The Masters of Science Degree in Educational Media & Technology will certify candidates in K-12 Library Science or instructional technology specialist. The program is designed for certified and non-certified teachers wishing to obtain school library certification in grades K – 12 and/or add instructional technology specialist certification to an existing certification. Two tracks are available for candidates to select. All courses in either track will meet the requirements for certification by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Candidates will collaborate with current instructional technology specialists and/ or librarians to develop the skills and knowledge of school technology operations; utilize technology and software; and explore various topics relevant to school librarians or instructional technologists.
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Program Goals: The goal of the program is to provide students with collaborative experiences with current school instructional technologists or librarians, technologies, professional organizations, and curricula to perform as a well-schooled and proficient technology specialist or librarian. We offer students the necessary training and instruction in new technologies, information and media literacy, budgeting, managing, and media acquisition for K-12 schools and like settings. We will provide students with knowledge of children's and young adult materials, creative methods for technology or library instruction, and overall media management to foster the best education environment for school students.
Students will have all necessary resources immediately available, including the Saint Vincent College Library, computer labs, Internet and e-mail services, the College Bookstore, and the many technology and curricular resources of the Education Department. Most importantly, students will have academic and research advisors housed on the campus who will be readily available for assistance.
Program Format: This Educational Media & Technology Master's degree is designed in two tracks. It is an accelerated 36-credit hours that can be completed in and around 21 months (11 required courses, 1 elective course). The courses are held all year around in the same 'one night a week for seven weeks' fashion. Thus students can take two courses a term only driving to campus one evening per week. At the close of the candidate's degree coursework, a comprehensive exam is required. The exam is offered every term, which enables candidates to graduate year round.
Courses Required
Instructional Technology Specialist Certification (36 credits):
This program option is designed for certified teachers that desire to become leaders in instructional technology in K-12 settings. The program uniquely intertwines media and information literacy, pedagogy, and technology to prepare candidates for the future of technology in the schools. Students will be prepared in online instruction, management, as well as professional developers of technology.
GCEM 603 Intro to Multimodal Research adn Information Literacy
GCEM623 Creative Programs for Children and Young Adults
GCEM 673 Management Information Systems
GCEM 683 Advanced Instructional Design for Online Education
GCEM 693 Internship in Instructional Technology
GCSE 657 Technological Applications for Differentiated Instruction
GCED 605 Statistics and Research Design
GCED 625 Instructional Technology
GCED 635 Instructional Methodology
GCED 615 Curriculum and Systems Design
GCED 665/670 Creative Message Design and Motivation or Visual Thinking and Learning
1 elective course (any graduate education course not listed above)
Library Science K-12 Certification (36 credits):
This option will certify candidates in K-12 library science. Both non-certified and previously certified students can earn library science certification adn become qualified to teach adn administer elementary and secondary library education. This program is focused on "education" and the needed skills for effective school teacher-librarians for the 21st century.
GCEM 603 Intro to Multimodal Research adn Information Literacy
GCEM 613 Electronic Library Automation and Cataloging
GCEM 623 Creative Programs for Children and Young Adults
GCEM 633 Advanced Studies in Children’s Literature
GCEM 643 School Library Administration and Management
GCEM 653 Internship in the School Library
GCEM 663 Literature and Reading for Young Adults
GCEM 673 Management Information Systems
GCED 605 Statistics and Research Design
GCED 625 Instructional Technology
GCED 635 Instructional Methodology
1 elective course (any graduate education course not listed above)
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Getting PA K-12 Library Science Teacher Certification
Candidates may add or become PA certified in Library Science with this program. If a candidate is not previously certified, some pre-requisite courses and a full 14-week student teaching experience are required. If a candidate is already certified in another teaching area and selects to add PA teacher certificate in Library Science, completing the program will allow them to do that. For these candidates the field requirements can be completed off hours, in the summer, and other times when convenient to the candidate. Candidates may combine the requirements of this course with a current position or employment opportunity. All candidates pursuing certification must pass the required state praxis exams. For first time certification your advisor will specify the necessary courses and this is generally not more than 15 credits in addition to your student teaching. Your undergraduate coursework may exempt you from these courses.
