RLS - Reading and Language, School Library Media

This is an overview course to introduce the nature, development, roles, and fundamental issues in the administration and management of a school library media center. The unique role of facilitation of instructional team partnerships and the integration of information access into the school's curriculum will be a main focus as well as developing a clear understanding of the mission of a library media program and delineation of an ideal school library media program. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the school library media sequence or by permission of the program director 2 semester hours

This course will focus on gaining thorough and practical application of current policies, processes, and procedures for development of high-quality print, non-print, and electronic collections and Internet connections for K-12 school library media centers. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the school library media sequence or by permission of the program director. 2 semester hours

Application of management principles to the functions of the school library media center as they relate to the center's integrated role in the teaching/learning process. Areas addressed will include budget, program design, communication, public relations, curriculum planning and evaluation of media services. Advocacy for school library media programs based on national research of student achievement will be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the school library media sequence or by permission of the program director. 2 semester hours

This course covers school library/media center organization and the development of bibliographic, intellectual, and physical access to materials. Computer-based bibliographic systems, classification systems and coding including policies and authorities, MARC formats, and the practical relationship between organization of information and the school curriculum will be key elements of this course. An introduction to OCLC searching will also be included. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the school library media sequence or by permission of the program director. 2 semester hours

This course is an introduction to instructional strategies for teaching research (and information literacy) skills for children and young adults. Critical thinking, authentic learning, and inquiry-based instruction will be explored with a focus on embedding research across the curriculum. Access, selection, evaluation, and use of print and electronic information resources will be addressed. Teaching acquisition of information research skills that support the general curriculum for all students will be emphasized. Print and electronic resources available in school and local public libraries will be accessed as well as university library resources. Prerequisite(s): None 2 semester hours

Supervised field experience in a school library media center at both the elementary and secondary school levels with experience in unit planning, teaching and managing a school library media center. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the school library media sequence or by permission of the program director. 1-2 semester hours