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Textbooks and Readings | Course Requirements
Students are required to use a password access code which I will provide via MYSJSU Messaging system. Students must then self-enroll for this course via Blackboard before the first day of class, Wednesday, August 24, 2005.
This course will be taught online with one mandatory onsite class on Wednesday, September 14, 2005 from 9am - 6:00pm. Location:
- Scripps Ranch Branch Library, 10301 Scripps Lake Drive, San Diego, CA 92131-1026. Phone: (858) 538-8158
Course Description
Theory and practice for the management of library and information centers are presented and discussed. Emphasis is placed on examining the distinguishing characteristics, cultures, information seeking behaviors, and relationships in information organizations.
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to:
- introduce students to basic management principles, concepts, and theories;
- introduce students to management literature in library and information science, business, and related fields;
- acquaint students with the roles and functions of managers (planning, organizing, staffing, directing, reporting, budgeting, and evaluating) while dealing with changing internal and external factors ;
- provide students with knowledge of the creative activities of managers and the central roles they play in promoting group activities, collaboration, communication, and innovation in an organizational context;
- provide students with an opportunity to develop skills in analytical thinking and strategic planning;
- provide students an opportunity to research issues and practical situations related to managing information staffs, services, and resources in a diverse society.
This course emphasizes the following SLIS objectives:
- Acquiring knowledge of the principles and practices of management as specifically applied to information environments.
- Learning to evaluate and utilize relevant research studies from a variety of disciplines.
SLIS objectives are found at http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/slis/mission.htm
Required Texts
Evans, G. E., Layzell Ward, P., & Rugaas, B. (2000). Management Basics for Information Professionals. New York: Neal-Schuman. This book should be available in CSU Fullerton’s bookstore or may be purchased online at www.neal-schuman.com
Also required: American Psychological Association (APA, 2001) Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (5th ed.), Washington, DC. Points will be deducted for APA errors in this course. APA is SLIS’ required style of writing. APA must be used for the SLIS Culminating Experience requirement.
Required Readings
Required readings will be assigned each week. Students will need to retrieve most of these articles by using SJSU’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library.
Complete the New Student Technology Course
This is a mandatory short, self-paced online course on Blackboard that must be completed by all new SLIS students before orientation. The access code for this course will be sent to new students via MySJSU by June 27. If you have questions about this course, e-mail Debbie Faires or Dale David.
For more information, see http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/slis/blackboardintro.htm
All students will
- have the minimal home computing environment as described at http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/ecommunication/homecomputing.htm
- use Blackboard and refer to Tutorials at http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/blackboard/
- submit assignments via Blackboard’s Assignment Manager
- participate in virtual collaboration Blackboard sessions (Java Plug-in is required)
- use an up-to-date virus protection program to scan all assignments before submitting them electronically
- during the entire course, actively participate in Blackboard discussions; contribute relevant comments; share useful resources
- attend and participate in one class session at Scripps Ranch Branch Library on Wednesday, September 14 from 9:00am – 6:00pm
- read the weekly required readings and assigned chapters in the textbook
- cite from the textbook, at least three required readings, and additional related sources in every assignment (except Introduction assignment)
- provide a title page, abstract, conclusion, citations and references for each research assignment using the American Psychological Association’s (2001) Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (5th ed.), Washington, DC. See http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/resources/apa.htm
- use headings in research papers to help organize thoughts and also transition the reader
Course Format
This course will be taught online with one mandatory onsite class on Wednesday, September 14, 2005 from 9am - 6:00pm. Location:
- Scripps Ranch Branch Library, 10301 Scripps Lake Drive, San Diego, CA 92131-1026. Phone: (858) 538-8158
Assignments
The following is a general list of assignments. See the Course Outline each week and Assignments posted on Blackboard for specific details, including due dates. Click within each assignment to view these details and also the rubric that explains points for each assignment. Total assignments = 400 points.
