Coursework
- Course Requirements
- Computer Requirements
- Software Requirements
- Additional Requirements
- Frequently Asked Questions
Course Requirements
| LIB 500 | School Library Media Center Management | 3 |
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| LIB 505 | Selection, Evaluation, and Management of Learning Resources | 3 |
| LIB 510 | Learning Resources for Elementary Schools | 3 |
| LIB 515 | Learning Resources for Secondary Schools | 3 |
| LIB 520 | Organization and Cataloging of Learning Materials/Resources | 3 |
| LIB 525 | Information Retrieval and Reference Services | 3 |
| LIB 530 | School Library - Classroom Partnerships | 3 |
| LIB 535 | Library Media Technologies | 3 |
| LIB 540 | Current Topics in School Media Centers | 3 |
| LIB 550 | Field Experiences for the Teacher Librarian/Capstone | 3 |
| Other education electives as approved by the program director or approved transfer units | 3-6 units | |
| Total | 30 units | |
*Students must complete six LIB courses prior to taking
LIB 550 . |
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Computer Requirements
- A Mac or PC desktop or laptop computer that meets the minimum requirements (Contact the program director for specifications.)
- Printer
- Internet Service Provider
- Email account
Other equipment, such as a digital camera, Web cam, and CD burner may be needed with certain courses and student-selected projects.
Software Requirements
- Current operating systems (Mac: OS X; PC: Windows XP)
- Latest version of Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator
- The following software packages:
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Design Suite
- Macromedia Studio MX
Additional Requirements
- Students may not enroll in more than seven units per nine-week term.
- Students must sign up for TaskStream.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often are courses offered?
Classes are offered five times per year.
How many terms per year?
There are five terms: Fall I, Fall II, Spring I, Spring II, and Summer.
How long are the terms?
Each term is nine weeks long.
How many courses should I take during each term?
Students typically enroll in one or two each term.
How long does it take to complete the program?
The coursework can be completed in 15 months, depending on how many
courses a student takes each term.
What are the prerequisites?
To enroll in the LIB Credential Program, the student must hold a teaching credential.
Note: All stated academic information is subject to change. Please refer to the current Graduate Catalog for the most current and controlling information.
