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description of all PSU Graduate School of Education Library Media programsTRANSCRIPT
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Library Media programs
Do you have a teaching license and want to become a school librarian?
Our Library Media endorsement program is a 29-credit
endorsement program that prepares you to be a licensed
school librarian. Courses in this program can lead to a
master’s degree in Educational Media.
Are you interested in being a school librarian but don’t have a teaching license?
Our Initial K–12 Teaching License is one path to becoming
a licensed K–12 school librarian. Courses in this program can
lead to a master’s degree in Educational Media.
Do you have a Library Media endorsement and want to earn your master’s degree?
Our MA/MS program in Educational Media combines
advanced courses with electives and practical experience.
Are you interested in learning more about children’s and young adult literature?
Our graduate certificate in Children’s and Young
Adult Literature broadens students’ understanding of
contemporary literature, authors, illustrators, and genres for
integration into K–12 school curricula and public libraries.
Highlights of the programsThe Portland State University Library Media programs are:
• Able to be lexible and able to accommodate students with busy schedules
• Offered primarily online with periodic on-campus meetings
• Designed to encourage collegial relationships with other students
• Focused on collaboration and a great way to build your professional network
• Able to provide professional development for public as well as school librarians
• Focused on the practical application of technology, admin-istration, and research
Program admission requirementsFormal admission to both PSU and the Library Media program is required for participation in all Library Media programs.
To be considered for admission, candidates must have:
• A BA or BS degree from an accredited institution
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher
• A current teaching license (endorsement and master’s program candidates)
• Passing scores in a basic skills test (initial licensure candidates only)
• A completed meeting with a Library Media program adviser for a program of study discussion
• Completed any prerequisite coursework
All admission instructions and deadlines for submission are available online at www.ceed.pdx.edu/lib_media.
For more informationFor endorsement and/or master’s information, contact Ruth Murray, 503-725-9860 or [email protected].
For initial license and graduate certificate information, contact David Bullock, 503-725-3156 or [email protected].
For general program information, contact Elizabeth Snyder, 503-725-9786 or [email protected].
Scholarship informationScholarships for current or potential Portland Public School employees
The Helen Farrens Library Media Scholarship is awarded to students in the Library Media program who are:
• Current PPS teachers obtaining a library media endorsement
• Current PPS library media aides working toward a library media endorsement or license
• Students who intend to work in PPS upon graduation
The scholarship committee gives preference to applicants with financial need, previous teaching experience, and who are currently employed by Portland Public Schools.
For further information on this and other scholarship opportunities, please visit www.ceed.pdx.edu/lib_media/scholarship.php.
For information on financial aid from Portland State University, please visit www.pdx.edu/finaid.
2010–12
Library Media Programs• Endorsement
• Initial K–12 Teaching License in Library Media
• Master’s Degree
• Graduate Certificate in Children’s and Young Adult Literature
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2010
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GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Continuing Education
PSU
is a
n af
firm
ativ
e ac
tion/
equa
l opp
ortu
nity
inst
itutio
n.Pr
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per.
PO B
ox 7
51
Port
land
OR
9720
7-07
51
GR
AD
UA
TE
SC
HO
OL
OF
ED
UC
AT
ION
Con
tinui
ng E
duca
tion
Library Media programs
Do you have a teaching license and want to become a school librarian?
Our Library Media endorsement program is a 29-credit
endorsement program that prepares you to be a licensed
school librarian. Courses in this program can lead to a
master’s degree in Educational Media.
Are you interested in being a school librarian but don’t have a teaching license?
Our Initial K–12 Teaching License is one path to becoming
a licensed K–12 school librarian. Courses in this program can
lead to a master’s degree in Educational Media.
Do you have a Library Media endorsement and want to earn your master’s degree?
Our MA/MS program in Educational Media combines
advanced courses with electives and practical experience.
Are you interested in learning more about children’s and young adult literature?
Our graduate certificate in Children’s and Young
Adult Literature broadens students’ understanding of
contemporary literature, authors, illustrators, and genres for
integration into K–12 school curricula and public libraries.
Highlights of the programsThe Portland State University Library Media programs are:
• Able to be lexible and able to accommodate students with busy schedules
• Offered primarily online with periodic on-campus meetings
• Designed to encourage collegial relationships with other students
• Focused on collaboration and a great way to build your professional network
• Able to provide professional development for public as well as school librarians
• Focused on the practical application of technology, admin-istration, and research
Program admission requirementsFormal admission to both PSU and the Library Media program is required for participation in all Library Media programs.
To be considered for admission, candidates must have:
• A BA or BS degree from an accredited institution
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher
• A current teaching license (endorsement and master’s program candidates)
• Passing scores in a basic skills test (initial licensure candidates only)
• A completed meeting with a Library Media program adviser for a program of study discussion
• Completed any prerequisite coursework
All admission instructions and deadlines for submission are available online at www.ceed.pdx.edu/lib_media.
