ILS 522: Young Adult Services in the Public Library
Fall 2010
Professor Nancy Disbrow
Course Description:
Planning, implementation and evaluation of public library services for young adults with emphasis on program planning. Ages 13 through 18 is the target audience.
Course Objectives:
Sample of Class Assignments:
Young adult services workshop
Final Project
Course Description:
Planning, implementation and evaluation of public library services for young adults with emphasis on program planning. Ages 13 through 18 is the target audience.
Course Objectives:
- The student will develop a strategic plan for library service to young adults.
- The student will identify other information agencies in networking arrangements to expand access to information for young adults.
- The student will design ongoing public relations program directed toward young adults, staff, other agencies serving young adults, and the community at large.
- The student will develop physical facilities which contribute to the achievement of young adult program goals.
- The student will provide a variety of information services (e.g., career information, homework help, web sites) to meet the diverse needs of young adults.
- The student will utilize a variety of techniques (e.g., book talking, discussion groups) to encourage use of materials.
- The student will instruct young adults in the basic information gathering and research skills. These should include the skills necessary to use and evaluate electronic information sources, and to insure current and future information literacy.
- The student will encourage young adults in the use of all types of materials for their personal growth and enjoyment.
- The student will identify current trends and emerging technologies, issues, and research in librarianship, adolescent development, education, and allied fields.
- The student will identify professional organizations to strengthen skills, interact with fellow professionals, and contribute to the profession.
Sample of Class Assignments:
Young adult services workshop
Final Project