Dominican University

Graduate School of Library and Information Science

LIS724: Media Services and Production

3 Credit Hours

Fall 2007

Thursday 6:00 – 9:00 pm

 

Erin Drankwalter Wyatt, Adjunct Instructor

Office Hours: By Appointment

Email: ewyatt@dom.edu

IM (AIM): ejdw13

 

  1. Course Description

An overview of media technologies used in the teaching/learning process. Emphasis is given to: the relationship of learning theory to use of media (including interactive and multimedia technologies); the role of the library media specialist in facilitating effective creation/production use of media by students and teachers in elementary, middle, and secondary schools; copyright issues; and planning for technology.

  1. Required Texts

Simpson, Carol. Copyright for Schools: A Practical Guide. 4th edition. Worthington, OH:

            Linworth Publishing, 2005.

Williams, Robin. The Non-Designers Design Book. 2nd edition. Berkeley, CA: Peachpit Press,          2004.

  1.  Learning Objectives

Students will:

·        gain an understanding of the role of the librarian with respect to media services and production.

·        demonstrate an understanding of basic design principles.

·        utilize various multimedia tools and peripherals in order to create instructional materials.

·        develop an awareness of selection issues for software and hardware

·        gain an understanding of issues surrounding media literacy in the multimedia environment.

·        build knowledge of copyright issues as applied to media production and use.

 

  1. Assignments and Course Requirements

A.     Course Design. Class time will include lecture, discussion, demonstrations, presentations, and computer lab use. Students will have individual and group assignments.

B.     Assignments. The assignments, which are worth a total of 100 points, are as follows:

1.      PROMOTIONAL FLYER - 5 POINTS

Using design issues and techniques discussed in Robin Williams' book and in class, each student will create a flyer for a library event. Be prepared to explain to your classmates how you used the design principals in your item. The flyer will be posted to Blackboard.

Due September 13

2.      EQUIPMENT INVESTIGATION POWERPOINT – 10 POINTS

Each student will investigate a piece of equipment. The investigation will include a look at different models including an evaluation regarding positives, problems, price, ease of use, etc. Cost comparisons, evaluations and a few useful resources on selection and operating this type of equipment will be constructed. The presentation will be given to the class using PowerPoint. The PowerPoint will be posted on Blackboard.

Due September 27

3.      ELECTRONIC RESOURCE GUIDE ASSIGNMENT – 5 POINTS

Each student will locate and annotate a minimum of ten websites pertaining to a topic of his/her choice directed to a specific audience of users. The electronic resource guide will be web-based. The URL to the resource will be posted in Blackboard.

Due October 4

4.      WEBSITE EVALUATION – 10 POINTS

Work with your group to evaluate three library web sites using the criteria discussed in class. Design a mock-up of a website that exhibits best practice. Post the results of your group’s work in Blackboard.

Due October 11

5.      DIGITAL STORYTELLING PROJECT – 10 POINTS

Each student will complete a 2-3 minute digital storytelling project incorporating still images, narration, and sound.

Due October 25

6.      SUBSCRIPTION DATABASE INVESTIGATION, DEMONSTRATION, AND  TUTORIAL – 20 POINTS

Each student will investigate two subscription databases and prepare accompanying instructional handouts using design principles. The databases will be demonstrated to the class in 5 minute presentations. Copies of the instructional materials will be posted to Blackboard.

Due November 8

7.      SITE VISIT AND INTERVIEW – 10 POINTS

Each student will visit a library and conduct an interview with a librarian concerning equipment selection, purchase, and maintenance. The data collected from this experience will be contributed to a group project that reflects a range of practice in regards to librarians’ roles with media in the field. Group observations will be shared in class and posted to Blackboard.

Due November 29

8.      INSTRUCTIONAL PROJECT – 20 POINTS

Each student will create and present an instructional project based on a specific technology topic of his/her choice. Multimedia will be incorporated into the presentation. Students should get approval for topic choice from the instructor. The project should be creative and informative. Presentation sign-up will be done through the course wiki. Presentations should be posted to Blackboard.

Due December 6, 13 and 20

9.      PARTICIPATION AND COMMITMENT – 10 POINTS

It is expected that students will attend every class session and participate in discussions. The course grade, particularly the class participation component, will be affected by absences and tardies. Students are expected to have read the assigned materials and come to class prepared to discuss and critique the readings. There will be some mini-assignments that will contribute to the class participation grade. Points will be deducted from late assignments.

 

  1. Assessment

Graduate students are expected to attend each class, be punctual, and produce work of professional quality with citations wherever appropriate. It is also understood that graduate students have commitments outside of course work. It is the responsibility of the student to obtain any material covered or assignments missed. Missing class time may result in a grade deduction.

