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Information retrieval and seeking 1 (5cr)

Code: KD18BTHM01-3010

General information


Enrollment
01.05.2021 - 25.08.2021
Registration for the implementation has ended.
Timing
01.09.2021 - 24.10.2021
Implementation has ended.
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 cr
Local portion
0 cr
Virtual portion
5 cr
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Teaching languages
Finnish
Degree programmes
Diploma of Higher Education, Library and Information Services
Teachers
Ari Haasio
Course
KD18BTHM01

Evaluation scale

1-5

Objective

The student is able to use the main searching tools and use them in different contexts. The student knows the main types of different information sources and memory organizations.

Content

The theoretical framework and foundations of information retrieval. The basic methods of web searching. The main types of information sources. Memory organizations (libraries, archives and museums) in society.

Materials

Haasio, Ari (2020). Läydä! Helsinki: Avain. Muu kurssilla jaettava materiaali.

Teaching methods

Online course

Exam schedules

No exam

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

1-2
Fair skills and knowledge of the theoretical foundations of information retrieval and use of different information retrieval systems.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

3-4
Good skills and knowledge of the theoretical foundations of information retrieval and use of different information retrieval systems.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

5
Excellent skills and knowledge of the theoretical foundations of information retrieval and use of different information retrieval systems.

Qualifications

None

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