Focus Areas

Library Science
The University of Idaho offers Library Science courses through Independent Study in Idaho 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 must total 24 credits; at least 12 of these must be 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:

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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
http://coe.ed.uidaho.edu,select Curriculum & Instruction, Secondary Education

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. University of Idaho students working toward a degree must have written approval from their academic dean to register for an ISI course and to ensure that ISI college credits are applicable toward their degree. It is recommended that students at other institutions obtain signature confirmation that ISI credits will be accepted.

Courses for Education Professionals (K-12)
Independent Study in Idaho courses may be used toward renewing teaching credentials or for recertification. Contact your state department of education to determine if ISI courses are approved for this purpose. If you reside in Idaho, contact:

Idaho State Department of Education
PO Box 83720
Boise ID  83720-0027
Phone: (208) 332-6800
http://www.sde.state.id.us


Courses for Idaho Real Estate Licenses
Courses are available through the ISI program that can be used toward requirements for real estate licensure in the state of Idaho. Successful completion of Fundamentals of Real Estate (Finan 201) currently fulfills the Module I requirement for an Idaho Real Estate Salesperson's License. Credits for Real Estate Finance (Bus 262) and Real Estate Law (Bus 263) may be applied toward the Idaho Real Estate Broker's License education requirements. Licensing regulations are subject to change. For more information, contact:

Idaho Real Estate Commission
PO Box 83720
Boise ID  83720-0077
Toll-free (ID): (866) 447-5411
Phone: (208) 334-3285
Fax: (208) 334-2050
E-mail: irec@irec.state.id.us
Web: www.irec.idaho.gov