1. To explore
the nature of the various fields in the humanities, their interrelationships,
and their relationships with other areas of knowledge.
2. To become
aware of the contents and use of a representative sample of English
language reference tools, including online resources in humanites disciplines.
3. To demonstrate
the ability to examine, compare, contrast, and evaluate reference
sources.
4. To provide
experience in analyzing reference questions to determine the level
and extent of information required to satisfy the client, and
to give a satisfactory, ethical answer.
5. To develop,
through the design of a pathfinder, a technique to provide bibliographic
instruction to patrons in a particular library.
Content:
Class sessions will focus on the study of reference sources related
to six major disciplines in the humanities along with services
to users. These six areas are philosophy, religion, music, literature,
the fine arts, and the performing arts.
