Library Media (MEd)
Program Coordinator: Pam Harland, MLS
E-mail: pcharland@plymouth.edu
Plymouth State University offers the only comprehensive program in New Hampshire for individuals interested in working in a school library setting or wanting to renew their New Hampshire state certification.
According to ED 507.21 Library Media Specialist requirements, candidates must possess a baccalaureate degree and complete a combination of academic and supervised practical experiences addressing the following areas: administration; ethical, legal, and responsible use of information; collection development; teaching and learning; and literature.
Students may choose one of the following concentrations: Non-Certification, K–12 Library Media Specialist Certification or Dual Certification to earn Library Media K–12 and Education Technology Integrator K–12 certifications.
Requirements for certification may change, subject to changes made by the New Hampshire Department of Education (NHDOE). Teacher candidates can find the latest NHDOE standards at education.nh.gov/index.htm.
Optional Concentrations in this Major
Library Media, Non-Certification
Curriculum Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Master's Core Component | ||
| ED 5000 | Social Behavior in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| IN 5400 | Imagination, Creativity and Innovation | 3 |
| ED 5030 | Research Design | 3 |
| or AD 5030 | Research Design for the Professions | |
| Library Media Specialization Component | ||
| LM/CE 5010 | Leadership & Management | 3 |
| LM 5020 | Cataloging and Curation | 3 |
| LM 5030 | Resource Selection & Instruction | 3 |
| LM/CE 5040 | Technology & Innovation | 3 |
| LM 5300 | Advanced Children and Young Adult Literature | 3 |
| Elective Component | ||
| Complete six credits | 6 | |
| Capstone Experience | ||
| ED 6900 | Graduate Capstone Project | 3 |
| Total Credits | 33 | |
Library Media Specialist K–12 Certification
Curriculum Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Master's Core Component | ||
| ED 5000 | Social Behavior in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| IN 5400 | Imagination, Creativity and Innovation | 3 |
| ED 5030 | Research Design | 3 |
| or AD 5030 | Research Design for the Professions | |
| Library Media Specialist Component | ||
| LM/CE 5010 | Leadership & Management | 3 |
| LM 5020 | Cataloging and Curation | 3 |
| LM 5030 | Resource Selection & Instruction | 3 |
| LM/CE 5040 | Technology & Innovation | 3 |
| LM 5300 | Advanced Children and Young Adult Literature | 3 |
| Elective Component | ||
| Complete six credits | 6 | |
| Capstone Experience | ||
| LM 5210 | Practicum in School Media | 3 |
| Total Credits | 33 | |
Library Media Specialist K–12 Certification Only
Curriculum Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Library Media Specialist Component | ||
| LM/CE 5010 | Leadership & Management | 3 |
| LM 5020 | Cataloging and Curation | 3 |
| LM 5030 | Resource Selection & Instruction | 3 |
| LM/CE 5040 | Technology & Innovation | 3 |
| LM 5300 | Advanced Children and Young Adult Literature | 3 |
| Capstone Experience | ||
| LM 5210 | Practicum in School Media | 3 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Dual Certification: Library Media Specialist K–12 and Education Technology Integrator K–12
Students may choose to pursue a dual-certification option to obtain Library Media Specialist K–12 and Education Technology Integrator K–12 certifications. Students may complete the dual-certification program on its own or in conjunction with a Master of Education (MEd) degree with a double major in Library Media and Education Technology Integrator.
Certified teachers are required to complete 36 credits (excluding the Learning Theory Component provided these course requirements have already been met). Non-Certified teachers are required to complete all 45 credits.
Curriculum Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Master's Core Component | ||
| ED 5000 | Social Behavior in a Diverse Society | 3 |
| IN 5400 | Imagination, Creativity and Innovation | 3 |
| ED 5030 | Research Design | 3 |
| or AD 5030 | Research Design for the Professions | |
| Learning Theory Component (if not previously met) | ||
| ED 5060 | Theories of Learning and Cognitive Development | 3 |
| ED 5270 | Foundations of Teaching | 3 |
| SE 5581 | Technology for Diverse Learners | 3 |
| Library Media Specialist Component | ||
| LM/CE 5010 | Leadership & Management | 3 |
| LM 5020 | Cataloging and Curation | 3 |
| LM 5030 | Resource Selection & Instruction | 3 |
| LM/CE 5040 | Technology & Innovation | 3 |
| LM 5300 | Advanced Children and Young Adult Literature | 3 |
| Technology Integrator Component | ||
| CE 5120 | Integration of Digital Technology into Common Core Standards | 3 |
| CE 5140 | Electronic Portfolio Development and Assessment | 3 |
| Capstone Experience | ||
| LM 5210 | Practicum in School Media | 3 |
| CE 5960 | Technology Educator Teaching Internship | 3 |
| Total Credits | 45 | |
Dual Certification Only: Library Media Specialist K–12 and Education Technology Integrator K–12
Curriculum Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Learning Theory Component | ||
| ED 5060 | Theories of Learning and Cognitive Development | 3 |
| ED 5270 | Foundations of Teaching | 3 |
| SE 5581 | Technology for Diverse Learners | 3 |
| Library Media Specialist Component | ||
| LM/CE 5010 | Leadership & Management | 3 |
| LM 5020 | Cataloging and Curation | 3 |
| LM 5030 | Resource Selection & Instruction | 3 |
| LM/CE 5040 | Technology & Innovation | 3 |
| LM 5300 | Advanced Children and Young Adult Literature | 3 |
| Technology Integrator Component | ||
| CE 5120 | Integration of Digital Technology into Common Core Standards | 3 |
| CE 5140 | Electronic Portfolio Development and Assessment | 3 |
| Capstone Experience | ||
| LM 5210 | Practicum in School Media | 3 |
| CE 5960 | Technology Educator Teaching Internship | 3 |
| Total Credits | 36 | |