 

All course participants are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the standards outlined in the academic integrity statement. “Students of the university must conduct themselves in accordance with the highest standards of academic honesty and integrity.  Failure to maintain academic integrity will not be tolerated.” (DU 2007-2008 Student Handbook and Planner, 20)

 

All assignments will be due at the beginning of the class period. Late work will result in a grade reduction. All written work should be clear and error free.

 

Grading Scale

A

A-

B+

B

B-

C+

C

C-

D

F

95-100

90-94

85-89

80-84

75-79

70-74

65-69

64-below

The faculty of the Graduate School of Library and Information Science use the following guidelines in grading:

Grade

Numeric Equivalent

Definition

A

4.0

Outstanding achievement. Student performance demonstrates full command of the course materials and evinces a high level of originality and/or creativity that far surpasses course expectations; nearly flawless work.

A-

3.67

Excellent achievement. Student performance demonstrates thorough knowledge of the course materials and exceeds course expectations by completing all requirements in a superior manner.

B+

3.33

Good solid work. Student performance demonstrates strong comprehension of the course materials and exceeds course expectations on all tasks as defined in the course syllabus.

B

3.0

Satisfactory acceptable work. Student performance meets designated course expectations, demonstrates understanding of the course materials and performs at an acceptable level.

B-

2.67

Marginal work. Student performance demonstrates incomplete, substandard understanding of course materials, or absence of required work; indicates danger of falling below acceptable grading standard.

C+

2.33

Unsatisfactory work. Student performance demonstrates unsatisfactory understanding of course materials and inability to meet course requirements.

C

2.0

Unacceptable work. Student performance demonstrates incomplete and inadequate understanding of course materials.

C-

1.67

Poor work.

F

0.0

Failing Grade

(DU GSLIS Bulletin, 23)

 

  1. Course Calendar

 

Week One - September 6

            Introductions and course overview

Topic: Role of the library media specialist/librarian in media production & design, Design Principles

Tools: Computer basics, Blackboard, and Word tutorial

Reading for 9/13: Non-Designer’s Design Book

 

Week Two - September 13

Topic: Equipment Selection and Evaluation Criteria

Tools: Introduction to PowerPoint, graphics on web, course wiki

DUE: Promotional flyer assignment, self introduction on Blackboard

Reading for 9/20: Copyright for Schools

 

Week Three - September 20

Topic: Copyright – Part I

Tools: Adding media to PowerPoint

DUE: Wiki terms

Reading for 9/27: Copyright for Schools

 

Week Four - September 27

Topic: Equipment Inventories, Budget, and Software Selection

Tools: Pathfinders, Social Bookmarking, and Webquests

DUE: Equipment Evaluation PowerPoint

Reading for 10/4: Article on information literacy

 

Week Five - October 4

Topic: Information Literacy/Information Fluency

Tools: Collaborative workspaces, evaluation guides

DUE: Electronic Resource Guide Assignment

Reading for 10/11: Media literacy study

 

Week Six - October 11

Topic: Media Literacy

Tools: PhotoStory, VoiceThread

DUE: Website Evaluation

Reading for 10/18: Reading on learning theory

 

Week Seven – October 18

Topic: Digital storytelling

            Tools: Podcasting options and PowerPoint activity

Reading for 10/25: Database article on learning theory. Article citations will be available on Blackboard.

 

Week Eight - October 25

Topic: Learning Theory

            Tools: Online tutorial building

DUE: Digital Storytelling

            Reading for 11/8: Learning styles inventory

 

Week Nine - November 1

ISLMA Conference

Class will not meet face to face. Virtual workshop options including podcasts, ISLMA session simulcasts, and webinars will be given.

 

 

Week Ten - November 8

Topic: Professional Reading and resources

Tools: Blogs, RSS feeds and readers

DUE: Subscription Database

Reading for 11/15: Illinois technology plan guidelines

 

Week Eleven - November 15

Topic: Technology Planning

Tools: Survey tools, Inspiration

DUE: Reflection on blog post

Reading for 11/29: Plagiarism resources

 

Week Twelve - November 29

Topic: Copyright – Part II and Plagiarism

Tools: Instructional Project Q & A

DUE: Site Visit and Interview

Reading for 12/6: Copyright questions

 

Week Thirteen - December 6

Topic: Models of collaboration

Reading for 12/13:  Data as evidence for libraries

DUE: Instructional Project

 

Week Fourteen - December 13

Topic: General Q & A

DUE: Instructional Project

 

Week Fifteen - December 20

Topic: Course Wrap-up

Course Evaluation

DUE: Instructional Project

 

Refer to Assignments on Blackboard for more details.