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Library and Information Science Curriculum: 1. Rationale

The document proposes a curriculum for a Library and Information Science (LIS) course at the senior secondary level. It aims to impart basic LIS skills and knowledge to help learners identify, locate, evaluate and use information efficiently. The curriculum is divided into core and optional modules, along with practical components. The four core modules would comprehensively cover different areas of LIS like libraries and their role in society, information sources, organizing information sources, and library services. Learners must complete all core modules. They can optionally choose between two modules on library management or information retrieval systems. Evaluation of learners would include a theory exam on the core content, a practical exam, and tutor-marked assignments. The

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Library and Information Science Curriculum: 1. Rationale

The document proposes a curriculum for a Library and Information Science (LIS) course at the senior secondary level. It aims to impart basic LIS skills and knowledge to help learners identify, locate, evaluate and use information efficiently. The curriculum is divided into core and optional modules, along with practical components. The four core modules would comprehensively cover different areas of LIS like libraries and their role in society, information sources, organizing information sources, and library services. Learners must complete all core modules. They can optionally choose between two modules on library management or information retrieval systems. Evaluation of learners would include a theory exam on the core content, a practical exam, and tutor-marked assignments. The

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LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE

CURRICULUM
1. Rationale:
We are living in the information society where information based occupations have been on the rise,
as information society demands work force that can use information technology as a tool to increase
productivity and creativity. This involves identifying reliable sources of information, accessing them,
selecting the requisite information, synthesizing and communicating it effectively. To search, locate
and use such information is only possible if one has the ability to use the available information
access tools. Library and Information Science(LIS) teaches an individual about the information
resources and their effective use. LIS teaching imparts necessary skills to an individual to be an
independent learner.
The National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2005, while stressing on the importance of libraries
states It is important that future planning treats the library as an essential component of the
school at all levels. Both teachers and children need to be motivated and trained to use the
library as a resource for learning, pleasure, and concentration . Keeping in view the above, it
is the right time that we introduce LIS as a course at senior secondary level which will fulfill the
long felt need of developing skills in learners to identify, locate, evaluate and use needed information
efficiently.
The course will impart some of the basics of LIS to those who are aspiring to pursue higher studies
in Library and Information science.

2. Objectives:
Basic objectives of this course are to: provide basic training on information storage, searching and retrieval system;
develop information related skills in the learners which will help them in further education;
and
inculcate interest in the learners in the LIS which may help them to opt the subject as a career.
To achieve the above basic objectives, the course in LIS will have the following training objectives:
to introduce the learners concept of LIS;
to create awareness among the learners about various information sources and their use;
to familiarize the learners with the organization of information sources;
to develop necessary skills among learners for utilizing the library and information services to
supplement studies and for solving day-to-day problems;
to enable the learners to identify characteristics of information;
to inculcate ethical use of information among the learners;
to familiarize the learners with various information communication technology (ICT) tools
and techniques in LIS; and
to enable the learner to become a life-long learner.
(i)

3. Course Structure:
The curriculum has been divided into three sections:
3.1. Core Modules
3.2. Optional Modules
3.3. Practical

3.1 Core Modules:


The Core Module comprises four modules that will impart comprehensive knowledge on different
areas of Library and Information Science. It is compulsory for the learners to study all four Core
Modules.
Module 1. Library, Information and Society
Module 2. Information Sources
Module 3. Organization of Information Sources
Module 4. Library and Information Services

3.2 Optional Modules:


The second part which comprises two modules:
Module 5(A). Management of Libraries
Module 5(B). Information Retrieval Systems
The learner has a choice to study either of the two optional modules. These modules are of immediate
utility to learners and may guide them towards potential areas of employment.

4. Course Description: Core Modules


4.1: Library, Information and Society
Approach: This module covers various types of libraries and information centres. It provides a
birds eye view of how these libraries are playing active role in acquiring, organizing and disseminating
information to the user community for study, research and development, recreation and cultural
development.
Objectives: The objective of this module is to make the learner understand the concept, types and
functions of library and information centres and their role in the society.
This module has been further segmented as:
Unit-1:

Library and Information Centres: Concepts and Role in Society.

Unit-2:

Types of Libraries and Information Centres: Public, Academic, Special and National.

Unit-3:

Modern Library: Automated, Digital, and Virtual.

Unit-4:

Five Laws of Library Science


(ii)

4.2: Information Sources


Approach: Libraries form vital part of worlds system of education. Through books, films, a/v
media, etc., libraries make available the knowledge that has been accumulated through ages. People
from all walks of life use library resources for their work.
Objectives: To introduce the learners to different types and forms of information sources available
in the library and their use.
This module has been further segmented as:
Unit-1:

Overview of Information Sources

Unit-2:

Types of Information Sources

Unit-3:

Reference Sources

Unit-4:

E-Resources.

4.3: Organization of Information Sources


Approach: This module introduces the basics of preparation and organization of library material
for use.
Objectives: to familiarize the learners with the methods and procedures of organizing and maintaining
the library material for use.
This module has been further segmented as:
Unit-1:

Organization of Library Material: Concept, Need and Purpose.

Unit-2:

Processing of Library Material: Classification and Cataloguing.

Unit-3:

Arrangement and Maintenance of Library Material.

4.4: Library and Information Services


Approach: Modern library is considered as a service institution. It not only acquires, organizes,
stores and disseminates information but, also actively promotes its use.
Objectives: To introduce the learner to the various types of library services.
This module has been further segmented as:
Unit-1:

Library and Information Services for the Users

Unit-2:

Traditional Library Services: Responsive and Anticipatory

Unit-3:

Modern Library Services

5. Course Description: Optional Modules


5(A): Management of Libraries
Approach: This module aims at imparting knowledge in library administration and management
(iii)

activities. It covers policies and procedures related to acquiring library material, library staff and
promotion of library use.
Objectives: to familiarize the learner with routine operations of managing the library and information
centres.
This module has been further segmented as:
Unit-1:

Library System and Management

Unit-2:

Library Staff

Unit-3:

Library Users

Unit-4:

Librarianship as a Career

5(B): Information Retrieval Systems


Approach: This module aims to create knowledge and required skills in the learner for searching
information in print as well as digital media scattered all over the world.
Objectives: To impart skills for accessing, searching and retrieving information from various print
and non print sources.
This module has been further segmented as:
Unit-1:

Information Retrieval System: Concept and Scope

Unit-2:

Information Retrieval Tools: Catalogue, Index, Subject Heading Lists

Unit-3:

Search Techniques: Basic and Advanced

Unit-4:

Web Based Search

6. Distribution of Marks
6.1 Core Modules
Name of the Module

Name of the Unit

Study hrs

Marks Allotted

Module 1. Library, Information and Society

36

12

Module 2. Information Sources

48

14

Module 3. Organization of Information Sources

36

12

Module 4. Library and Information Services

36

12

6.2. Optional Modules


Name of the Module

Name of the Unit

Study hrs

Marks Allotted

Module 5(A). Management of Libraries

36

10

Module 5(B). Information Retrieval Systems

36

10

(iv)

6.3 Practical
Name of the Module

Name of the Unit

Study hrs

Marks Allotted

48

20

All Practical works

6.4 Tutor Marked Assignment(TMA)

20

7. Evaluation Scheme
7.1 Pattern of Examination
Examination

Paper

Marks

Duration

(a) Theory

60

3 hrs

(b) Practical

20

3 hrs

(c) TMA

20

7.2 Practical Evaluation


Two activities for Core Modules

8 Marks

One activity for Optional Module

4 Marks

Activity File

4 Marks

Viva-Voce

4 Marks

(v)

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