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Department of Education and Special Education
- Graduate Degree
School Library Media
This Web site includes information
about the graduate program in school
library media. This program is
designed for individuals who hold a
valid Virginia Collegiate Professional
License or the equivalent from another
state and who want to earn a Master of
Science in Education with a
concentration in School Library Media.
Coursework prepares individuals to meet the varied
roles required of a school library media specialist in the 21st
century—the roles of information specialist, instructional partner,
teacher, and program administrator. The concept of the library media
specialist as a catalyst for academic achievement is emphasized, as is
the importance of helping our preK-12 students become information
literate, independent, lifelong learners. Collaboration, leadership, and
technology are themes which run throughout the program.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
EDUC 502 Research Design (3)
EDSL 503 Media Selection and Evaluation (3)
EDSL 520 Library Resources for Children (3)
EDSL 530 Library Resources for Young Adults (3)
EDSL 548 Production of Media for Instruction (3)
EDSL 560 Informational Sources and Services (3)
EDSL 561 Technology Applications (3)
EDSL 580 Technical Processing of Materials (3)
EDSL 660 Collaborative Instructional Processes (3)
EDSL 670 Administration of School Library Media Centers (3)
EDSL 690 Clinical Experience in Library Media Services (3)
EDUC 699 Comprehensive Examination (0)
ELECTIVE COURSE (3)
Select one course from the following:
EDUC 521 Human Growth and Development (3)
EDSL 595 Special Topics (3)
EDSL 610 Marketing, Public Relations, and
Promotion (3)
TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED 36 |
