Library Media Education Specialization for
M.A.E. in Middle Grades or Secondary Education
The Specialization Component for the MAE in Secondary Education requires 18 hours; the Middle Grades Specialization Component requires 14-21. The Specialization allows students considerable flexibility in choosing their course work. The courses in this area will be selected by the candidate based on individual needs, content areas and/or areas of professional growth. The following pre-approved courses are available in an online or independent learning delivery format:
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LME 501 |
Program Organization and Administration |
Development and administration of the library media program to support the educational goals of the school. Includes school/community needs assessment, program design, implementation of evaluation, budget, and other management areas. |
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LME 502 |
Collection Management |
Principles of collection management to meet the needs of the school library media program. Evaluation, selection and acquisition of print, non-print and electronic resources. Examination and development of collection policies and procedures, including acceptable use policies and copyright. |
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LME 506 |
Classification and Cataloging |
Classification, descriptive and subject cataloging for print and other media forms. Compliance with national standards including MARC record format. |
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LME 508 |
Information Sources and Services |
Information sources and services in school library media centers. Evaluation and use of print and electronic general reference sources, including search techniques. Emphasis on reference interview process, information literacy, and development of pathfinders. |
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LME 509 |
Investigations in Educational Technology |
The completion of a formal research study in educational technology or the creation of an educational technology prototype under the supervision of a faculty member. |
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LME 512 |
Issues in Library Media Education |
Types of information centers and their history, state and national accreditation standards, the development of communication and information technologies, the impact of technology on education, and career opportunities. Attention to legal issues like intellectual freedom, censorship, and information access. |
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LME 518 |
Advanced Children's Literature |
Materials available to meet the needs of children including outstanding authors, illustrators, topical issues, and the reviewing of children's books. |
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LME 519 |
Special Topics in Educational Technology |
Special topics in the field of educational technology. May be repeated once with a different topic. |
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LME 527 |
Thematic Young Adult Literature |
Thematic examination of literary genres and non-print media appropriate for young adults, ages 12-18. Includes management and service components for effective young adult literature programs. |
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LME 535 |
Survey of Educational Technology Practices |
Focus on instructional design and communication models appropriate to effective utilization of multimedia for instruction and training. Application of various multimedia to design, produce, and evaluate instructional/training projects. |
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LME 537 |
Principles of Technology Applications |
Uses of technology for instruction and instructional management. Emphasis on instructional techniques, evaluation and utilization of appropriate instructional software, productivity tools, and the Internet for various subjects, grade levels, and needs of diverse learners. Prerequisite: LME 535. |
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LME 545 |
Educational Technology Production |
Product design and production techniques for education and training. Utilization of various software and hardware configurations to produce electronic prototypes. Prerequisite: LME 537. |
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LME 547 |
Integration of Educational Technology |
Application of principles of instructional design to the integration of technology into education and training programs. Prerequisite: LME 537. |
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LME 550 |
Emerging Technology in Education |
Prerequisite: LME 535 or instructor approval. Survey of new and significant technology developments and integration strategies in education; research on applications and their effectiveness on P-12 pupil learning; application of new technologies to design, produce, and assess P-12 learning. |
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LME 737 |
Educational Technology Leadership |
Emphasis on educational technology leadership, professional development, and instructional management. Topics include equitable access, technology plans, meeting needs of diverse learners with technology, and technology integration strategies. |
*Other courses may be selected with permission of advisor, teacher certification officer
and the Graduate School & Research.
Students may also elect to take advisor approved courses from the following areas: Academic disciplines related to P-12 common core standards;
CEBS content courses in exceptional education, interdisciplinary early childhood education,
library media education, literacy, or psychology; approved endorsements (e.g., English
as a Second Language, Gifted and Talented Education, Environmental Education, Instructional
Computer Technology); and courses identified as prerequisites for Instructional Leader
programs. For additional information on online course availability within these areas,
students will need to refer to the Schedule of Classes or contact the department where the course originates.
Students may also incorporate course work from any of the following online endorsements for specialization electives: Gifted and Talented Teaching Endorsement, Instructional Computer Technology Endorsement, or other approved endorsements.
For additional information:
Program Contact: Dr. Rebecca Stobaugh
Email: rebecca.stobaugh@wku.edu
Phone: (270) 745-4497
Visit Us Online:
Middle Grades: http://www.wku.edu/ste/mged/mae_mge_advising_sheet.pdf
Secondary Education: http://www.wku.edu/ste/seced/mae_seced_advising_sheet.pdf
Download our booklet at http://www.wku.edu/online/documents/maetl.pdf.