IME 1102 - Use Of The Library

An introduction to the classification of library books, use of the card catalog, periodical indexes and basic reference works. Recommended for all freshmen.

IME 1201 - Information And Research Strategies

This survey course develops research methodologies and information discrimination techniques using print, nonprint, and electronic resources. While all basic subject areas will be introduced, the student's specialized subject area will be emphasized. Examination, evaluation, and application of classification systems, research methodology, bibliography development, writing style formats, and traditional and electronic resources will be stressed. Recommended for all freshmen.

IME 2000 - Topics

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Consists of selected topics of a library media education nature, each taught by a member of the library media staff who has expertise in that particular area. The topics chosen for each course will be chosen on the basis of student interest, significance and relevance to problems of contemporary society.

IME 3000 - Workshop

Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films,guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 6 hours of workshop may be counted toward a bachelor's degree.

IME 3312 - Technology For Teachers

This course provides proficiency at utilizing technology in the P-12 classroom arena. Focus is on curriculum integration. Prerequisite(s): Computer literacy - with knowledge of Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; knowledge of use of the Internet is also required. Must be Sophomore standing or above. Enrollment open to teacher education majors only.

IME 3990 - Advanced Topics

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

IME 4163 - Library Materials For Elementary Schools

Emphasis on building a library collection suitable to the interests of elementary school students, their reference needs, and curriculum requirements of the elementary school.

IME 4183 - Library Materials For Secondary Schools

This course examines qualitative and contemporary resources for young adult media center collections. Evaluation and application of genres, themes, literary aspects, authors, and curriculum uses are examined.

IME 4900 - Practicum

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

IME 4910 - Seminar

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

IME 4930 - Individual Study

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

IME 4940 - Field Study

Credit will vary from l to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

IME 4950 - Internship

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours.

IME 4960 - Institute

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

IME 4970 - Study Tour

Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

IME 4980 - Workshop

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 6 hours of workshop may be counted toward a bachelor's degree

IME 5000 - Workshop

Credit will vary from 1 to 2 hours; subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 2 hours of workshop may be counted on a master's degree.

IME 5013 - Library Materials For Secondary Schools

This course examines qualitative historical and contemporary resources for young adult media center collections and presents meia specialist and teach techniques for creating meaningful literature experiences and methods of fostering lifelong reading habits. Evaluation, examination, and application of intellectual freedom, genres, themes, literary aspects, assessment criteria, authors and curriculum integration are studied.

IME 5023 - Materials Selection

Principles of resource selection, including policy statements, selection tools, selection criterial for all formats, community factors, collection needs and acquisitions, the publishing industry, and legal issues will be examined. Emphasis is on school media centers. Students will receive extensive practice in evaluation of materials through use of a variety of recognized professional reviewing journals. This course replaces LME 5023 which replaced LME 5022.

IME 5042 - Microcomputers In Classrooms/Media Centers

A study of the appropriate utilization of microcomputers in classrooms and media center. Major emphasis is placed upon selection and evaluation of instructional software, making use of available bibliographic resources.

IME 5053 - School Library Administration & Internship

This course examines national, regional, and state guidelines and standards; administrative philosophies; leadership approaches; management theories; and policy development for organizing, administering, and integrating school library media center facilities, staff, resources, and budgets into the total school program. The internship portion of the class includes field experience in all major areas of library operations and services.

IME 5133 - Graphic And Video Production

This course is designed to explore concepts, software and equipment required for multimedia production. It focuses on technology integration, preparation of textual and visual materials for multimedia and video production. This course replaces LME 5133 which replaced LME 5132. Prerequisite(s): IME 3312 with a minimum grade of "C".

IME 5143 - Instructional Technology Foundations

The course covers the field of instructional technology, situating the field within the context of its historical perspective, current practices, and future directions. This is a core course in the applied technology option. It provides an introduction to the field and profession of instructional technology. Given that most entering technology students come from fields other than it, LME 5143 gives newcomers a sense of history and an explanation of how the components of the field fit together. There is a particular emphasis on the evolution of the "big ideas" of the field.

