EDUC 502. Research Design. An examination of methodology in educational research with emphasis on the historical, descriptive, developmental and experimental methods. Designed application and use by teachers, supervisors, administrators, counselors, and librarians. Required within the first nine hours of the programs in which this course is a requirement. 3 credits.

 EDUC 506. Contemporary Social Issues in American Education. This course provides foundation to the scope and nature of education in American society as reflected in the historical, philosophical, and sociological forces affecting the development and organization of schooling. Emphasis is given to contemporary cultural issues impacting teaching and learning in a diverse society. 3 credits. 

 EDUC 521. Human Growth and Development. The principles and processes of human development covering the entire life span. Major aspects of development (social, physical, mental, emotional, etc.) are traced through the various stages of development, and their interaction in organized behavior examined. 3 credits

EDUC 530. Teaching Reading in the Content Area. This course provides the graduate student with an analysis of skills and strategies for facilitating content area reading and writing in intermediate grades, middle school, high school, and with developmental college students. 3 credits. 

EDUC 550. Classroom and Behavior Management for PreK-12 Teachers. Examination of classroom and behavior management techniques and the development of skills necessary to foster a supportive, classroom learning environment congruent with norms and rules. Includes an examination of system problems and solutions within traditional and alternative education settings. Includes a variety of behavioral, cognitive and theoretical approaches that are developmentally appropriate. Designed for practicing regular education teachers or for licensure in PreK-12 classrooms. 3 credits.

EDUC 699. Comprehensive Examination. Course fee. 0 credits.

 EDSL 503. Media Selection and Evaluation. Theory and principles of information acquisition and access to meet factual, educational, cultural and recreational needs. Includes the analysis, selection, evaluation, and management of media material and equipment to build and maintain an information center collection. 3 credits.

 EDSL 520.  Library Resources for Children.  A survey of fiction, poetry, non-fiction and other media appropriate for elementary students.  Practice in oral presentation and listening skills.  Designed to broaden school library media specialists' acquaintance with major children's authors and illustrators, children's book awards, and trends and controversies in children's literature.  3 credits.

 EDSL 530. Library Resources for Young Adults.  Designed for school library media specialists, this course provides an overview of resources available to young adults.  Emphasis will be on reading, discussing, selecting, and evaluating materials in the context of adolescent development and current issues and trends.  3 credits.

 EDSL 548. Production of Media for Instruction. Theory, production, and use of educational technology with laboratory experiences in production of materials, equipment operation, and classroom utilization. 3 credits.

EDSL 560. Informational Sources and Services. The philosophy, policies, and skills necessary for providing information access skills to students, including bibliographic instruction and reference services. 3 credits.

EDSL 561. Technology Applications. Using existing and emerging technologies for instruction, acquisition, and administration in school library media centers, including tools and methodologies for data management and for the integration of technology into the information literacy curriculum. Previous computer experience, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, is required. Prerequisite: EDSL 548 or permission of instructor. 3 credits.
 

EDSL 580. Technical Processing of Materials. The procedures and techniques essential for organizing and providing access to all types of materials in library catalogs. Prerequisite: completion of at least 15 EDSL credit hours or permission of instructor. 3 credits.
 

EDSL 660. Collaborative Instructional Processes. Emphasizes the role of the library media specialist in curriculum and instruction. Focuses on collaborative partnerships between classroom teachers and the school library media specialist in information literacy skills instruction. Includes attention to curriculum design and learning theories to enhance information processing skills. Recommended within the first nine hours. 3 credits.

EDSL 670. Administration of School Library Media Centers. A critical review and study of philosophies, policies, and procedures essential to the administration, organization, management, and assessment of resources, programs, staff, and facilities. Topics include professionalism, ethical issues, professional affiliation, communication skills, leadership, effective public relations, budgeting, and resource sharing. Prerequisites: Completion of at least 18 EDSL credit hours including EDSL 660 or permission of instructor. 3 credits

EDSL689:  Supervised Experience in Library Media Services:  A minimum of 300 clock hours in a school library media center supervised by a faculty advisor (100 each in elementary, middle, and high school settings), including taking an active role in the teaching of classes. Supervisory fee--$300.00 6 credits.  Restricted to candidates enrolled in School Library Media Initial Licensure Program.  Prerequisite:  Permission of instructor.

Total Hours Required - 48