This course provides an introduction to government information sources and research, with a primary focus on U.S. government information. Students will learn about the structure of government and the dissemination of government information resources to the public, including techniques for locating and using government information sources.
Learning Objectives
- Locate and use U.S. federal government information sources from the executive, judicial and legislative branches.
- Locate and use resources within the federal depository library system.
- Discuss issues in government information on the national, state, local and international levels.
- Compile research using specialized government information research techniques including census research, government statistical research, and legislative history.
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