Library Science (LIBS)
LIBS 4040 (s) Special Topics (1-16 credits, max 99)
Credit arranged
LIBS 4100 Libraries and their Collection: Materials Selection (3 credits)
Joint-listed with LIBS 5100
Introduction to library science theory and practice with emphasis on material selection and evaluation. Research project and paper required for graduate credit. Graded Pass/Fail.
LIBS 4130 Computer Applications in Libraries (3 credits)
Theory and practice of current models of library automation, focusing on choosing, evaluating, and implementing technological tools and services for school and public libraries. Typically Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer.
LIBS 4140 Reference and Information Services (3 credits)
Joint-listed with LIBS 5140
Introduction to theory and practice of reference and information services, with emphasis on material selection, evaluation, and evaluation for school and public libraries as well as professional standards and rubrics. Additional work required for graduate credit. Typically Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer.
Prereqs: LIBS 4100
LIBS 4180 Classification and Cataloging (3 credits)
Joint-listed with LIBS 5180
Organization of library materials, principles of cataloging, subject analysis, classification, bibliographic methods, Dewey decimal system. Additional work required for graduate credit. Typically Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer.
Prereqs: LIBS 4100
LIBS 4250 School Library Administration, Leadership, and Management (3 credits)
Joint-listed with LIBS 5250
This course explores the organization of school libraries with an emphasis on effective management and leadership. Research project and paper required for graduate credit. Graded Pass/Fail.
LIBS 4270 Library and Media Center Practicum (3 credits)
Practice experience as a teacher-librarian under professional supervision for the purpose of obtaining an endorsement. Ninety hours of supervised experience per credit. Typically Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer.
Prereqs: 15 credits of Library Science courses, and Department and Site Permission Prereqs or
Coreqs: LIBS 4250
LIBS 4300 Children's Literature for Teacher Librarian (3 credits)
This course will develop students’ basic knowledge and understanding of the field of children’s literature, particularly as it pertains to teacher librarians, with a focus on children ages 2-12. This course will emphasize skills, tools, and insights necessary for effective professional librarianship in the area of services to children. Graded Pass/Fail.
Prereqs: Permission
LIBS 4310 Adolescent Literature for Teacher Librarians (3 credits)
This course will develop students’ knowledge of adolescent literature as it pertains to Teacher Librarians, with a focus on youth grades 6-12. It emphasizes the skills and discernment necessary by the Teacher Librarian to effectively serve adolescents. Evaluation tools for selecting literature and electronic resources will be covered, and issues relating to materials selection and promotion for the secondary school library will be explored. Typically Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer.
Prereqs: LIBS 4130 and LIBS 4140 and LIBS 4180; or Permission
Coreqs: LIBS 4330
LIBS 4330 Information Literacy for the Teacher Librarian (3 credits)
Explores the role of the Teacher Librarian in providing information literacy instruction. Defines information literacy, as well as places it in a national, state and local framework. The research process as it correlates with information literacy and relevant educational theory is covered. Typically Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer. Prereqs or
LIBS 5040 (s) Special Topics (1-16 credits, max 99)
Credit arranged
LIBS 5100 Libraries and their Collection: Materials Selection (3 credits)
Joint-listed with LIBS 4100
Introduction to library science theory and practice with emphasis on material selection and evaluation. Research project and paper required for graduate credit. Graded Pass/Fail.
LIBS 5140 Reference and Information Services (3 credits)
Joint-listed with LIBS 4140
Introduction to theory and practice of reference and information services, with emphasis on material selection, evaluation, and evaluation for school and public libraries as well as professional standards and rubrics. Additional work required for graduate credit. Typically Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer.
LIBS 5180 Classification and Cataloging (3 credits)
Joint-listed with LIBS 4180
Organization of library materials, principles of cataloging, subject analysis, classification, bibliographic methods, Dewey decimal system. Additional work required for graduate credit. Typically Offered: Fall, Spring and Summer.
LIBS 5250 School Library Administration, Leadership, and Management (3 credits)
Joint-listed with LIBS 4250
This course explores the organization of school libraries with an emphasis on effective management and leadership. Research project and paper required for graduate credit. Graded Pass/Fail.