Document indexing models Field of study: Scientific Information and Library Science
Programme code: W1-S1BN19.2.2025

Module name: Document indexing models
Module code: W1-BN-S1-OPMID05
Programme code: W1-S1BN19.2.2025
Semester: winter semester 2027/2028
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the module is to provide knowledge in the field of information organization and document indexing techniques. To familiarize students with classical and modern indexing methods. To teach students how to design and evaluate indexing systems and to provide practical skills in using tools for indexing and searching for information. Students will learn about different document indexing models. During the course, students will prepare subject descriptions of documents in different indexing languages.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student can analyze content, create correct descriptors in line with the chosen language’s rules, and apply both controlled and semi-controlled vocabularies in various information systems. [OPMID05_4]
 K_U03 [5/5]
Student is open to new solutions in information and document indexing and understands the need for their ongoing development in response to evolving technologies and user needs. The student can identify challenges related to content representation and recognize the importance of collaboration with information professionals and institutions, as well as participation in projects aimed at improving access to information using open data, AI tools, and semantic web technologies. [OPMID05_5]
 K_K02 [2/5]
Student has advanced knowledge of internationally recognized subject heading languages, including their structure, principles of construction, and application in the organization and retrieval of information. He understands their function in the standardization of document description, the interoperability of information systems, and the significance of linguistic, cultural, and contextual factors in multilingual environments. [OPMID05​_1]
 K_W02 [4/5]
Student knows the structure and functions of selected information retrieval languages (including thesauri, subject heading lists, and classification systems) and understands their use in indexing and information retrieval. The student is familiar with current developments in collection processing, including the role of semantic technologies, linked data, faceted classification, and entity-relationship-based models such as IFLA LRM and RDA. [OPMID05​_2]
 K_W05 [4/5]
Student is able to independently prepare search descriptions of documents, selecting appropriate subject access languages (e.g. subject heading lists, thesauri, classification systems, faceted systems) according to the type of document and user needs. [OPMID05​_3]
 K_U04 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [OPMID05_fs_1] 30 Activating method – flipped classroom [b09] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work OPMID05_4 OPMID05_5 OPMID05​_1 OPMID05​_2 OPMID05​_3
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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