Introducing ASI’s New Training Course
Principles of Indexing: From Theory to Practice
We are excited to introduce you to ASI’s newly created training course, Principles of Indexing: From Theory to Practice. This new course has been rigorously developed by a team of professional indexers over a period of years with the intent of preparing indexers through a modern and engaging learning experience. Principles of Indexing blends foundational instruction, hands-on practice, and interaction with instructors who have real-world indexing experience.
Student-Instructor Engagement
Principles of Indexing places a strong emphasis on meaningful student-instructor engagement. Instructors provide individualized feedback on quizzes, exams, and indexes, ensuring that students receive guidance tailored to their progress. Students also have direct access to instructors for questions and support, with monthly office hours offering additional opportunities for interaction and discussion. Meet our instructors here.
Digital Learning Environment
Principles of Indexing is a self-paced course delivered through Moodle, a robust online learning platform designed to support interactive and collaborative learning. The digital format allows students to progress at their own pace, build digital literacy skills, and engage with content presented in a variety of formats. Students also benefit from networking opportunities through an online forum, fostering connection and community throughout the course.
Modern Indexing Theory
The indexing landscape is evolving rapidly, with advances in software and methodology. Principles of Indexing ensures that students complete the course with up-to-date knowledge of current indexing practices, including embedded indexing. Learners receive instruction in alternatives to back-of-the book indexing, reinforced through practical assignments that build understanding and confidence. In addition, the course’s digital format allows content to be updated easily and regularly, ensuring continued relevance to the industry.
Principles of Indexing: From Theory to Practice
- Module 1: Introduction to Indexing is available for registration now.
- Module 2: The Indexing Process is available for registration now.
- Module 3: Exploring Index Structure is scheduled to be released in April.
- Module 4: Special Topics in Indexing & Business of Indexing is scheduled to be released in June.
For a course outline, visit this page. For more information, visit our FAQ page.
ASI’s new indexing course is designed to give students a clear advantage as they enter the profession. Through an online learning environment, meaningful instructor interaction, and a modern, flexible curriculum, learners gain personalized feedback, valuable professional connections, and training grounded in current indexing practice—all at a pace set by the student. The result is confident, highly skilled indexers prepared to meet today’s industry standards.