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Department of Education : Library Media Endorsement


Library Media Endorsement (LME)

We will begin accepting new applicants to our 2010 summer program in early 2010. Space is limited, so we encourage all prospective students for our Summer 2010 program to complete and submit the reservation form as soon as it is available. Below is the 2009 Application Instructions and Reservation Form document. This form will be updated and available in early 2010:

2009 Library Media Application Instruction and Reservation Form document (Click to download)

Information about our 2010 LME program including costs and housing options are conveniently located in our downloadable 2010 brochure:

2010 Library Media Endorsement Brochure (Revised 09/30/09) (Click to download)

All courses needed to complete the requirements to qualify for a Library Media endorsement to the teaching certificate will be offered summer quarters. Individuals completing this 27-credit program will have met the minimum initial level of preparation necessary to direct a learning resources (library media) center in a K-12 school.


Tentative Summer 2009 Schedule (NOTE: This schedule has changed. Please refer to the updated and final summer 2009 schedule in the brochure above).

FIRST SUMMER STUDENTS
Students beginning their endorsement program must complete these four classes (all course registrations are by permission only):

July 6-17, 2009

EDCS 536

Selecting Literature for Children and Young Adults (3)
MTWRF 9:00AM-NOON

The nature of literature for children and young adults, how to develop a literature collection, and how to promote it.

EDCS 514

Media Development (3)
MTWRF 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

Introduction to design and production of various instructional materials from manual to more complex computer techniques.

JULY 20-July 31, 2009

EDCS 526

Instructional Methods for Library Media (3)
MTWRF 9:00 AM-NOON

Instructional methods used by library media specialists in their work, e.g., independent learning skills, literacy appreciation, visual literacy, reading motivation, creative drama, puppetry, storytelling, authoring software, presentation skills, etc.

EDCS 548

Collection Development/Library Media (3)
MTWRF 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

Principles of developing a school learning resources collection, including both print and nonprint materials. Topics to be included are development of a materials selection policy, intellectual freedom issues, selection tools, and appropriate tools and strategies in the selection process.


NOTE: Between the first and second summers, all first summer students are expected to complete a 3-credit 90-hour practicum. This course is listed as EDCS 599, Seminar and will be listed on your first summer schedule.


SECOND SUMMER STUDENTS

Students who have completed the first four initial classes must complete these four classes (all course registrations are by permission only):

July 6-17, 2009

EDCS 516

Advanced Media Utilization (3)
MTWRF 9:00 AM-NOON

Explores recent research, experimental programs and new developments in the utilization of media. Students will gain hands-on experience in using technology for library media.

EDCS 568

Information Storage and Retrieval (3)
MTWRF 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

Reference tools, information sources, and the use of the Internet and other databases for the retrieval of information on all forms of media will be explored as well as the principles of storing and circulating materials, including computerized circulation systems.

JULY 20-July 31, 2009

EDCS 558

Cataloging and Classification for Library Media (3)
MTWRF 9:00 AM-NOON

Principles and techniques of cataloging, classifying, and assigning subject headings to books and other media; including automation sources and requirements with an emphasis on the preparation of the MARC record.

EDCS 578

Administration of Media / Technology Programs (3)
MTWRF 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

Develop skills and expertise needed to manage media/technology programs, including managing budgets and personnel; evaluating, writing specifications for, and ordering software and equipment.

Contact Information

Department of Education
400 E. University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7409
(509)963-1676
email: lindvigl@cwu.edu
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