For more informationFor endorsement and/or master’s information, contact Ruth Murray, 503-725-9860 or [email protected].
For initial license and graduate certificate information, contact David Bullock, 503-725-3156 or [email protected].
For general program information, contact Elizabeth Snyder, 503-725-9786 or [email protected].
Scholarship informationScholarships for current or potential Portland Public School employees
The Helen Farrens Library Media Scholarship is awarded to students in the Library Media program who are:
• Current PPS teachers obtaining a library media endorsement
• Current PPS library media aides working toward a library media endorsement or license
• Students who intend to work in PPS upon graduation
The scholarship committee gives preference to applicants with financial need, previous teaching experience, and who are currently employed by Portland Public Schools.
For further information on this and other scholarship opportunities, please visit www.ceed.pdx.edu/lib_media/scholarship.php.
For information on financial aid from Portland State University, please visit www.pdx.edu/finaid.
2010–12
Library Media Programs• Endorsement
• Initial K–12 Teaching License in Library Media
• Master’s Degree
• Graduate Certificate in Children’s and Young Adult Literature
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Library Media endorsement programwww.ceed.pdx.edu/lib_media/endorsement
• Successful completion of this program and passing the required subject area exam lead to recommendation to the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC)
• You may earn a master’s degree for an additional 16 credits
• This program is offered primarily online with periodic on-campus meetings
• Accommodations can be made for students with special circumstances
• Students must hold a current teaching license in order to add the endorsement
• Students must contact a Library Media adviser to plan a program of study
course credits
PREREQUISITES
ci432Computer Applications for the Classroom 3
LiB428/528Children’s Literature 3
or
LiB429/529 Young Adult Literature 3
REQUIRED COURSES
LiB530Literature Promotion Programs K–12 3
LiB534 Administration of the School Library Media Center 3
LiB536Design and Production of Instructional Media 3
LiB541Reference and Information Systems and Services 4
LiB542Collection Development and Evaluation 3
LiB547Library Media Instructional Programs K–12 3
LiB548Organization of Library Media Collections 4
LiB509Initial Practicum: Elementary, Middle, or High School 3
LiB561,562,or563 Advanced Practicum: Elementary, Middle, or High School 3
Initial K–12 teaching license www.ceed.pdx.edu/lib_media/initial
• Includes instruction in library media and classroom teaching
• Prepares students to be a K–12 school librarian only, not a classroom teacher
• Students may put this coursework toward the MA/MS in Library Media
• Ask your adviser about equivalent courses from other universities and colleges
• Applicants must have passing scores on either the CBEST (California Basic Educational Skills Test) or PPST (Pre-Professional Skills Test)
• Students must contact a Library Media adviser to plan a program of study
course credits
PREREQUISITES
PsY311 Human Development 4
ci432 Computer Applications for the Classroom 3
LiB428 Children’s Literature 3
LiB429 Young Adult Literature 3
sPed418 Survey of Exceptional Learners 3
REQUIRED COURSES
ci511 Classroom Management: Elementary 3
ci512 Teaching and Learning: Elementary 3
ci513 Instruction and Technology: Secondary 5
ci514 Multicultural and Urban Education: Elementary 3
ci516 Integrated Methods I: Reading and Language Arts/Elementary 3
LiB530 Literature Promotion Programs K–12 3
LiB534 Administration of the School Library Media Center 3
LiB536 Design and Production of Instructional Media 3
LiB541 Reference and Information Systems and Services 4
LiB542 Collection Development and Evaluation 3
LiB547 Library Media Instructional Programs K–12 3
LiB548 Organization of Library Media Collections 4
LiB554 Student Teaching I: Elementary or Secondary 6
LiB555 Student Teaching II: Elementary or Secondary 15
ci521 Reading and Comprehension in Content Areas 3
or
reAd530 Reading and Composition in Content Areas 4–12 3
Library Media master’s degree program www.ceed.pdx.edu/lib_media/masters
• Students enrolled in either the PSU Library Media endorsement or Initial K–12 License programs can earn a master’s degree with some additional coursework
• This program is offered partially online
• Students will take a master’s exam as the final step to complete their degree
• Students who already have an endorsement from another university may transfer up to 15 graduate credits
• Students must meet with a Library Media adviser to plan a program of study
course credits
ADDITIONAL COURSES
LiB573 Advanced Methods and Procedures in School Library Media Centers 3
LiB574 Research Strategies for Library Media Specialists 3
LiB575 Directed Field Experience 3
LiB576 Planning and Evaluation of Library Media Programs 3
4 CREDITS fROM ThESE POSSIbLE ELECTIvES (approved by adviser)
LiB532 Multicultural Literature K–12 3
LiB533 Global Literature 3
LiB587 Video Production 3
LiB588 Computers and Advanced Technology in the Library Media Center 3
LiB592 Contemporary Children’s and Young Adult Literature 3
LiB508 Poetry and Picture Books for Global Compassion 3
LiB508 Children’s Book Conference 3
LiB508 Children’s Literature in Film and Video 1
LiB508 Picture Books and Information Literacy 1
LiB508 Special Learners in Library Media Centers 1
LiB508 Multicultural Storytelling 1
LiB508 Literature for At-Risk Students 1
