2026-2027 Academic Catalog

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School Library Program (SCHL)

SCHL 5030 -  Cultivating Learning Skills in Library Leadership  (3 Credits)  
In an increasingly shifting world and work force, both our student and adults will need to demonstrate learning skills to thrive in K-12 and post-secondary world. Teacher-librarians are guides for students and staff in ALL learning skills. Collaboration, innovative thinking, critical thinking and are areas of library leadership covered. Cross-listed with SCHL 4030.
Grading Basis: Letter Grade
SCHL 5160 -  Managing School Libraries  (3 Credits)  
Case studies in the organization and administration of school library and instructional leadership of programs and projects. Topics include project management, personnel administration, budget development, management strategies, copyright and intellectual freedom. Cross-listed with SCHL 4160.
Grading Basis: Letter Grade
SCHL 5200 -  Promoting Literature in Schools  (3 Credits)  
Approaches the school library as a resource to promote literacy and development in children and young adults. Topics include genres of literature, methods for advising students towards appropriate reading and media resources, and the promotion of multiple literacies - information, new media, and transliteracy.
Grading Basis: Letter Grade
SCHL 5913 -  School Library Field Experience  (3 Credits)  
Field experiences in selected K-12 school libraries that meet a high professional standard. The course serves as a capstone experience for endorsement and master's degree plans and helps induct students into the School Library profession by bridging theory and practice.
Grading Basis: Letter Grade with IP