LIS 595 - Issues and Trends in Public Librarianship

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This survey course examines public librarianship from a community-led framework, which emphasizes the collaborative nature of developing and implementing library services. The course focuses on issues and trends in public librarianship, including programming, technology, library governance, service models, and services for diverse communities. Prerequisite: LIS 501 or consent of instructor.