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Archived Curricula Guide 2008–2010
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INFOA43 Cultural-Sociological Perspective on the Library Institution (Set Book Exam) 4 ECTS
Organised by
Information Studies
Person in charge
lecture (knowledge organization and knowledge management)

General description

An optional course included in intermediate studies

Learning outcomes

Gives an understanding of libraries as a part of society.

Contents

The historical background of the library institution, the societal and cultural role of libraries as the provider of material for use.

Modes of study

Written examination on set books

Evaluation

Numeric 1-5.

Study materials

Talja and Black & Muddiman or Snape (a total of two books). In addition, topical articles from a reading list.

  1. Talja, Music, culture, and the library. Scarecrow Press 2001
  2. Black & Muddiman, Understanding community librarianship. Averbury 1977S OR Snape, Leisure and the rise of the public library. Library Association Publishing 1995.
  3. Articles from the reading list (available from the teacher)

Belongs to following study modules

Department of Information Studies and Interactive Media
Information Resources in Society (Information Studies)
2008–2009
Teaching
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Department of Information Studies and Interactive Media