The University of Washington Information School<https://ischool.uw.edu/> is seeking Guest Faculty Members for two elective courses for the Winter Quarter. For more information reach out directly to Brandon Wedl, Guest Faculty Coordinator, at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.
Winter 2024:
Guest Faculty Start Date: Dec 16, 2023
Winter Quarter Instruction Dates: Jan 3, 2024 - Mar 8, 2024
Finals Week: Mar 9, 2024 - Mar 15, 2024
Course 1:
* LIS 539: Metadata Design | Online Asynchronous
* Covers the application and design principles of metadata schemas for resource collections, addressing syntactic and semantic interoperability. Topics include user needs assessment, workflow design, and controlled vocabulary usage. The course also explores ethical considerations, project planning, decision-making, and future impact.
Course 2:
* LIS 587: Systems Librarianship | Online Asynchronous
* Focuses on understanding the diverse scope of work in systems librarianship across various types of libraries. This includes areas such as project management, vendor relations, integration of digital and e-resources, and the use of open-source solutions. The course also delves into the intersection of library technologies with matters of privacy, equity, accessibility, and social justice.
Thanks,
Erin
ERIN GRANT (she/her)
Director, Cataloging and Metadata Services
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900, Seattle, WA 98195-2900
206.685.2298 (voice & relay)
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