Participation in the mandatory class at Scripps ranch Branch Library on September 14 and on Blackboard’s Discussion Boards is extremely important because your involvement will create a critical path in completing the assignments. Students are expected to contribute to discussions that are of interest and create new “threads” related to the course content. Be prepared to express your opinions, pose questions, compare and contrast ideas, share resources, and collaborate!
- Introduction
Introduce yourself to the class by posting your story on Blackboard’s Discussion Board. Read other students’ introductions and look for common interests. Post comments to your fellow students’ introductions. Learning each other’s interests and expertise will help when you form teams to collaborate on the group Case Study project. - Three analytical essays
Complete as per the assignment schedule:- Organizational Management Theory/Practice
- “Seamless Environments/Management Structures"
- Critique of a Case Study
- Case Study
Collaborative group project that focuses on a management problem based on a current library/information organizational issue. - Strategic Plan
In addition to stating your operating goals and objectives, develop a 3 year strategic plan utilizing the following elements: vision, mission, a needs assessment instrument, three strategic initiatives each with goals and objectives, etc. Address turbulent factors expected due to changes in the internal and external environments and how you will manage these changes.
Prepare in two parts:- Public version (a synopsis posted to the entire class) - 4 pages
- Background version (posted only to the instructor) - 15-20 pages
Assignment Requirements
Requirements for all assignments (except the Introduction):
- title page with:
- Running head (see APA)
- Name of the assignment(Creating your own title demonstrates originality.)
Your first and last name
Date
Information Organizations and Management
LIBR 204-11 – Fall 2005
School of Library and Information Science - San Jose State University
- after the title page, use the following “Header” on the top left-hand side of each page: LIBR 204-11_last name_ assignment name_Fall_2005
Example: LIBR 204-11_Moslow_ Analytical Essay 1_Fall 2005 - use this same “Header” for the file name when attaching the assignment in Blackboard’s Assignment Manager and also in the Subject line when you e-mail your instructor
- use of the APA Header to the left of the page number is optional in this course
- number pages in the upper right-hand corner (see APA)
- the number of pages of text required for each assignment does not include the title page, abstract, references, and appendixes (if/when used)
Grading Policy
Above standard work clearly displays one or more of the following criteria:
- Originality in the approach to the assignment
- Greater depth of analysis by comparing articles and/or viewpoints within the required course readings, textbook, and across the literature
- Critical evaluation of readings by comparing them to other authors and/or using additional sources
- Ability to retrieve and organize relevant information for yourself and while collaborating with others
- Create tools for lifelong learning and knowledge retrieval
Rubrics listing points and the expected content areas will accompany each assignment on Blackboard. The total number of points for this class is 400.
Errors in spelling, grammar and syntax will be subject to a grade penalty.
Note: All assignments must be submitted before 11:59 pm on the date due. Plan ahead because Blackboard could malfunction at any time. Blackboard also has a downtime in the early morning when upgrades are performed. Assignments submitted up to one week after the due date will be subject to a 10% grade penalty. Assignments more than a week late will not be accepted. Incompletes for this course can not be given because the instructor is an adjunct faculty member.
Plagiarism
Read SLIS’s policy about plagiarism as these regulations will be enforced:
- http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/de/problems/plagiarism.htm.
- SJSU’s Academic Integrity Policy at: http://www2.sjsu.edu/senate/S04-12.pdf
You are required to research other sources and to cite appropriately when using information from these sources. Assignments submitted must be your own work. Sources must be properly cited within the text of your assignment and under your References as per the American Psychological Association’s (2001) Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (5th ed.), Washington, DC.
Reasonable Accommodation of Disabilities
Students who need accommodation due to a disability must register with SJSU's Disability Resource Center (DRC) during the first three weeks of the semester. The Center will work with the students to determine the disability, document it, and determine the services and accommodations necessary for student success. Then, the DRC will contact the faculty member to determine the types of consideration necessary.
Students attending the Fullerton campus should first contact the Disability Resource Center in San José since they are SJSU students. The DRC will then direct the students to supporting resources on the Fullerton campus.
The DRC Web site: http://www.drc.sjsu.edu/