Graduate Catalog Course Description
Information resources, methods, needs and services in the
humanities. Comparative study of
individual fields. Communication patterns and bibliographic organization. Role of
professional organizations and government. Representative problems and practice.
Course Objectives
- To introduce a specific set of disciplines which we call the
Humanities.
- To guide the student through the process of how to learn about the
literature of the Humanities.
- To introduce the types of information services provided to a
variety of clients in the Humanities.
- To introduce major information resources in the Humanities
including new technology.
- To develop the ability to evaluate and use information resources
in the Humanities.
Course Textbook
Blazek, Ron and Elizabeth Aversa. The Humanities: A Selective
Guide to Information Sources, 4th ed. Englewood, CO: Libraries Unlimited, 1994.
Course Requirements and Grading
System
| Readings |
15 |
| Exercises |
20 |
| Final Exam |
25 |
| Project |
30 |
| Class Participation |
10 |
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100% |
General Information
The course will be a combination of lectures, guest speakers,
field trips, student reports, discussions, and lab sessions.
Office hours:
To be announced.
Phone numbers:
Voice: (940) 565-3562 (Denton)
FAX: (940) 565-3101 (Denton)
Internet:
Ana@lis.admin.unt.edu
ADA Information:
Any student with a disability that will require accommodation
under the terms of federal regulations must present a written accommodation request to the
instructor on or before the first day of class. Copies of the School's ADA Compliance
Policy is available through the School Office. It is also recommended that the student
register with the Office of Disability Accommodation of the University of North Texas.
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