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Module Name
Module Code
Lecture Hrs
Practical Hrs
Credits
History and Development of Libraries
LIB1003Y(1)
3
0
6

Description
The history of libraries and librarianship from the ancient times to the present will be the main focus of this module. Emphasis will be laid on broad trends and patterns of development in Librarianship. The aim of this module is to introduce students to library science as a profession and to its role and functions in the dissemination of information in the field of education, culture and national development. Topics will also cover: The different types of libraries in Mauritius and the historical context of library aims, philosophies and structure and their validity in the light of future development. Political and social attitudes towards public spending on education and leisure and their impact on libraries. The role of associations in the promotion of librarianship.
Faculty Department
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES Department of Social Studies
Contact Details
Administrative assistant: DILMAHOMED BOCUS Bibi Swaleha
Telephone: 4037400
Email: s.dilmahomed@uom.ac.mu
 

 


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