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What is the primary focus of this unit?

  • To introduce the concept of libraries and their types (correct)
  • To discuss the role of libraries in modern society
  • To explore the history of libraries
  • To analyze the functions of librarians

What is the Latin word for 'book'?

  • Librairie
  • Liber (correct)
  • Codex
  • Bibliotheca

What is the outcome of understanding the concept of a library?

  • To appreciate the history of libraries
  • To classify libraries by their characteristics and functions (correct)
  • To distinguish between different types of libraries
  • To understand the role of librarians

What is the characteristic of an organized collection of resources?

<p>It is accessible to a defined community (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the French word for 'library'?

<p>Librairie (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of studying the types of libraries?

<p>To classify libraries by their characteristics and functions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of identifying sources of information in academic writing?

<p>To evaluate the credibility of the information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the intended learning outcomes in each study unit indicate?

<p>What you should be able to do at the completion of each study unit (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you access the links provided in the study unit if you are reading the text offline?

<p>Copy and paste the link address into a browser (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the conclusion in each study unit?

<p>To give you the theme of the knowledge you are taking away from the unit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to successfully complete this course?

<p>Read the study units, listen to the audios, do all assessments, and participate in discussion forums (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can you do with the texts, audios, and videos provided in the course?

<p>Download the audios and videos to view offline, and print or download the texts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of examining yourself with the ILOs at the end of every unit?

<p>To assess your understanding of the unit and identify areas for improvement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of watching the video and audio recorded summaries in each unit?

<p>They are directed to the salient part in each unit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the facilitator in the asynchronous facilitation?

<p>To present the theme for the week and direct forum discussions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the online real-time facilitation?

<p>To facilitate discussions and activities in real-time (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of working through all self-assessment exercises?

<p>To assess one's understanding of the course material (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mode of facilitation in the course?

<p>Both asynchronous and synchronous (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason that researchers may not need to buy books or subscribe to a database?

<p>The knowledge of how to access freely and openly available digitized materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary challenge faced by students undergoing research in most institutions?

<p>Lack of funding (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the materials offered freely and openly for educators, students, and self-learners to use and reuse for teaching, learning, and research?

<p>Digitized materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of open educational resources (OER)?

<p>To make educational resources more accessible and affordable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between open educational resources (OER) and research?

<p>OER can facilitate research by providing access to relevant resources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of open educational resources (OER) that distinguishes them from other educational resources?

<p>Their availability for free and open use (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a book index and a library catalogue?

<p>To provide access to the information in the book without having to read the whole book (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of access points in a library catalogue?

<p>To provide users with multiple ways to locate needed materials (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'main entry' of a document in a library catalogue?

<p>The primary access point of the document (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the oldest type of library catalogue?

<p>Book catalogue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having multiple access points in a library catalogue?

<p>To enable users to search for materials using different criteria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ideal situation for a library catalogue?

<p>To have three access points/catalogues/indexes for all materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Course Overview

  • The course provides an opportunity to learn anywhere in the world.
  • The course is guided by Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs).
  • Students should examine themselves at the end of each unit to ensure they have achieved the ILOs.
  • Students should work through each unit, make notes, and join online real-time facilitation sessions.
  • Video and audio recorded summaries are provided for each unit.
  • Self-assessment exercises should be worked through, and rules in the class should be obeyed.

Facilitation

  • Online facilitation is provided.
  • Facilitation is learner-centered and has both asynchronous and synchronous modes.
  • Asynchronous facilitation includes presenting the theme, directing and summarizing forum discussions, coordinating activities, scoring and grading activities, and uploading scores.

Library Resources

  • The course provides access to top 10 databases.
  • Open Educational Resources (OER) are digitized materials offered freely for educators, students, and self-learners to use and reuse for teaching, learning, and research.

Unit 1: Types of Libraries

  • The unit introduces the concept of a library, its history, and types of libraries.
  • The types of libraries covered are:
    • Academic libraries
    • Research/Special libraries
    • School libraries
    • Public libraries
    • National libraries
  • The functions of the different types of libraries are also covered.

Unit 2: Library Services

  • The unit covers the concept of Open Educational Resources (OER).
  • OER include:
    • Open Access Journals
    • Open Access Repository
    • Open Access Sources in STEM Subjects
    • Open Access Sources in Social Sciences and Humanities

Library Catalogue

  • The library catalogue points the reader to the exact location of the book on the shelf without having to search through all volumes of books on the shelves.
  • Access points are headings that users employ to locate needed materials.
  • The three main access points are:
    • Title
    • Author
    • Subject
  • The ideal thing for every library is to have three access points/catalogues/indexes for all materials in the library.
  • Physical forms of library catalogues include:
    • Book catalogue
    • Card catalogue
    • Microform catalogue
    • Online catalogue

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