Master of Library and Information Science PreK-12
The Master of Library and Information Science program provides prospective school librarians with a concentrated focus appropriate for grades PreK-12. This program is designed for individuals who seek licensure as a school librarian. This program may be appropriate for public librarian training. The MLIS program is nationally recognized by the American Association of School Librarians and the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation.
The MLIS program is organized as a standardized, peer-group program which means that all candidates in a group will take all courses together. All candidates are assigned for program advising.
The MLIS program consists of 30 semester hours that will be completed in a 15-month period. This program is an online delivery model. An e-portfolio is maintained throughout the program and is presented as part of the Exit Seminar. Throughout the program, candidates complete key assessments as they transition toward completion of the program. Individuals seeking licensure as a school library information specialist must pass the Praxis Specialty Test for Library Media Specialists.
Because the MLIS degree is considered a terminal degree for this area of study, no grade lower than B- will be accepted for graduation. A candidate who makes less than a B- must repeat the course.
Each applicant for the Master of Library and Information Science is required to use the Trevecca email account, which will be used regularly for the purpose of communicating with instructors.
The admission process must be completed prior to attending the first class session.
Program of Study for MLIS
Required Courses
| MLI 5000 | Professional and Ethical Issues | 3 |
| MLI 5020 | Information Technologies II | 3 |
| MLI 5030 | Knowledge Environment | 3 |
| MLI 5040 | Fiction/Non-Fiction Resources for Children and Young Adults | 3 |
| MLI 5050 | Research Tools and Strategies | 3 |
| MLI 5060 | Knowledge Management | 3 |
| MLI 5070 | Knowledge Leadership | 3 |
| MLI 5075 | Instructional Design in Libraries | 3 |
| MLI 5080 | Collection Development and Organization | 3 |
| MLI 5100 | Exit Assessment/E-Portfolio | 0 |
| MLI 5090 | Professional Practice | 3 |
| | OR | |
| MLI 5200 | Enhanced Student Teaching | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 30 |
MLI 5090 and MLI 5200: Includes a required field experience. Field experiences and clinical practice provide evidence that students are learning when being taught by candidates. In order to participate in mandatory experiences, all candidates will be required to undergo a background check and be fingerprinted, at their own expense, prior to beginning the first class.
Initial Licensure as School Library Media Specialist
Individuals who do not hold a teaching certificate and who are seeking initial licensure as a school library information specialist only (not as a classroom teacher) must complete course requirements in addition to the 30 hours required in the Master's of Library and Information Science Program. Courses will be assigned with a transcript evaluation.
Clinical practice (student teaching) is required to be in two library settings full-time for fifteen weeks in lieu of the 100-hour professional practice required by the MLIS degree coursework. Clinical practice (student teaching) will occur in the spring semester prior to completion of MLIS coursework during the summer semester or in the fall semester following completion of the MLIS coursework. The School of Education requires the edTPA component which includes a seminar. Candidates may also have the option of being job-embedded as teacher of record for one year in a library position. See more about this in the MAT program.
Endorsement Option
This option is designed for those who hold a valid Tennessee teaching certificate in another teaching area and a master's degree in education. To have "Library Media Specialist PreK-12" added to a teaching certificate, a candidate must successfully complete the requirements of the 15 hours of coursework and 3 hours of field experience as prescribed by the Tennessee Department of Education for a total of 18 hours They must also pass the required Praxis test for Library Media Specialist with a score established by the Tennessee Department of Education. Further, candidates must be recommended for licensure by the Trevecca Certification Officer.
Required Courses
| MLI 5000 | Professional and Ethical Issues | 3 |
| MLI 5040 | Fiction/Non-Fiction Resources for Children and Young Adults | 3 |
| MLI 5050 | Research Tools and Strategies | 3 |
| MLI 5060 | Knowledge Management | 3 |
| MLI 5080 | Collection Development and Organization | 3 |
| MLI 5090 | Professional Practice | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18 |
MLI 5090: 100 hours. Includes a required field experience. Field experiences and clinical practice provide evidence that students are learning when being taught by candidates. In order to participate in mandatory experiences, all candidates will be required to undergo a background check and be fingerprinted, at their own expense, prior to beginning the first class.
Total Credit Hours: 30