Library Science

The University of Idaho, through Independent Study in Idaho, sponsors Library Science courses that may be applied to the following:

Education Media Generalist Endorsement (K–12)

Certified teachers (with a standard or advanced teaching certificate) interested in school library or media positions may earn an Education Media Generalist Endorsement (K-12) by taking library science courses through ISI. The Idaho Education Media Generalist Endorsement (K–12) requires 20 semester-hour credits in the general field of educational media (or library science), including at least 3 credits in literature for children or youth, and a passing score on the Idaho Praxis II, Test 10310. (Courses that fulfill the 20 semester hours are LibS 420, 421, 423, 425, either 419 or 424, and 428 or 429.) These courses may be approved for endorsements in other states. Teachers outside Idaho should check with their state department of education to determine requirements and to obtain written confirmation that ISI credits are accepted for their state’s endorsement.

Library Science Teaching Minor for University of Idaho Students
To obtain a teaching minor in library science, students must be admitted to the University of Idaho and the College of Education. The teaching minor in Library Science requires 24 credits; at least 12 of these in the areas of selection, organization, and administration of library materials. This teaching minor qualifies the student for the Idaho Education Media Generalist Endorsement (K-12). Since library science is not a teaching field, the teacher-librarian must also qualify for a standard Idaho elementary or secondary teacher’s certificate.

For more information about the Idaho endorsement or the University of Idaho teaching minor, contact:

College of Education
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
University of Idaho
PO Box 443082
Moscow ID 83844-3082
Phone: (208) 885-6587
Fax: (208) 885-0560
E-mail: teached@uidaho.edu
www.uiweb.uidaho.edu/ed

Continuing Education, Professional Advancement, or Personal Enrichment
Library science courses offered through ISI are of interest to those currently working in a library, considering a profession in library science, or working on a library science degree.

Library Science Courses