The document outlines the goals and outcomes of the Master of Library Science program. It aims to prepare graduates to provide proactive, client-centered services in information agencies. Graduates will be able to articulate a philosophy of client-centered services, apply relevant theories to managing agencies, and design customized services based on client needs. They will also communicate effectively and demonstrate lifelong learning and professional values like advocacy, leadership, and creativity.

1. E. ASPEN WALKER: MLS OUTCOMES, PROFESSIONAL VALUES & ARTIFACTS
ARTIFACTS
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COLLABORATIVE INFORMATION SEEKING ORGANIZATION SCENARIO REFERENCE SERVICE PRESENTATION MANAGEMENT LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
LEARNING PROJECT DIAGNOSTIC INTERVIEW BUILDING & STRATEGIC ANALYSIS SKILLS & LIBRARY PRESENTATION & PRESENTATION
& PRESENTATION & PAPER PLANNING TRENDS PAPER RESEARCH PAPER
CULTURE OG MACKIERNEN KARMIC COUNSELING THE MYSTERY OF COPYRIGHT MANAGING & EMAIL
DIVES DEEP SERVICES THE BUG EGG & THE CHRONOLOGY MARKETING LIBRARY INTELLIGENCE FIRST IMPRESSIONS
LEGENDARY FLOWER $UPPORT LAST!
A LEADERSHIP
LEARNING JOURNEY
MLS PROGRAM OUTCOMES
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The goal of the Master of Library Science program is to
prepare creative problem solvers who will provide proactive
client-centered services in information agencies.
Graduates will be able to:
1. Articulate a philosophy of client-centered information services
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based on the epistemological and ethical foundations of the
library and information professions.
2. Explain and apply interdisciplinary theories and models
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relevant to managing library and information service agencies.
3. Conduct an information needs assessment, and design and
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evaluate customized information services and
products based on those needs.
4. Identify a need, then retrieve, interpret, and/or repackage
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relevant information resources and evaluate their use and impact.
5. Affect appropriate changes by using effective
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collaborative, communication and organizational skills.
6. Teach information literacy skills in order to facilitate effective
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learning organizations.
7. Demonstrate life-long learning skills by continually acquiring
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new knowledge, skills, and perspectives to respond to changing
conditions.
8. Communicate effectively in writing, in conversation, and in
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using information technologies.
PROFESSIONAL VALUES
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As reflective practitioners, graduates will demonstrate the
following professional values:
1. Value self and others, i.e., possess confidence in one’s
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decisions and value diversity in its many forms.
2. Exhibit professional behavior, knowledge, and attitudes, based
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on client-centered philosophy and ethical guidelines.
3. Advocate for others by displaying a
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commitment to quality and equity.
4. Demonstrate leadership by displaying vision, adaptability,
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openness to new ideas, and risk-taking behavior.
5. Imagine outside the box by demonstrating creativity in problem
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solving, management, and other professional activities.