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Spring 2008

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Full DVC schedule of courses available at www.dvc.edu
(link to printer friendly version) (Fall 2007 schedule) (Summer 2008 schedule)

Day / Time                            Instructor                 Location                Dates                 Section#              Units


L -105   Reference and Research Services: Tools and Techniques
Thurs. 6:00-8:50pm             McKinney, Linda            L-201                 1/14 - 5/23              8004                       3
This course is an introduction to print and online information resources used in a variety of library and information center settings.  Students learn effective techniques for assisting patrons and are provided an opportunity to develop information service skills by using a wide variety of resources.


L – 108   Acquisition of Library Materials
Sat. 9:00-2:50pm                  Hunt, Deborah                 L-143                 3/15 – 4/19              8626                      1
This course teaches library concepts and practices involving the selection, ordering and receiving of materials; from the decision to purchase materials to their receipt and distribution.  Students will learn to use automated systems and other technology applications.
Note: Class meets on 3/15, 4/5 and 4/19 only.


L – 150C    Job Search Skills for Library Personnel
Sat. 9:00-2:50pm                  Hunt, Deborah                 L-143                  2/2 – 3/1                   8147                    1
This course focuses on creating a job search plan and developing the skills needed to carry out a successful job search, including locating job openings, writing a resume and cover letter, and interviewing techniques.
Note: Class meets on 2/2, 2/23 and 3/1 only.


LS – 130    Internet and Online Research
Sat. 12:00-3:15 pm               Zaheer, Naheed              ATC-109            4/26 – 5/17             8206               1
Note: Section 8206 is a hybrid class, a combination of classroom lecture and online instruction.  This class meets regularly online and Saturdays 4/26 – 5/17, from 12 -3:15 pm, in ATC 109.  Please go to www.dvc.edu/hybrid for hybrid course information.


LS – 121   Information Competency and Research Skills

This course teaches the research strategies and skills for successfully finding, retrieving, evaluating and using information in all formats.  It combines library skills, research methods and information technology literacy. Coursework includes the ethical and legal aspects of information use and the critical thinking skills necessary for successful college research.

Online and Hybrid Sections

Online
Hours by arrangement         McKenna, Jane               L-202                 1/23 – 3/12            5307                  1   
Note: Mandatory class meetings on Wednesdays, 1/23, 2/6 and  2/20. from 6 – 7:50 pm in Library Lab 202. 
Please go to www.dvc.edu/online to access additional class information.

Online
Hours by arrangement         Dyment, Jennifer           L-202                 1/26 – 3/15           5636                  1
Note:  Mandatory class meetings on Saturdays, 1/26, 2/2 and 2/23 from 12-1:50 pm in Library Lab 202.
Please go to www.dvc.edu/online to access additional class information.

Online
Hours by arrangement         Buchalter, Ann               L-202                 2/4 – 3/24              5309                 1
Note:  Mandatory class meetings on Mondays, 2/4, 2/11 and 2/25 from 10-11:50 am in Library Lab 202.
Please go to www.dvc.edu/online to access additional class information.

Online
Hours by arrangement         Brown, Amelie               L-202                 2/19 – 4/29            5305                  1
Note:  Mandatory class meetings on Tuesdays, 2/19, 3/11 and 4/1 from 2-3:50 pm in Library Lab 202.
Please go to www.dvc.edu/online to access additional class information.

Online
Hours by arrangement         Brown, Amelie              L-202                  2/19 – 4/29             5306                 1
Note: Mandatory class meetings on Tuesdays, 2/19, 3/11 and 4/1 from 6-7:50 pm in Library Lab 202.
Please go to www.dvc.edu/online  to access additional class information.

Online
Hours by arrangement         McKenna, Jane              L-202                 4/3 – 5/22               5310                  1
Note: Mandatory class meetings on Thursdays, 4/3, 4/17 and 5/1, from 6-7:50 pm, in Library Lab 202. 
Go to www.dvc.edu/online  to access additional class information.

Hybrid
Hours by arrangement         McKinney, Linda           L-202                  4/5 – 5/10              5311                  1
Note: Mandatory class meetings on Saturdays, 4/5 -5/10, from 12-1:50 pm, in Library Lab 202.
Go to www.dvc.edu/online  to access additional class information.

Online
Hours by arrangement.        Buchalter, Ann               L-202                  4/7 – 5/19              5308                 1
Note: Mandatory class meetings on Mondays, 4/7, 4/14 and 4/28 from 10-11:50 pm, in Library Lab 202.
Go to www.dvc.edu/online  to access additional class information.

Online
Hours by arrangement.        Dezember, Jason           L-202                  4/7 – 5/19              5314                 1
Note: Mandatory class meetings on Mondays, 4/7, 4/21 and 5/5 from 4-5:50 pm, in Library Lab 202.
Go to www.dvc.edu/online  to access additional class information.

Hybrid
Hours by arrangement.        Radcliff, Sharon             L-202                 4/12 – 5/17            5316                 1
Mandatory class meetings on Saturdays, 4/12 - 5/17 from  2-3:50 pm, in Library Lab 202.
Go to www.dvc.edu/online  to access additional class information.


Backup Sections

Online
Hours by arrangement.         Buchalter, Ann                L-202               4/7 – 5/19              5065                 1
Note: Section 5065 may be opened when all other sections are full.  Mandatory class meetings on Mondays, 4/7, 4/14 and 4/28, from 1-2:50 pm, in Library Lab 202. 
Go to www.dvc.edu/online  to access additional class information.


For registration information: contact the DVC Admissions Office at (925) 685-1310; visit online at www.dvc.edu; or go to the Admissions Office. 

For program information, visit http://www.dvc.edu/library/lit or call Andy Kivel at (925) 685-1230, ext. 2170.