NSU School Library Media
and Information Technology Course Description LIBM 5023 Advanced Materials for Children
Examines resources and
services for children in terms of their needs, interests, and abilities.
Focus is on evaluation and selection, and the use of multi-media materials in
school media centers and classrooms.
LIBM 5123 Advanced Administration for Library Media Center
Provides an in-depth examination of the management and administration of the
school library media center. Course covers the basics of organizational
structure, planning, budget management, human resources issues and skills, and
examines the role of the school library media center in the learning community.
LIBM 5313 Advanced Materials for Young Adults
Surveys literature,
periodicals, video, and other formats of interest to support the middle
school/high school curriculum. Presents the necessary techniques for creating
meaningful literature experiences and suggests methods to foster lifelong
reading habits.
LIBM 5413 Acquisitions and Organization of Library Materials
Examines basic principles and procedures for obtaining and adding access to
various types of materials i Course Description n
a school library media center. Topics include acquisitions, cataloging and
classification, circulation, online systems and collection maintenance.
LIBM 5513 Information, Resources and Services
Explores various
resources and methods for locating information. Course also includes the
evaluation of individual reference sources and the collection as a whole with
regard to reference service and research.
LIBM 5610 Library Media Workshop (Author/Illustrator series)
Provides opportunities for students to broaden their understanding of the
writing process and foster an appreciation for literature as they listen to
various authors and read the author’s works. A written reflection demonstrates
how the author’s works support the curriculum.
LIBM 5901/5902 Practicum
Explores the role of the school library
media program in the learning community. Emphasis is on completing the
professional portfolio as a way of demonstrating the state competencies and
preparing for the certification test given by the state. Other requirements
include reading and discussing professional literature, as well as observation
in a library with a certified school library media specialist. Library
setting is based on the candidate’s professional goals and past experience.
Masters candidates complete a project specific to their needs and interests.