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From: Nicole Purviance
Date: Wed, Jun 4, 2014 at 1:06 AM
Subject: [IFLA-L] SJSU information school offers new future-focused MOOC
To: ifla-l@infoserv.inist.fr
Information Professionals Explore Technology Trends in New Emerging Future MOOC
Your opportunities for professional development at the San Jose State
University (SJSU) School of Library and Information Science continue
to expand with the addition of a new and future-focused Massive Open
Online Course (MOOC).
The new MOOC, entitled, “Emerging Future: Technology Issues and
Trends,” aims to explore the impact of new technologies while
introducing participants to important issues, emerging trends, and the
skills necessary to plan effectively for the future. It begins this
fall, and registration is now open.
As a participant, you will experience an interactive online learning
environment via a wide range of tools and diverse materials (e.g.,
freely accessible readings, recorded presentations, and online
videos), and you’ll have an opportunity to:
Explore the current technological environment
Become immersed in the literature and practices of current futurists
Select appropriate resources to use in planning for new technologies
Discuss key impact factors and trends affecting our personal and
global existence
Engage with peers and instructors, heightening their learning and
taking full advantage of this professional development opportunity
Earn badges and MOOC certification on completion of activities related
to each of the modules
Dr. Sue Alman, a lecturer at the SJSU information school and an expert
in both futurism and online learning, created the “Emerging Future:
Technology Issues and Trends” MOOC based on her “Exploring Future
Technologies” LIBR 281 seminar offered to graduate students in the
school’s 100% online Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)
program. She is co-teaching with Jen Jumba, a public librarian who
also teaches courses in the school’s MLIS program.
According to Alman, “There are dozens of categories that have been
targeted for major research initiatives, and the results will have
theoretical and practical effects on the ways in which libraries and
archives strategically plan for the future. Some of these areas
include astrophysics, big data, cybersecurity, transportation,
robotics, agriculture, and many more.”
The rapid development of new technologies also has enormous impact on
the future of individuals and information organizations. Alman added,
“Professionals who have traditional library and archives roles must be
aware of the information and technological advances in order to assist
users, and they must be prepared for exciting new positions in all
types of organizations.”
Knowing who and what to watch will keep you informed on the latest
technology issues and trends that will impact the future. Reserve your
spot for this future-focused MOOC.
Sign Up Now
The “Emerging Future: Technology Issues and Trends” MOOC is open to
everyone as a professional development opportunity. The MOOC does not
offer academic credit. The class will run from Sept. 22, 2014 to Nov.
2, 2014. Enrollment is capped at 500 students, and participants will
be registered on a first-come, first-served basis.
About
The School of Library and Information Science at San Jose State
University (SJSU) prepares individuals for careers in the information
professions. Graduates work in diverse areas, such as website design,
digital asset management, information architecture, electronic records
management, and librarianship. The SJSU information school offers
several online educational programs, including a Master’s Degree in
Library and Information Science, which is fully accredited by the
American Library Association, a Master’s Degree in Archives and
Records Administration, and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Library and
Information Science. All programs are delivered online, and the SJSU
information school is a recognized leader in online education. For
more information about the school, please visit:
http://slisweb.sjsu.edu
Contact:
Nicole Purviance
Director of Marketing and Communications
School of Library and Information Science
San José State University
One Washington Square, Clark Hall 420A
San José, CA 95192-0029
Direct: 408-924-2465
Nicole.Purviance@sjsu.edu
slisweb.sjsu.edu
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