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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Library Information and Society Course is a 12-weeks long course provided by the Indira Gandhi National Open University. It is the first among the 9 courses constituting the Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science. The course will introduce candidates to the role of library and information in a society.
The Library Information and Society Online Course offered by Swayam and coordinated by Professor Dr. Jaideep Sharma discusses the core features of library science and information systems that play a definite role in shaping the world. This postgraduate-level course explains the basic functions of libraries and information networks along with their legislative framework.
The Library Information and Society Certification Course is spread over 14 units wherein the final sections give an overview of the professional nature of librarianship. The course will discuss various organizations involved in the progress of library and information services and thus aid candidates who are wishing to pursue a career in library science.
The Highlights
- 12-weeks long course
- Postgraduate level course
- 4 credits and 14 units
- Video lectures
Programme Offerings
- 12-weeks Course
- 14 Units
- 4 Credits
- video lectures
Courses and Certificate Fees
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What you will learn
Pursuing the Library Information and Society Training course will make you gain knowledge about the following topics:
- Different types of libraries and information institutions
- The relation between library and society
- Basic laws of library science
- Library laws and legislation in public libraries
- Library legislation in different Indian states
- The concept of resource sharing through library networks
- Global and Indian library networks and consortia
- The nature of a profession in library and information
- Organisations supporting the development of library and information systems
Admission Details
Follow the given steps to enroll in the Library Information and Society Certification Course:
Step 1: Click on the URL given below -https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/nou22_lb05/preview
Step 2: When the new window opens, click on the sign-in/register option on the right side top corner top of the page.
Step 3: The new page will ask for your username, password, and email id to create a new account.
Step 4: You will get a verification code on the registered email address.
Step 5: Verify your credentials and complete the application process.Digital certificate of completion,
The Syllabus
- Libraries, Information and Knowledge-based Society
- Types of Libraries
- Information Institutions
- Laws of Library Science
- Library Legislation and Model Public Library Act/Bill
- Library Legislation in Indian States: Their Salient Features
- Other Information Related Legislations: RTI, IT Act, IPR, Patent Act and Cyber Laws
- Resource Sharing
- Library and Information Networks and Consortia
- Library and Information Networks and Consortia: National and International
- Librarianship as a Profession
- Ethical Issues in Librarianship
- Role of Professional Associations
- Organisations and Institutions Involved in Development of Library and Information Services
Instructors
IGNOU Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The course is spread over 12-weeks, covering 14 units.
The course has a total of 4 credits.
The course in Library Information and Society is provided by Indira Gandhi National Open University and offered by Swayam.
No, the Library Information and Society Online Course is the first among 9 courses in the Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science programme. You need to complete all these courses to get a degree.
No, the course does not provide any placement support to the candidates.