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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#1F497D'>Information Professionals Explore Technology Trends in New Emerging Future MOOC <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Your opportunities for professional development at the San Jose State University (SJSU) School of Library and Information Science continue to expand with the addition of a new and future-focused Massive Open Online Course (MOOC).<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>The new MOOC, entitled, “</span><a href="http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/programs/moocs/emerging-future-mooc"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Emerging Future: Technology Issues and Trends</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>,” aims to explore the impact of new technologies while introducing participants to important issues, emerging trends, and the skills necessary to plan effectively for the future. It begins this fall, and </span><a href="http://www.canvas.net/courses/the-emerging-future-technology-issues-and-trends"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>registration is now open</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>As a participant, you will experience an interactive online learning environment via a wide range of tools and diverse materials (e.g., freely accessible readings, recorded presentations, and online videos), and you’ll have an opportunity to:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Explore the current technological environment<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Become immersed in the literature and practices of current futurists<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Select appropriate resources to use in planning for new technologies<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Discuss key impact factors and trends affecting our personal and global existence<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Engage with peers and instructors, heightening their learning and taking full advantage of this professional development opportunity<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Earn badges and MOOC certification on completion of activities related to each of the modules<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://slisapps.sjsu.edu/facultypages/view.php?fac=almans"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Dr. Sue Alman</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>, a lecturer at the SJSU information school and an expert in both futurism and online learning, created the “Emerging Future: Technology Issues and Trends” MOOC based on her “Exploring Future Technologies” LIBR 281 seminar offered to graduate students in the school’s 100% online </span><a href="http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/programs/master-library-and-information-science-mlis"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Master of Library and Information Science</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> (MLIS) program. She is co-teaching with </span><a href="https://slisapps.sjsu.edu/facultypages/view.php?fac=jumbaj"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Jen Jumba</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>, a public librarian who also teaches courses in the school’s MLIS program.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>According to Alman, “There are dozens of categories that have been targeted for major research initiatives, and the results will have theoretical and practical effects on the ways in which libraries and archives strategically plan for the future. Some of these areas include astrophysics, big data, cybersecurity, transportation, robotics, agriculture, and many more.”<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>The rapid development of new technologies also has enormous impact on the future of individuals and information organizations. Alman added, “Professionals who have traditional library and archives roles must be aware of the information and technological advances in order to assist users, and they must be prepared for exciting new positions in all types of organizations.” <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Knowing who and what to watch will keep you informed on the latest technology issues and trends that will impact the future. <a href="http://www.canvas.net/courses/the-emerging-future-technology-issues-and-trends">Reserve your spot</a> for this future-focused MOOC.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><a href="http://www.canvas.net/courses/the-emerging-future-technology-issues-and-trends">Sign Up Now</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>The “Emerging Future: Technology Issues and Trends” MOOC is </span><a href="http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/programs/moocs/emerging-future-mooc-enrollment"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>open to everyone</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> as a professional development opportunity. The MOOC does not offer academic credit. The class will run from Sept. 22, 2014 to Nov. 2, 2014. Enrollment is capped at 500 students, and participants will be registered on a first-come, first-served basis. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#1F497D'>About<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>The </span><a href="http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>School of Library and Information Science</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> at San Jose State University (SJSU) prepares individuals for careers in the information professions. Graduates work in diverse areas, such as website design, digital asset management, information architecture, electronic records management, and librarianship. The SJSU information school offers several </span><a href="http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/prospective-students/choose-your-program"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>online educational programs</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>, including a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science, which is </span><a href="http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/about-slis/history-and-accreditation/accreditation"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>fully accredited</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'> by the American Library Association, a Master’s Degree in Archives and Records Administration, and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Library and Information Science. All programs are delivered online, and the SJSU information school is a </span><a href="http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/about-slis/news/detail/sjsu-slis-receives-sloan-c-award-honoring-innovation-online-learning"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>recognized leader in online education</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>. For more information about the school, please visit: </span><a href="http://slisweb.sjsu.edu"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>http://slisweb.sjsu.edu</span></a><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Contact:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>Nicole Purviance</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>Director of Marketing and Communications</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>School of Library and Information Science</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>San José State University</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>One Washington Square, Clark Hall 420A</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>San José, CA 95192-0029<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>Direct: 408-924-2465<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'><a href="mailto:Nicole.Purviance@sjsu.edu">Nicole.Purviance@sjsu.edu</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'><a href="http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/" target="_blank"><span style='color:black'>slisweb.sjsu.edu</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>