Library, Archives & Information Centers
CINF-211-9657
University at Albany
- Semester
- Fall 2026
- Instructor
- Carol Anne Germain
- Start Date
- 08-24-2026
- Total Credits
- 3
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- 518-442-5140
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You will learn the same curriculum as our on-campus students
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the field of Library and Information Science (LIS). Students will discover the innovative resources and services that libraries, archives and other information centers offer to their communities, transforming lives and fostering knowledge. Through engaging lectures, pertinent readings, and hands-on activities, students will gain an understanding of the diverse types of libraries and information centers, the invaluable services they provide, and the challenges they face in the digital age. Students will explore the history, principles, and practices of librarianship and information management. Key topics include the organization of information, information retrieval systems, digital libraries, information ethics, and the role of libraries in society.
Course Area: Information Science
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Dates: 08-24-2026 - 12-07-2026
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- Instructor: Carol Anne Germain
- Local Course ID: 26FA_ALB_CINF211_0001
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