About the Program
Recent changes in California public education, such as the 1998 California Public School Library Act, focus on literacy, multiculturalism, and technology. Interest in school library media centers has resurfaced along with the need for qualified librarian services teachers who will organize information, support school curriculum, help develop literacy programs, and assist in technology management. Consequently, there is a high demand for librarians throughout the state.
Degree Uses
The Teacher Librarian Services Credential authorizes the holder to instruct pupils in the choice and use of library materials, plan and coordinate school library programs with the instructional programs of a school district, select materials for school and district libraries, coordinate or supervise library programs at the school district or county level, plan and conduct a course of instruction for those pupils who assist in the operation of school libraries, supervise classified personnel assigned to the school library duties, and develop procedures for and management of the school and district libraries.
About Our Students
The student body in this program is about 65 percent female, 35 percent male. Most are older students who work while they attend school. The racial representation includes Caucasian, African American, Latino, and Asian students. Most, but not all, who attend APU describe themselves as Christians.
