Description:
Introduction to the nature and use of federal, state, local, and international government information resources. Problems relating to the acquisition, bibliographic organization, and reference use of public documents. Major emphasis on information resources of U.S. federal government.
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Use a wide variety of reference tools issued by government and commercial publishers offering access to government information.
- Identify, evaluate, acquire and organize government documents.
- Identify professional media useful for current awareness of government information and development.
- Participate in the management of government information service: planning,marketing, evaluation, and ethical considerations.