Graduate Library Media
Graduate Library Media
2010 Spring Term
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DEVELOPING LIBRARY/MEDIA SKILLS
LIBMEDIA 640
This course is designed to support development of effective information and technology literacy skills in library users and integration of those skills into the curriculum.
CLASSIFICATION AND CATALOGING
LIBMEDIA 651
Introduction to the organization of information. Study of the principles governing basic methods of descriptive cataloging and intellectual access to print, nonprint and electronic materials and information sources. Emphasis is on the Dewey Decimal Classification, MARC records, electronic tools, Sears subject headings and metadata.
LIBRARY AND MEDIA CENTER ADMINISTRATION
LIBMEDIA 654
Organization and administration of libraries and school media centers. Includes the study of library objectives and theory and practice of acquiring, processing, disseminating, housing, and accessing all types of educational materials. Emphasis is on planning, leadership and the changing roles and responsibilities of the library media professional.
ADMINISTRATION OF EDUCATIONAL MEDIA PROGRAMS
LIBMEDIA 751
This course addresses the competencies needed by those seeking to become district library, media and technology coordinators. Students will consider administrative issues, policies and practices pertinent to operation of effective information, media and technology programs in schools. Theses include such aspects as: the development of a vision that supports the overall objectives of schools; leadership and group dynamics; long-range planning; facilities and services; staff development; fiscal management; the selection, distribution and coordination of resources; and the role of professional organizations and state agencies.
INFORMATION, VIRTUAL LIBRARIES & THE INTERNET
LIBMEDIA 756
Students will address the practical, intellectual and societal issues associated with the change from physical to virtual libraries. They will learn to use equipment, software, and strategies to find, evaluate, organize, provide access to, and disseminate textual, audio, graphical and video information.
WORKSHOP
LIBMEDIA 790
Variable topics. Group activity oriented presentations emphasizing `hands on` and participatory instructional techniques.
SUPERVISED ELEMENTARY LIBRARY PRACTICUM
LIBMEDIA 793E
Supervised field experience in elementary library media center. Prereq: Graduate status, application and review, completion of 9 credits at UW-Whitewater, 3.25 GPA in library media courses taken before entering the library media practicum (not to be used for first-time certification).
SUPERVISED SECONDARY LIBRARY PRACTICUM
LIBMEDIA 793S
Supervised field experience in elementary library media center. Prereq: Graduate status, application and review, completion of 9 credits at UW-Whitewater, 3.25 GPA in library media courses taken before entering the library media practicum (not to be used for the first-time certification).