Publishing & Book Trade
- Education
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 108 pages
- 10 units
This course provides an overview of publishing and book trade, focusing on the Nigerian context. It explores paper making, editing, quality control, and legal aspects such as copyright and intellectual property. Students will learn about piracy, plagiarism, and the role of ICT in modern publishing. The course aims to equip students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills for careers in publishing and book trade, fostering entrepreneurship and self-reliance.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 169 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of LIS413, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
LIS413 · UNIT 2: PAPER AND PAPER MAKING
It is pertinent to state that the indigenization policy of the Federal government has forced these foreign publishers to sell out more and more shares to the Nigerian public than ever before.
What you should be able to do
- Define publishing and book trade concepts.
- Identify different types of publishers and their roles.
- Understand the legal and ethical issues in publishing.
- Apply ICT tools in publishing and book trade.
- Analyze the challenges facing the Nigerian publishing industry.
What it prepares you for
- Editor
- Publisher
- Copyright Lawyer
- Book Seller
- Publishing Consultant
- Book Publishing
- Newspaper Publishing
- Academic Publishing
- Online Publishing
- Legal Services
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Piracy and Plagiarism
Unit 1: Concept, Forms, Factors Responsible for Piracy in Nigeria
Understanding the nuances of copyright infringement and the various factors contributing to piracy in Nigeria requires careful analysis.
- Module 4: Intellectual Property, Copyright and Patent
Unit 2: Copyright Concept, History, Nature and Challenges
Grasping the legal framework and international conventions related to intellectual property rights demands meticulous study.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Overview of Publishing and Book Trade in Nigeria
Unit 1: Overview of Publishing and Book Trade in Nigeria · 2 hours
Define publishing and book trade.. Identify types of publishers.. Discuss the history of publishing in Nigeria..
- Week 2Module 1: Overview of Publishing and Book Trade in Nigeria
Unit 2: Paper and Paper Making · 2 hours
Enumerate varieties of paper.. Discuss the sources of paper.. Describe the process of making paper..
- Week 3Module 1: Overview of Publishing and Book Trade in Nigeria
Unit 3: Nature and Scope of Publishing and Book Trade · 2 hours
Outline the essential elements in publishing a book.. State various classifications of book publishers.. Describe the procedure involved in publishing..
- Week 4Module 2: Editing, Quality Control and Ownership/Authors Right
Unit 1: Editing, Quality Control and their Significance · 2 hours
Define editing, editor, and quality control.. Explain the editing process.. Identify the discrepancies in the editing process.. Discuss the general duties of editors..
- Week 5Module 2: Editing, Quality Control and Ownership/Authors Right
Unit 2: Ownership and Author's Right · 2 hours
Define the concepts of copyright, right, author and ownership.. Mention the types of ownership.. Identify the limitations to ownership.. Discuss author's right..
- Week 6Module 3: Piracy and Plagiarism
Unit 1: Concept, Forms, Factors Responsible for Piracy in Nigeria · 2 hours
Define piracy.. Identify the factors responsible for piracy in Nigeria.. Explain different forms in which piracy is exhibited in Nigeria..
- Week 7Module 3: Piracy and Plagiarism
Unit 2: Concept, Cases, Consequences of Plagiarism · 2 hours
Define plagiarism.. State the cases of plagiarism.. Explain the consequences of plagiarism.. Suggest how to prevent plagiarism..
- Week 8Module 4: Intellectual Property, Copyright and Patent
Unit 1: Nature and Definitions of Intellectual Property · 2 hours
Define intellectual property.. Discuss the nature of intellectual property.. Explain the nature of rights of an intellectual property owner..
- Week 9Module 4: Intellectual Property, Copyright and Patent
Unit 2: Copyright Concept, History, Nature and Challenges · 2 hours
Define copyright.. Narrate the history or evolution of copyright.. Explain the nature of copyright..
- Week 10Module 5: ICT and Legal Implication of Book Trade
Unit 1: Various Models of e-publishing, Benefits and Challenges of e-publishing · 2 hours
Discuss the involvement of ICT in publishing.. Explain the various models of e-publishing.. Discuss the challenges of e-publishing..
- Week 11Module 5: ICT and Legal Implication of Book Trade
Unit 2: Legal Implication of Selling Document · 2 hours
Explain intellectual property rights and copyright.. Define contract law.. Describe defamation, libel.. Explain law and the internet..
- Week 12Module 1: Overview of Publishing and Book Trade in Nigeria
Unit 1: Review of Modules 1-3 · 3 hours
Review key concepts from Modules 1-3.. Work on assignments and TMAs.. Prepare for upcoming assessments..
- Week 13Module 4: Intellectual Property, Copyright and Patent
Unit 1: Review of Modules 4-5 · 3 hours
Review key concepts from Modules 4-5.. Complete any outstanding assignments.. Final preparation for examinations..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key definitions and concepts.
- Practice applying copyright law to hypothetical scenarios involving piracy and plagiarism.
- Review the history of publishing in Nigeria and identify key milestones and challenges.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the different types of publishing and their characteristics.
- Focus on the legal implications of publishing, including contract law, defamation, and intellectual property rights.
- Use concept mapping to link the different modules and units, highlighting the relationships between key concepts.
- Allocate specific study time for each unit based on its complexity and weight in the overall assessment.
Questions students ask about this course
What is LIS413 about?
This course provides an overview of publishing and book trade, focusing on the Nigerian context. It explores paper making, editing, quality control, and legal aspects such as copyright and intellectual property. Students will learn about piracy, plagiarism, and the role of ICT in modern publishing. The course aims to equip students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills for careers in publishing and book trade, fostering entrepreneurship and self-reliance.
How many units does LIS413 have?
LIS413, Publishing & Book Trade, has 10 units across 5 modules, over 108 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is LIS413?
LIS413 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Education.
Is LIS413 hard?
LIS413 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does LIS413 take to study?
About 169 hours of study, spread across its 10 units.
How is LIS413 assessed?
LIS413 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with LIS413?
Editor, Publisher, Copyright Lawyer, Book Seller and Publishing Consultant.