Distance Learning

Distance Programs

School Library Media Services

Non-Degree Additional Licensure


All courses required to complete this program are offered via the Web (Internet).

CIMT 509 Selection of Library Materials (3 hours)
Description: Selection and evaluation of print and non-print materials for school and public libraries. Emphasis is on the process of building library collections.


CIMT 512 Literature for Young People (3 hours)
Description: An overview of the role of literature in society and its impact on supporting and extending lifelong learning. Emphasis is on developmental strategies that enable the reader to create, critique, discuss and enjoy literature including a wide variety of genres. The respect for diversity in society, language, cultural, and ethnic customers is also emphasized.


CIMT 513 Topics in School and Public Libraries (3 hours)
Description: Emphasis is on three five-week segments of library assessment, distance education, and the teacher of library media.
Prerequisite: 9 hours completed in program or permission of the instructor.


CIMT 522 Introduction to Cataloging and Classification (3 hours)
Description: Methods and tools employed in the organization of all forms of information for library use. Emphasis is on the standard cataloging and classification methodology in organization of information.
Prerequisite: 9 hours completed in program or permission of the instructor.


CIMT 543 Production of Instructional Materials (3 hours)
Description: The planning, preparing, producing and evaluating of media for use in an instructional environment. This course is performance driven with students being required to create instructional materials on an assigned basis.
Prerequisite: 306 or approval of instructor.


CIMT 606 Foundations of Libraries and Librarianship (3 hours)
Description: The focus of the course is to expose students to the multifaceted functions and responsibilities of libraries and librarianship and their roles in society. It will provide a broad basic knowledge to assist in further career decision planning and a more comprehensive understanding of the mission of school and public libraries in providing information services.


CIMT 631 Reference Sources and Services for Library Media (3 hours)
Description: Sources of print and non-print bibliographic and reference information for school and public libraries. Also included is the theory and practice of reference services.


CIMT 656 School and Public Library Administration (3 hours)
Description: An examination of the organization, operation, planning, and equipping of school and public libraries. Emphasis is on the role of the professional in the program.
Prerequisite: 9 hours completed in program or permission of the instructor.


CIMT 659 Practicum in Library Media (3 hours)
Description: This course is comprised of 120 hours of field experience under the supervision of a professional library media specialist in a school or public library setting. It focuses on the demonstration of proficiency of 16 program standards incorporated throughout the program. A portfolio is required based on each standard. This is to be the final course taken in the library media program.
Prerequisites: All required Curriculum, Instruction, and Media Technology library media courses.


The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.

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