information Science Course
Acquire essential information science expertise tailored for small public libraries, covering metadata, cataloguing, classification, discovery tools, and user access improvements. Develop efficient workflows, policies, and practical tools to enhance resource findability, improve patron services, and maximise collection effectiveness across diverse formats.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills in crafting precise catalog records, using metadata standards, developing classification systems, and enhancing subject access in both print and digital library collections. Master straightforward workflows, ethical principles, legal essentials, user-oriented search strategies, and evaluation techniques to simplify tasks and ensure resources are easily found and utilised.
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Develop skills
- Design efficient catalog workflows for small libraries: quick, uniform, and staff-friendly processes.
- Produce top-quality MARC and Dublin Core records for both print and digital materials.
- Develop user-focused search and browsing tools to increase discovery and utilisation.
- Assign precise call numbers and subject headings for collections with mixed formats.
- Apply basic metrics and feedback mechanisms to enhance catalog quality in real time.
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