LiB508 Information Literacy and Online Searching 1
LiB508 Book Repair 1
LiB508 Web 2.0 in the Classroom and School Library: Blogs, Wikis, and More 1
LiB508Podcasting Possibilities 1
LiB508Managing the Tech-Savvy Classroom and Media Center 1
Graduate certificate in children’s and young adult literature www.ceed.pdx.edu/lib_media/certificate
• This 16-credit program has five required courses, plus electives
• This program is designed for anyone interested in children’s or young adult literature, including educators and public librarians
• Courses completed for this certificate may be applied toward graduate degrees at PSU—consult with your adviser before beginning the program
• These courses are offered primarily online
• Students must meet with a Library Media adviser to plan a program of study
course credits
PREREQUISITE
LiB428/528 Children’s Literature 3
REQUIRED COURSES
LiB529 Young Adult Literature 3
LiB532 Multicultural Literature K–12 3
LiB503,506,or509 Final Project/Practicum 3
ChOOSE ONE
LiB533 Global Literature 3
LiB592 Contemporary Children’s and Young Adult Literature 3
POSSIbLE ELECTIvES (approved by adviser)
LiB508 Literature for At-Risk Students 1
LiB508 Children’s Literature in Film and Video 1
LiB508 Multicultural Storytelling 1
LiB508 Picture Books and Information Literacy 1
LiB508 Special Learners in Library Media Centers 1
LiB508 Children’s Book Conference 3
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2010
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GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Continuing Education
PSU
is a
n af
firm
ativ
e ac
tion/
equa
l opp
ortu
nity
inst
itutio
n.Pr
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d on
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per.
PO B
ox 7
51
Port
land
OR
9720
7-07
51
GR
AD
UA
TE
SC
HO
OL
OF
ED
UC
AT
ION
Con
tinui
ng E
duca
tion
Library Media programs
Do you have a teaching license and want to become a school librarian?
Our Library Media endorsement program is a 29-credit
endorsement program that prepares you to be a licensed
school librarian. Courses in this program can lead to a
master’s degree in Educational Media.
Are you interested in being a school librarian but don’t have a teaching license?
Our Initial K–12 Teaching License is one path to becoming
a licensed K–12 school librarian. Courses in this program can
lead to a master’s degree in Educational Media.
Do you have a Library Media endorsement and want to earn your master’s degree?
Our MA/MS program in Educational Media combines
advanced courses with electives and practical experience.
Are you interested in learning more about children’s and young adult literature?
Our graduate certificate in Children’s and Young
Adult Literature broadens students’ understanding of
contemporary literature, authors, illustrators, and genres for
integration into K–12 school curricula and public libraries.
Highlights of the programsThe Portland State University Library Media programs are:
• Able to be lexible and able to accommodate students with busy schedules
• Offered primarily online with periodic on-campus meetings
• Designed to encourage collegial relationships with other students
• Focused on collaboration and a great way to build your professional network
• Able to provide professional development for public as well as school librarians
• Focused on the practical application of technology, admin-istration, and research
Program admission requirementsFormal admission to both PSU and the Library Media program is required for participation in all Library Media programs.
To be considered for admission, candidates must have:
• A BA or BS degree from an accredited institution
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher
• A current teaching license (endorsement and master’s program candidates)
• Passing scores in a basic skills test (initial licensure candidates only)
• A completed meeting with a Library Media program adviser for a program of study discussion
• Completed any prerequisite coursework
All admission instructions and deadlines for submission are available online at www.ceed.pdx.edu/lib_media.
For more informationFor endorsement and/or master’s information, contact Ruth Murray, 503-725-9860 or [email protected].
For initial license and graduate certificate information, contact David Bullock, 503-725-3156 or [email protected].
For general program information, contact Elizabeth Snyder, 503-725-9786 or [email protected].
Scholarship informationScholarships for current or potential Portland Public School employees
The Helen Farrens Library Media Scholarship is awarded to students in the Library Media program who are:
• Current PPS teachers obtaining a library media endorsement
• Current PPS library media aides working toward a library media endorsement or license
• Students who intend to work in PPS upon graduation
The scholarship committee gives preference to applicants with financial need, previous teaching experience, and who are currently employed by Portland Public Schools.
For further information on this and other scholarship opportunities, please visit www.ceed.pdx.edu/lib_media/scholarship.php.
For information on financial aid from Portland State University, please visit www.pdx.edu/finaid.
2010–12
Library Media Programs• Endorsement
• Initial K–12 Teaching License in Library Media
• Master’s Degree
• Graduate Certificate in Children’s and Young Adult Literature
>>
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ww
.cee
d.p
dx.
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/lib
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