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The Library/Information Technology Program trains students to assist in the

management of information in libraries and other venues using print media as well as

technology. The program is designed to prepare individuals for employment as a

paraprofessional in a public, school, academic, or special library or an information

center.

Career Opportunities

Required Courses (12 credits)
Units: 12.0
All courses required for the degree must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.
LIBT 201
INTRODUCTION TO LIBRARY SERVICES
3.0
LIBT 210
SCHOOL LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER SERVICES
3.0
LIBT 218
CONNECTING ADOLESCENTS WITH LITERATURE AND LIBRARIES
3.0
CDFS 234
CHILDREN'S BOOKS AND NARRATIVES
3.0
Total: 12.0

Program Outcomes

Outcome
Define key terminology in library information technology and web development technologies.
Assessment
Self-assessment tool
Outcome
Describe typical workplace duties for the position of library/information technician.
Assessment
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Outcome
Communicate diversity awareness through bulletin board and book displays.
Assessment
Self-assessment tool
Outcome
Develop a mission statement based on school criteria.
Assessment
Self-assessment tool
Outcome
Create a book selection policy based on accepted selection standards.
Assessment
Self-assessment tool
Outcome
Identify two awards commonly given for children’s books.
Assessment
Self-assessment tool
Outcome
Evaluate important current issues such as censorship, gender, multiculturalism and intellectual freedom as they pertain to young adults.
Assessment
Self-assessment tool
Outcome
Explain why picture books are an important learning tool for children.
Assessment
Self-assessment tool
Outcome
Explain why non-fiction and narrative non-fiction are important to young learners.
Assessment
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Outcome
State how the roles of school library personnel impact the achievement scores of students.
Assessment
Self-assessment tool