Introduction

The San Jose State University (SJSU) Master of Library Science (MLIS) program began using the electronic portfolio concept as a capstone project in 2006. Instead of exploring one topic deeply, the portfolio reviews 14 core competencies developed by the American Library Association, Special Library Associations and SJSU staff and associations (Simmons et. al. 2013).

Declarations of competency consist of six sections: What the competency means personally and to the profession, what coursework, work experience or personal development prepared me for it, how I demonstrate that preparation, why I chose the selected evidence, how it shows competency and how I will apply that competency in the future (Bodart, 2017).

Access the declarations from the list below or the Competencies tab on the navigation bar above.

• 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. Use service concepts, principles, and techniques to connect individuals or groups with accurate, relevant, and appropriate information

• K. Describe the fundamental concepts of information-seeking behaviors

• 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

• Conclusion

• Privacy Statement

(SJSU MLIS, 2017)

References

Bodart, J. (2017). Little four point outline how to describe evidence. Retrieved from https://sjsu.instructure.com/courses/1123673/files/44705250?module_item_id=8744402

Simmons, M., Wrenn-Estes, B., Buhr, J., Rusay, S., Saldana-Nann, S., Zick, D. (2013). Using an electronic portfolio as a capstone project: The rationale, logistics and reflections. Retrieved from https://evolllution.com/opinions/using-an-electronic-portfolio-as-a-capstone-project-the-rationale-logistics-and-reflections-part-1/

SJSU MLIS. (2017). MLIS core competencies. Retrived from http://ischool.sjsu.edu/current-students/courses/core-competencies