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Nov 21, 2024
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2023-2024 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Library Science with a concentration in Youth Librarianship, MS
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The concentration in youth librarianship focuses on the foundations of professional preparation with a specialization in library and information services and programming for children and young adults (youth). This concentration prepares students for professional positions in different settings including metropolitan, suburban, and rural public libraries, community colleges and academic libraries where they can provide library services to people who teach and work with youth and youth-related information services. The concentration focuses on developing skills and competencies in the following areas: the history of youth information services/systems; knowledge of the client group; administrative and managerial skills; communications skills; materials and collection development; reference services; programming skills; technology applications; advocacy, public relations and networking; and professionalism and professional development.
(NOTE: This concentration DOES NOT prepare one to work in a school library setting. Students interested in School Librarianship should consult the School Librarian Certification program page.)
General Requirements
1. Total coursework is 36 credit hours (12 courses).
2. Enrollment in INFO 5090 (practicum) unless officially waived based on previous professional and industry experience.
3. Completion of the Capstone Experience.
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Required courses, 9 hours
A grade of B or better must be earned in all three core courses.
Guided electives
Completion of at least two of the following major prescribed courses (6 hours) with the guidance of the academic advisor.
Four additional courses from:
Completion of at least four courses (12 hours) from the list of courses below with the guidance of the academic advisor.
General electives
Completion of an additional three elective courses (9 hours) from the courses listed below, including INFO 5090 if it is not waived by the advisor.
Additional information
School Librarian Certification students should see the respective program pages for specific requirements, as their options may differ from other programs.
Further information concerning these requirements may be obtained through the department.
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