School Library and Information Studies MS

Program Overview

The School Library and Information Studies (MS) program at Minnesota State University, Mankato is a 24-36 month program that offers two options: a certificate in School Library and Information Studies or a certificate with a master's degree in School Library and Information Studies (MS). The program is "Nationally Recognized" by the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP) and the American Library Association/American Association of School Librarians (ALA/AASL). Courses are presented online through the university course management system. Graduates can pursue careers as School Library Media Specialists, School Librarians, Information Specialists, or Library Media Specialists.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The School Library and Information Studies (MS) program at Minnesota State University, Mankato is a 24-36 month program that offers two options: a certificate in School Library and Information Studies or a certificate with a master's degree in School Library and Information Studies (MS).
• Courses are presented online through the university course management system.
• The program is "Nationally Recognized" by the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP) and the American Library Association/American Association of School Librarians (ALA/AASL).

Program Requirements:

• Common Core
• KSP 619: Using Technology in learning environments (3 credits)
• Program Requirements
• KSP 621: Information Resources (3 credits)
• KSP 622: Materials for Children (3 credits)
• KSP 630: Materials for Young Adults (3 credits)
• KSP 635: 21st Century Multiple Literacies (3 credits)
• KSP 639: Technology Leadership (3 credits)
• KSP 662: Additional Licensure Practicum for K-12 & Secondary Schools (1-6 credits)
• KSP 665: Teacher Leader Scholar (3 credits)
• KSP 689: Supporting Learning through technology (3 credits)
• Research/Methods Course(s)
• KSP 609: Research Methods (3 credits)
• KSP 610: Scholarly Writing (3 credits)

Careers:

• School Library Media Specialists
• School Librarians
• Information Specialists
• Library Media Specialists