Library Science

1. LIS 101(1), 500(2), 504(3), 506(3), 508(3)

2. Select six hours from: LIS 502(3), 510(3), 512(3), 518(1), 530(3), 532(3), 540(3), 596(1-6), 597(1-3), 599(2-3) for a total of 18 hours.

Library Science

1. LIS 500(2), 504(3), 506(3), 508(3); LIS 510(3) or IMT 365(3); LIS 599(2-3)

2. Select one course from: LIS 512(3), ENG 334(3), 336(3), 338(3) for a total of 22 hours.

Note: Missouri certification as Library Media Specialist requires a teaching certificate in a content field and 30 hours of library science coursework. Check with the Department of Library Science for information regarding certification requirements. A minimum GPA of 2.50 (Missouri State and transfer grades combined) in the certificate subject area is required for state certification.

Library Science Courses

LIS 101 Introduction to the Library 1(1-0), F,S

Introduces the concept of information in its various forms, describes libraries as information storage and retrieval centers, and prepares students to successfully identify, locate, and use information.

LIS 500 Libraries and Librarianship: An Introductory Seminar 2(2-0), D

Types of libraries; their functions and objectives; internal organization and procedures; duties and qualifications of librarians; professional organizations and literature; various issues and technologies reflecting the changing nature of librarianship; and introduction to professional portfolio development.

LIS 502 History of Books and Libraries 3(3-0), D

History of books and libraries from the earliest times to the present; influence and importance of the book and the library in society throughout history.

LIS 504 Reference 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: LIS 500 or permission of department head. An introduction to basic, general print and electronic reference sources.

LIS 506 Collection Development and Acquisitions 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: LIS 500 or permission of department head. Principles of collection development including selection aids, review media and collection evaluation; methods of selection and acquisition.

LIS 508 Cataloging and Classification 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: LIS 500 or permission of department head. Basic cataloging and classification; subject headings; cataloging print and non-print material; MARC records; various types of traditional and electronic catalogs.

LIS 510 Curriculum and the School Library 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: LIS 500 or permission of department head. Focuses on integrating the school library program and collections with curriculum; emphasizes diverse student learning styles; role of the school librarian as a teacher; use of electronic resources for research, teaching, and learning.

LIS 512 Reading Guidance for Young Adults 3(3-0), D

The study of reading interests and habits of high school age young adults. Methods of meeting the needs of different types of readers and stimulating reading interest through library collections and services.

LIS 518 Service Learning in Library Science 1(1-0), D

Prerequisite: concurrent registration in an LIS course designated as a service learning offering. This one-hour service component for an existing course incorporates community service with classroom instruction in library science education. It provides an integrated learning experience, addressing the practice of citizenship and promoting an awareness of and participation in public affairs. It includes 40 hours of service benefiting an external community organization, agency or public service provider. Approved service placements and assignments will vary depending on the course topic and learning objectives; a list of approved placements and assignments is available from the instructor and the Citizenship and Service Learning Office. May be repeated, but no more than two hours of service learning credit may count toward graduation.

LIS 520 Production and Application of Multimedia Materials in Library Media Centers 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: LIS 500 and LIS 510. Builds on concepts introduced in LIS 510. Emphasis will be placed on multimedia project planning, instructional design, production techniques and processes as they relate specifically to the library media center program and its integration into the whole school curriculum to support teaching and learning activities. Includes web design, video editing, evaluation and application of electronic resource for school libraries.

LIS 530 Children's Librarianship: Birth through Age 9 3(3-0), D

Fundamentals of children's librarianship for both public librarians and school library media specialists, including collection development, programming, and current issues.

LIS 532 Library Resources and Services for Grades 4-8 3(3-0), D

An introduction to a broad selection of books, audiovisuals, and electronic resources for grades 4-8 and how these can be used to enrich the curriculum. Emphasis will be placed on integration of a variety of resources in both content area studies and "stand alone" information literacy instruction.

LIS 534 Introduction to Storytelling 1(1-0), Su

Introduction to the art of storytelling and development of skills in finding, preparing, and delivering stories to grades K-12; analysis and review of storytellers' resources; exploration of a wide variety of styles and methods of telling to facilitate the planning and presentation of storytelling programs in the school media center or classroom and include traditional storytelling across the curriculum.

LIS 540 Information Technologies 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: LIS 500 or permission of department head. An introduction to applied information technologies applicable to libraries, including uses of computers in libraries, computer hardware and software needs of libraries, and issues related to access and evaluation of information.

LIS 596 Independent Study 1-6, D

Prerequisite: LIS 500 and two of the following: LIS 504, LIS 506, LIS 508; or permission of department head. Individual projects or study under the supervision of members of the library faculty. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours.

LIS 597 Special Topics 1-3, D

Prerequisite: permission. Selected topics in substantive areas of librarianship such as automation, collection development and resource sharing, and the politics of librarianship. Offered when resources and demand allows. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours when topic changes. Variable Content Course.

LIS 599 Library Practicum 2-3, D

Prerequisite: LIS 500, LIS 504, LIS 506, and LIS 508; or permission of department head. Supervised practical work experience in an appropriate library designed to cover all aspects of librarianship. Portfolio checkpoint number 3.

LIS 628 (528) School Library Administration 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: LIS 500 and two of the following: LIS 504, 506, 508; or permission of department head. Administration of K-12 libraries within school communities. Emphasizes program development, evaluation, planning cycle; budget process; services for diverse school constituencies. Examines effects of national, state and district guidelines, standards and policies on school library programs. Portfolio checkpoint number 2.