hard?

LIS404 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical and case study work, and it has a practical component.

How long does LIS404 take to study?

About 156 hours of study, spread across its 13 units.

How is LIS404 assessed?

LIS404 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments, computer based tests and final examination.

What do I need before starting LIS404?

Basic computer literacy Introduction to Library and Information Science

What can I do with LIS404?

Web Librarian, Digital Archivist, Information Architect, Social Media Manager and Library Systems Administrator.