Library Media Specialist
General
Program Title
Library Media Specialist
Degree Designation
MS
Award Type
Masters
Program Level
Graduate
Instruction Mode
Online Exclusive - Synchronous
Program Description
The Library Media graduate program will support you as you seek licensure as a school library media specialist, especially if your goal is to work in a public or private school. You will study library and media management, applications of technology for teaching and learning, and instructional development and media productions.
You will build beyond the basic skills and competencies required for teacher licensure to develop leadership skills and an understanding of current and developing technology to effectively meet today's increasing educational demands. You'll gain the skills necessary to develop a library media program by applying theories and practices to the selection and evaluation of materials, reading, listening and viewing guidance, and current technologies.
This program is available online.
You will build beyond the basic skills and competencies required for teacher licensure to develop leadership skills and an understanding of current and developing technology to effectively meet today's increasing educational demands. You'll gain the skills necessary to develop a library media program by applying theories and practices to the selection and evaluation of materials, reading, listening and viewing guidance, and current technologies.
This program is available online.
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Education and Learning Design
Status
Active
Admission Requirements
What previous degree and/or experience is required prior to admission to this program?
Bachelors Degree
Minimum undergraduate GPA for admission
2.75
Required GPA for graduation
3
Minimum Course Grade
B- (2.67)
Minimum Course Grade Applies To
All courses in this program
Requirements
Program Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Develop an information media program that reflects the vision, mission, and goals of the school.
Outcome
Develop and implement an information media program that is an integral part of the total curriculum.
Outcome
Develop and implement information media program policies and procedures consistent with principles of professional practice and appropriate to the mission and goals of the school and district.
Outcome
Initiate and maintain motiving, technology-current and research-based environments that foster the continued professional growth of the learning community.
Outcome
Teach information media with the understanding of pedagogy, students, learning, classroom management, and professional development.
Outcome
Apply and integrate research methods and findings in professional practice.
Degree Maps
Major Code
1751
Program Code
6833