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Academics / Course Descriptions (Individual Options 2900 - 2999)  
   
   
 

 


*LIS 2901 - INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH 1 (1-3 credits)

Research on a topic selected by the student and carried out with scheduled reports to a faculty member. Reports of the research may take various forms as determined in advance by the student and faculty member. Faculty member's agreement to sponsor required. A maximum of three credits may be earned under this course number. (Letter grade only)

*LIS 2902 - INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH 2 (1-3 credits)

Research on a topic selected by the student and carried out with scheduled reports to a faculty member. Reports of the research may take various forms as determined in advance by the student and faculty member. Faculty member's agreement to sponsor required. A maximum of three credits may be earned under this course number. (Letter grade only)

*LIS 2921 - FIELD EXPERIENCE

Supervised work in a library, archive or other information service environment that provides a frame of reference for understanding and an opportunity to apply the skills, methodologies, and theories presented in other courses.  Agreement of faculty sponsor and field work supervisor required.  (Prerequisites: Students must have completed a minimum of twelve credit hours in good academic standing) (S/N grade only)

*LIS 2922 - PRACTICUM IN SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA PROGRAMS

Experience in a school library media center, under the supervision of a cooperating teacher librarian: working collaboratively with teachers, teaching information literacy skills, providing services to students and teachers, and managing resources. Weekly seminars, individual coaching sessions and other on-line written requirements focus on best practices, case studies and analysis.  Professional assessment; completion of SLCP Portfolio of Demonstrated Competencies and professional portfolio.  Students in the Intern Option must register for nine credits.  (Prerequisite: LIS 2774) (S/N grade only).

*LIS 2923 - PRACTICUM IN SCHOOL DISTRICT LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER PROGRAMS

Coordinated experience in various aspects of managing district- or regional-level school library media programs, including collections, professional libraries, production centers, central processing centers, and personnel. (Prerequisite: LIS 2775) (S/N Grade Only)

*LIS 2960 - CONTINUING EDUCATION

Courses designed for the practitioner in a continuing education format. A MAXIMUM OF FOUR CREDITS MAY BE APPLIED TOWARD THE MLIS DEGREE. (S/N Grade Only)

*LIS 2963 - UPDATE FOR SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALISTS

Update of knowledge and skills needed by school library media specialists. Various topics. (S/N Grade Only)

*LIS 2970 - SPECIAL TOPICS

*LIS 2990 - COLLOQUIUM (no credit)

Guest speakers from the information professions present information on current topics and trends, providing students additional stimulus for professional growth.

 
 
   

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