Ellen Phillips

Fall 2018

Hello and thank you for visiting! I created this site for my eportfolio as part of earning my MLIS degree from San Jose State University.

Please note that competencies D, E, and J are still currently restricted as they may contain personally identifiable information. This information will be redacted and they will be made available at that time.

A. demonstrate awareness of the ethics, values, and foundational principles of one of the information professions, and discuss the importance of intellectual freedom within that profession;

B. describe and compare organizational settings in which information professionals practice;

C. recognize the diversity (such as cultural and economic) in the clientele and employees of an information organization and be familiar with actions the organization should take to address this diversity;

D. apply the fundamental principles of planning, management, marketing, and advocacy;

E. design, query, and evaluate information retrieval systems;

F. use the basic concepts and principles related to the selection, evaluation, organization, and preservation of physical and digital information items;

G. demonstrate understanding of basic principles and standards involved in organizing information such as classification and controlled vocabulary systems, cataloging systems, metadata schemas or other systems for making information accessible to a particular clientele;

H. demonstrate proficiency in identifying, using, and evaluating current and emerging information and communication technologies;

I. use service concepts, principles, and techniques to connect individuals or groups with accurate, relevant, and appropriate information;

J. describe the fundamental concepts of information-seeking behaviors;

K. design instructional programs based on learning principles and theories;

L. demonstrate understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods, the ability to design a research project, and the ability to evaluate and synthesize research literature;

M.  demonstrate oral and written communication skills necessary for professional work including collaboration and presentations;

N. evaluate programs and services using measurable criteria.