Student Learning Outcomes

The School of Information determines the Student Learning Outcomes and represents what the student has learned in the MLIS program. These outcomes are in accordance with the American Library Association core competencies. Click on the plus (+) sign to show the contents of each goal. Click on the “Demonstration of Goal” buttons to show my learning and experiences related to each goal of the student learning outcomes.

  • Students have a critical grounding in theoretical perspectives that draw on research in LIS as well as other fields of knowledge, that inform their professional practices including research, organization, management, and access to information.

    IV.a. Students will describe applications of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies in library and information science.

    IV.b. Students will identify opportunities for research and develop plans for research in applied settings in library and information science.

  • DescriptionStudents understand the systems and technologies that facilitate the management and use of information resources to serve the diverse needs of users.

    II.a Students identify and analyze diverse information needs of individuals and communities.

    II.b. Students evaluate and select print and digital information resources and systems to meet needs of users.

    II.c. Students understand and use appropriate information technology for information services. text goes here

  • DescriptiStudents are proficient in the theory and application of skills essential for knowledge representation in evolving technology environments, in any chosen area of specialization.

    III.a. Students analyze, organize and describe various formats of information objects.

    III.b. Students identify and apply best practices in the use of different technologies for knowledge representation.on text goes here

  • Students have a critical grounding in theoretical perspectives that draw on research in LIS as well as other fields of knowledge, that inform their professional practices including research, organization, management, and access to information.

    IV.a. Students will describe applications of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies in library and information science.

    IV.b. Students will identify opportunities for research and develop plans for research in applied settings in library and information science.