Kathy Latrobe

Professor
School of Library and Information Studies
The University of Oklahoma
401 West Brooks

Norman, OK 73019

 

Courses I Teach

LIS 5363 Books and Materials for Children

Seminar involving in-depth criticism of children's materials; thematic/issues approach to reading guidance; 20th-century trends; recent literature; and selection/evaluation.

LIS 5373 Books and Materials for Young Adults

In-depth criticism of young adult materials; thematic/issues approach to reading guidance; 20th-century trends; recent literature; and selection/evaluation.

LIS 5453 Public Relations for Libraries and Information Centers

Examination of the communication process by which the library/information center personnel satisfy user needs and provide/transmit information about the program objectives and functions to develop public awareness and support. Involves as audiences: the users, the library/information center staff, general public, governance entities, political representatives, educational and service agencies and professional organizations .

LIS 5083 School Library Media Center Administration

History and role of school library media centers in the educational program; planning, organizing and administering library programs in the elementary and secondary schools.

Starred Reviews for Children’s/YA Books

• The Stars of `98
• The Stars of `99
• The Stars of `00
• The Stars of `01
• The Stars of `02
• The Stars of `03
• The Stars of `04
• The Stars of `05

What To Do With What's New, 2004

2005 Mildred Laughlin Festival

• This Year's Featured Speakers
• Agenda
• Registration and Luncheon Form
• Mildred Laughlin Festival Speakers Past and Present

Publications

Contact Information :

Email: klatrobe@ou.edu
Phone: (405) 325-3921
Fax: (405) 325-7648