Graduate Courses in Library Science (EDLI)

EDLI 200 - Contemporary Issues

Designed so that its content and structure may accommodate special issues not especially appropriate within the boundaries of an existing course. Prerequisites: Twelve hours in education and related areas.

Credits: 1 to 6

EDLI 272 - Manage Schl Library Media Ctrs

Overview of administrative issues, including development of policies and procedures, budget preparation, personnel administration, and public relations. Focus on information technology and literacy. Prerequisite: Twelve hours in education and related areas, or permission.

Credits: 3

EDLI 273 - Organizing Schl Libr Media Ctr

Introduction to cataloging of print and non-print materials, Dewey Decimal Classification, application of microcomputers to catalog and circulation services. Prerequisite: EDLI 272 or equivalent.

Credits: 3

EDLI 274 - Design Instr Sch Lbr Media Ctr

Designing library instruction for integration with curricula and collaborating to create effective lessons. Issues surrounding active learning, critical thinking, learning styles, and assessment are examined. Prerequisite: EDLI 272 or equivalent.

Credits: 3

EDLI 275 - Dev Sch Libr Media Ctr Collect

Evaluating and selecting books, periodicals, audiovisuals, software, and other materials for full range of student ages and ability levels. Maintaining collection, weeding, using interlibrary loan, and dealing with censorship. Prerequisite: EDLI 272 or equivalent.

Credits: 3

EDLI 276 - Information Sources & Services

Helping students and teachers find information using print, online, CD-ROM and other resources. Developing interview skills and selecting materials for elementary and secondary core collections. Prerequisite: EDLI 272 or equivalent.

Credits: 3

EDLI 277 - Info Tech Schl Libr Media Ctrs

Selecting, using, and maintaining full range of media equipment, including audiovisual and computer based systems. Designing and improving presentation facilities for media. Prerequisites: EDLI 272 or equivalent.

Credits: 3

EDLI 295 - Lab Experience in Educ

Supervised field work designed to give students experience in specialized areas for their professional development. Prerequisite: Permission of the Coordinator of Professional Laboratory Experiences.

Credits: 1 to 6