1. To explore the nature of the various fields in the social sciences, their interrelationship, and their relationships with other areas of knowledge.

2. To become aware of the contents of a representative sample of English language reference tools, including electronic and CD-ROM products, in social science disciplines.

3. To demonstrate the ability to examine, compare, contrast, and evaluate reference sources.

4. To provide experience in analyzing reference questions to determine the level and extent of information required to satisfy the client, and to give a satisfactory, ethical answer.

5. To develop, through the design of a pathfinder, a technique to provide library instruction.

Class sessions will focus on the study of reference sources available in seven major disciplines in the social sciences along with services to users. These seven areas are education, sociology/social work, psychology, political science, history, anthropology, and geography