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This portfolio demonstrates that I have fulfilled the Learning Goals and Outcomes of the MLIS program at Dominican University, which are as follows:

  1. Develop a professional identity and philosophy within the library and information professions.

    1. Describe the evolving nature of the core values and ethics within diverse information environments. Language Essay

    2. Demonstrate how a philosophy, theory, model, and/or major perspective of the library and information profession guides practice in diverse settings. Interview With a Reference Librarian

    3. Participate in professional activities and associations, such as professional conferences and meetings, internships and practicums, and professional email discussions and social media. Research Presentation

  2. Understand the essential nature of information and its relevance to our diverse society.

    1. Describe various definitions and concepts of information. Care Work Investigation

    2. Explain the impact of information policies on intellectual freedom, access, literacy, information behavior, and other aspects of library and information science. Digital Needs Exploration

    3. Develop appropriate responses to assessed information needs within diverse communities/organizations. Community Guide

  3. Navigate, curate and create information across the spectrum of human records.

    1. Design resources or tools that facilitate access to information. Oral History Website

    2. Utilize resources or tools to manage information. Family Tree

    3. Evaluate resources or tools that manage and facilitate access to information. Collection Management Video

  4. Synthesize theory and practice within a dynamic, evolving, and diverse information environment.

    1. Apply library and information science theories, principles, and research to professional practice. Oral History Website

    2. Evaluate current and emerging technologies for information capture, organization, dissemination, access, and/or curation to meet the variety of information needs of diverse communities. Surveillance Analysis

    3. Demonstrate teaching and learning principles in relation to professional practice. RA Interview Report

  5. Effectively communicate and collaborate to deliver, market, and advocate for library and information services.

    1. Apply marketing and/or advocacy principles to demonstrate and promote the value of libraries and information agencies. Protest Letter Template

    2. Demonstrate effective professional communication to achieve common understanding as an individual or in group settings. Research Presentation

    3. Demonstrate leadership principles in an educational, professional, or community context. Protest Letter Template