About the course

The non-degree program leading to licensure as a library media specialist is a twenty-four (24) credit hour program. Applicants to the program must hold a master?s degree, licensure as a teacher and meet the requirements for admission to the program in Library Media and Information Specialist.

　　Learning Goals

　　Candidates engage in scholarly research activities such as action research or program evaluation to solve authentic problems. Teachers seek advice of others and draw on education research and scholarship to improve their practice.

　　Candidates model leadership and communication strategies that promote valuing diversity throughout the community. Teachers recognize individual differences in their students and adjust their practice accordingly.

　　Candidates design and modify instruction and the learning environment based on assessment of student learning and behavior. Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning.

　　Candidates employ technologies including communications, productivity and presentation applications to enhance their collaborations. Teachers regularly assess student progress.

　　Candidates design and modify instruction and the learning environment based on assessment of student learning and behavior. Teachers command specialized knowledge of how to convey a subject to students. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: US$17,640

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Magnolia
Summer (May), 2024	Magnolia
Summer (July), 2024	Magnolia
Fall (August), 2024	Magnolia
Spring (January), 2025	Magnolia
Summer (May), 2025	Magnolia
Summer (July), 2025	Magnolia
Fall (August), 2025	Magnolia
Spring (January), 2026	Magnolia
Summer (May), 2026	Magnolia
Summer (July), 2026	Magnolia

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Southern Arkansas University - Main Campus

Applicants to the program must hold a master?s degree, licensure as a teacher and meet the requirements for admission to the program in Library Media and Information Specialist.

　　US Transcripts and foreign (non-US) Transcript Evaluations are to be sent to the university officially.

　　A cumulative grade point average of 2.50 or above out of a 4.00 system or a 2.75 GPA on the last 60 hours of undergraduate work.

　　A score of 550 or higher on the written TOEFL

　　A score of 210 or higher on the computerized TOEFL

　　A score of 79 or higher on the internet-based TOEFL

　　A score of Band 6.0 (overall) on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System)

　　A score of 51 or higher on PTE (Pearson Test of English)

　　Completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center or its equivalent

　　Completion of EF Level 5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　The next application deadline is 01 December 2023

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Southern Arkansas University - Main Campus. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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