Teaching and Learning M.Ed. - Library-Media Services

Master of Education - Teaching and Learning; Library-Media Services Concentration

Degree Specific Credits: 39

Required Cumulative GPA: 3.0

All requirements for the degree must be completed within six years, including successful completion of a departmental comprehensive examination.
The Teacher Librarian program is aligned with American Association of School Librarians (AASL) standards for the K-12 library media endorsement.
The LIBM credits are offered online and provide exploration of the diverse skills necessary for successful administration and management of a school library, for supporting district curriculum, teaching information literacy and engaging young readers in the rich universe of literature.
The capstone of the program is a two-credit practicum experience in a school or public library setting in the student’s vicinity, supervised by a working librarian.
Courses are taught by faculty with extensive experience and knowledge of the various roles of Teacher Librarians.

Course List
Code	Title	Hours
Core Courses
Complete one of the following foundation of education courses:		3
EDU 502	Philosophy of Education
EDU 504	History of American Education
EDU 510	Developmental & Learning Sciences
Complete all of the following courses:
EDU 501	Curriculum Design, Implementation, & Evaluation	3
EDU 514	Education Across Cultures	3
EDU 515	Computer/Technological Application in Education	3
EDU 518	Inclusion and Collaboration	3
EDU 520	Educational Research	3
Directed Courses
Complete all of the following courses:
LIBM 461	Information Literacy	3
LIBM 462	Youth Literature for Librarians	3
LIBM 464	Reference Resources	3
LIBM 466	Libraries & Technology	3
LIBM 467	Collection Development & Cataloging	4
LIBM 468	Administration & Assessment of Library Programs	3
LIBM 495	Practicum	2
Total Hours		39

Minimum Required Grade: C