Preparation of research abstracts in education and related fields is included. This course provides an overview of the research methods and philosophy of practitioner self-study. Focuses on the process, services, and criteria for the selection of various material formats. Includes examination of selection tools, problems of copyright, and censorship. Students focus on the study and evaluation of basic reference sources including electronic databases.
Students examine the role of the school library media specialist in the information process.
Introduces the principles and procedures of organizing print and nonprint resources in both manual and automated systems. Provides a survey of literature suitable for school media centers, including exploration of literature reflecting diversity. Assists students in the study and application of the instructional consultant role with teachers. Focuses on principles of management necessary for successful administration of a library media program. Provides field-based experiences in school library media settings.