Engaged Learning and Interdisciplinary Programs 63 ESL 2460 - Reading Enrichment Credits: (l) This course offers additional reading practice for Advanced English language learners. Students expand their vocabulary and reading skills with high interest books adapted for this level. Credit/no credit. ESL 2750 - Special Projects and Activities for Language Learning Credits: (1-3) Variable Title. Special projects are designed to offer a variety of language and cultural experiences for the ESL student. Activities offered may include trips, special interest seminars, independent study or workshops. Contact the LEAP Department for programs offered. LEAP 2510 - Written Communication V Credits: (3) This class prepares students to function successfully in the required university writing classes, ENGL 1010 and ENGL 2010. Students write three to five page essays on academic topics. Students continue to use teacher and writing center resources to edit and revise their work as they expand their ability to write. Paraphrasing, analyzing, summarizing, and documenting sources are emphasized. Students are introduced to library and internet resources. Students continue to practice writing responses and opinions. LEAP 2520 - Topics for Academic Study Credits: (3) This course focuses on reading, understanding, and dealing with academic topics and course assignments. Using authentic, unadapted texts, this course provides the student with a guided approach in bridging the difficulty level between ESL classes and other academic courses. Library Science University Librarian: Joan Hubbard Location: Stewart Library, Room 108A Telephone: Marie Richards 801-626-6403 Professor: JaNae Kinikin, Wade Kotter; Associate Professors: Shaun Adamson, G. Arthur Carpenter, Edward Hahn, Joan Hubbard, Ruby Licona, Kathryn Payne; Assistant Professors: Nicole Beatty, Jason Francis, Chris Hauser To be successful in a global information society, students must understand how to identify, locate, and critically evaluate information. The Department of Library Science provides instruction and assistance that enable students to effectively access and utilize digital and print information resources to meet their academic, professional and life-long learning needs. Course Descriptions - LIBS Library Science LIBS 1704 TD - Information Navigator Credits: (l) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem, 1st Blk, 2nd Blk, Online] Spring [Full Sem, 1st Blk, 2nd Blk, Online] Summer [Full Sem, 1st Blk, 2nd Blk, Online] Students completing this course will be able to use an academic library and the Internet to successfully identify, access, evaluate and use information resources to support academic success and lifelong learning. Completion of this course meets part D of the WSU Computer and Information Literacy requirement. LIBS 2504 TD - Information Resources in History Credits: (l) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem, Online] Intended for students interested in history, this one credit hour course will assist them in developing information literacy and basic research skills to support life-long learning. Students will develop skills in identifying, locating, retrieving, documenting and critically evaluating both electronic and print resources that are appropriate for undergraduate research, with an emphasis on resources in history. Completion of this course meets part D of the WSU Computer and Information Literacy requirement. LIBS 2604 TD - Information Resources in Education Credits: (l) Typically taught: Fall [1st Blk, 2nd Blk, Online] Spring [1st Blk, 2nd Blk, Online] Summer [lst Blk, Online] Intended for students interested in education, this one- credit hour course will assist in developing information literacy and academic research skills, and an understanding of academic integrity issues unique to the field of education. Students will develop skills in identifying, locating, retrieving, documenting, and critically evaluating both electronic and print resources that are appropriate for undergraduate research, with emphasis in education and related disciplines. Completion of this course meets part D of the WSU Computer and Information Literacy requirement. Cross-Listed with EDUC 2604. LIBS 2704 TD - Information Resources in the Business Disciplines Credits: (l) Typically taught: Fall [lst Blk, 2nd Blk, Online] Spring [lst Blk, 2nd Blk, Online] Information Resources in the Business Disciplines is a one credit hour course that will assist students in developing information literacy and basic research skills to support life-long learning. Students will develop skills in identifying, locating, retrieving, documenting, and critically evaluating both electronic and print resources that are appropriate for undergraduate research, with emphasis in the business disciplines. Completion of this course meets part D of the WSU Computer and Information Literacy requirement. Cross listed with BSAD 2704. Weber State University 2015-2016 Catalog