Welcome to Module 1: Information Communities

Greetings all! Module 1 begins today. This module explores the nature of information, definitions of community, and how communities form around information and knowledge sharing/creation.

You’ll find a lecture, readings and more. A description of the module requirements is here.

Graduate Writing

Clear and scholarly writing is required for this course. If you have not written academically for awhile, there are resources available to you. The SJSU Writing Center offers many services including workshops that may be of interest to you.

INFO 200 Section Site Postings:

  • Each week will begin with a “Welcome to…” post introducing the week’s module. It will contain vital information and action items for everyone. Due dates will be highlighted.
  • Some weeks will also include a separate “Getting Started…” post introducing a major assignment.
  • Other posts will highlight various content and helpers for the course.

Class Social Time & Chats:

Occasionally throughout the semester, we will have class chats on Zoom. These are optional “drop-in” sessions for students to ask questions, share or just chat. There are no mandatory sessions, but students are encouraged to attend if schedules allow. It will be a way for us to check and keep in touch. All sessions will be recorded. The following are scheduled:

Also, I am on Zoom IM as much as possible during the day. You can message me if you have a question or need to check in about something. Michigan is in Eastern time so I am usually winding down by around 7pm or so.

Action Items:

Blog Report Due Dates: (See assignment page for full descriptors.)

  • Blog Post #1: Introduce yourself. DUE: 2/04
  • Blog Post #2: Describe the Information Community you are choosing to explore for the course and the research paper. DUE: 2/18
  • Blog Post #3: Report on the information-seeking behavior and information needs of chosen community. DUE: 3/03
  • Blog Post #4: Summarize one of the peer-reviewed articles relating to your information community you’ve found. DUE: 3/10
  • Blog Post #5: Explore how libraries and information centers create learning and programming opportunities for your chosen community. DUE: 4/21 
  • Blog Post #6: Report on the issues your community may face on an international scale. DUE: 4/28
  • Blog Post #7: Report on your community’s use of emerging technologies. DUE: 5/05
  • Blog Post #8: Personal reflection on information communities. DUE: 5/13
Major Assignment Due Dates: 

Ongoing Throughout Semester: Commenting, Engagement and Participation

 

 

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