The Master of Library Science is a 36-credit program that prepares students for professional careers in libraries. The program provides students with a foundation of library and information science philosophy, theory, and practice, with an emphasis on the pressing concerns facing libraries today. This includes, but is not limited to, the critical service functions of instruction, programming, leadership, community-building, and lifelong learning as well as the important library practices of organizing, collecting, storage, and retrieval. The program emphasizes project and service-based learning experiences, led by experienced faculty who are committed and passionate about the library profession.
As a graduate of the Library Science and Information Services, MLS program, you will have the knowledge, skills and confidence to meet the program's goals and student outcomes:
Objective 1.1: Within their area of specialization, candidates will apply the core principles, ethics
and values of the information professions, to analyze complex problems.
Objective 1.2: Candidates will integrate the theory and practice of library and information services
in diverse settings and with a diverse community.
Objective 2.1: Candidates will use learning theories to design instructional methods and assessments
to educate within their area of specialization.
Objective 2.2: Candidates can demonstrate an ability to promote inquiry, lifelong learning and digital
and information literacy within the library program at the institution in which they
are employed.
Objective 3.1: Candidates will connect the library with the larger community, including development
of services and resource collections for diverse populations.
Objectives 3.2: Candidates will have knowledge of policies, advocacy and professional development
as they work towards sustainable library practices.
Objective 3.3: Candidates will practically develop strategies to manage library staff, technology,
prepare budgets, and design safe and inclusive library spaces.
Objective 4.1: Candidates will articulate key issues in the information creation, collection, organization,
storage, retrieval, dissemination, and service.
Objective 4.2: Candidates will equitably plan for the distribution of resources, with consideration
of issues of power, oppression and the cultural needs of the community in which the
candidate is employed.
Objective 5.1: Candidates will apply research theory, methods, and techniques to work within the
information professions.
Objective 5.2: Candidates will use data to make informed, responsible decisions for assessment and
evaluation of information practices.
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The entirely online Masters of Library Science (MLS) degree is designed to help you become a 21st century librarian. The librarian develops, promotes, and implements a program that engages library users and supports their information needs. This degree builds on prior interdisciplinary coursework and supports your growth as a librarian or information professional.
The program鈥檚 objectives are:
Acceptance into the program requires:
If you do not meet the overall grade point average, you may be classified as 鈥渁 non-degree seeking student鈥 until you achieve a minimum 3.50 graduate GPA after completing the following courses:
These courses must be taken and grades received prior to enrolling in other courses required for the degree or reapplying for admission.
The 无码专区 MLS program has been consistently ranked one of the .
Full information on tuition and costs for 无码专区 Graduate Students is available on the Student Financial Assistance page. You can use the 无码专区 Cost Calculator to estimate the total tuition for your degree.
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The Suzanne Foster Scholarship in Library Science is available through the University of Central Missouri Alumni Foundation for a graduate student pursuing a degree in library science at 无码专区. This scholarship is made possible by way of gifts from family, friends and royalties earned from the sale of the 无码专区 (无码专区) General Education course LIS 1600 University Library & Research Skills textbook: Information Literacy for Undergraduates by Sandra Jenkins, 无码专区 faculty member.
The Beatrice Ricks Library Scholarship is available through the University of Central Missouri Alumni Foundation for a graduate student pursuing a degree in library science. This scholarship is made possible by way of a gift from Dr. Beatrice Ricks.
The Dr. Aileen Helmick Scholarship in Library Science is available through the University of Central Missouri Alumni Foundation for a graduate student pursuing a degree in Library Science. This scholarship is made possible by way of a gift from family and friends of Aileen Helmick, 鈥76.
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The LSIS Program offers five exciting options for students who are interested in earning a graduate degree in the area of Library Science and Information Services.
Library Science and Information Services, MS
Library Science and Information Services, MS with an emphasis in School Library
Library Science and Information Services, MS with an emphasis in School Library + Education Specialist (EdS) in Initial Teacher Certification:
Professional Leadership, EdS - Librarianship Option
This is a collaborative program in Library Science and Information Services between the University of Central Missouri and Murray State University. Students can earn an Education Specialist (EdS) and a Doctorate in Education (EdD). Admitted students must complete:
As a student in the Masters of Library Science, School Library Concentration, you will participate in an early practicum (1 credit) course and late practicum (2 credits) course. During these courses, you will spend time working within a library with a mentor at the beginning and end of your program. These practicum experiences allow you to see how theories, professional standards, and competencies are applied within a real-world setting. As part of these experiences, you will complete a portfolio aligned with professional standards (AASL/CAEP, ALA, ACRL, etc.) as evidence of your learning in these courses.
Librarians must make data-driven decisions to guide practice and improve information services for their community. To prepare you to do this, the program includes several research courses:
You will design an action research project in your choice of topic as part of the requirements for the LIS 5900 Action Research course. In LIS 6900: Research Problem, students can choose to either implement an action research project or complete a project to solve a problem identified in their studies. Both options will lead you to become an expert in a topic you are passionate about. Many students have published their research projects in journals or presented them at professional conferences.
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Kelly Pryde | Middle School Librarian | Warrensburg School District |
Traci Mattis | Elementary Librarian | Lee's Summit School District |
Angie Groenke | Director of Libraries | North Kansas City School District |
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Jackie Hawes | Director | Trails Regional Library |
Napthali Faris | Branch Manager | Mid-Contintent-Lone Jack |
Lori Perdew | Branch Manager | Scenic Regional (Pacific branch, STL) |
April Roy | Director | KC Public Library |
Nathan Wittmaier | Library Systems Manager | Mid-Continent Public Library |
Academic Librarians |
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Janette Klein | University Librarian | 无码专区 |
Kyle Constant | Systems Librarian | 无码专区 |
Michelle Franklin | Library Director | State Fair Community College |
Courtney Trautweiler | Library Director | Cottey College |
State Library |
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Lysha Thompson | Youth Services Consultant | Missouri State Library |
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Lauren Hays | Associate Professor | 无码专区 |
Amber Clifford | Professor of Anthropology and Director of the McClure Archives and University Museum | 无码专区 |
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Samantha Iadanza | Elementary Para | Chicago |
Theo Tate | Montgomery City Library Board Member | Montgomery City, MO |
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Rene Burress | Chair, Associate Professor Dept of Educational Tech & Library Science |
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Jenna Kammer | Associate Professor | 无码专区 |
Sandra Jenkins | Senior Instructor | 无码专区 |
Ann McCoy | Dean, College of Education | 无码专区 |
Amanda Harrison | Assistant Professor | 无码专区 |
Cheryl Plummer | Office Professional III | 无码专区 |
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Paula Erickson | High school librarian and adjunct | Fort Osage |
Robin Gibbons | Practicum and Internship |
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