IME 5223 - Public Relations And Information Skills

The focus of this course is the teaching of information literacy skills and creation of lessons/units to teach those skills. In addition, there will be emphasis on aspects of public relations essential to the success of school media centers. Practice in communicating services to both internal and external audiences will be provided, as well as both electronic and print practice in planning and producing public relations campaigns, integrated units of information/ curriculum skills, and communications tools.

IME 5233 - Library Materials For Elementary Schools

This course is designed for the prospective teacher or librarian who requires competence in building print and non- print collections supportive of the elementary school curriculum. It surveys qualitative historical and contemporary resources for children's media center collections and presents media specialist and teacher techniques for creating meaningful literature experiences and methods of fostering lifelong reading habits. Evaluation, examination, and application of intellectual freedom, genres, themes, literary aspects, assessment criteria, authors, illustrators, and curriculum integration are studied.

IME 5243 - Effective Writing Instructional Techniques

This course emphasizes reader-centered writing in the creation of instructional materials by extracting, evaluating, and synthesizing information. Students develop skills in business documents, grant proposals, technical reports, and presentations. Styles of writing and audiences are examined.

IME 5313 - Collabrative Design/Multimedia Materials

This course focuses on the design of educational multimedia multimedia materials. It is an applications- and research- based experience for students who have completed introductory level instructional technology courses and want to learn more about the design and development of multimedia instructional packages. The main objective of the course is to enable students to experience working as part of a multimedia team to design an instructional package for a client.

IME 5323 - Issues In Distance Education

The course examines the technologies and issues related to the development and delivery of distance learning. Topics include types, concepts, theories, history, components, design, and policy-making of distance learning programs. Emphasis is on the design and implementation of effective instructional strategies and delivery in distance learning environments. Interaction between the student, teacher, and administrator are stressed.

IME 5413 - Managing Computer/Information Centers

This course exposes students to many of the issues encountered in developing and directing computer and electronic information centers. During the course, students explore such issues as hardware and software decision making, local and wide area network operation, software support, vendor relations, electronic security, facility design, staff development, and user training.

IME 5423 - Reference And Bibliography

This course introduces students to reference materials and services inlibraries. It includes a history of the reference function in school, public, and special libraries; principles and uses of bibliography; correlation of reference to other library functions; rationale and techniques of reference service; evaluations and use of selected reference tools.

IME 5453 - Cataloging And Classification

This course is a study of descriptive cataloging rules, creation of marc records, bibliographic networks, electronic and printed catalogs, formulation of assimilation and dissemination policies and procedures, and Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress classification systems. Course content stresses instruction and applied practice in descriptive cataloging and assignment of subject headings for school library media centers. This course replaces LME 5453 which replaced LME 5454.

IME 5543 - Instructional Design & Development I

This course is a study in cooperative designing of instruction. Areas covered include determining instructional objectives, planning motivational strategies, and designing multimedia learning activities.

IME 5613 - Instructional Design & Development II

This course addresses an instructional design or performance problem throug performance analysis (to determine if the problem requires an instructional or non- instructional solution); needs assessment (to determine of the nature and importance of problem); and needs analysis (to identify the causes of the problem and to identify solutions). The course focuses on theories, principles, and practices of analysis and assessment of needs from the perspective instructional development including task analysis and instructional media. Attention is given to deficiencies and discrepancies in human performance and the root causes. Prerequisite(s): LME or IME 5543.

IME 5713 - Evaluating Change In The Instructional Development Process

This advanced laboratory in instructional system design is an indepth study of the final stages of the instructional design process. The focus is on measurement assessment, formative and summative evaluation, the educational change process as it relates to diffusing and implementing an innovative instructional project and project management. The course requires actual field experience at an existing academic or corporate site. Prerequisite(s): LME 5543, 5613.

IME 5863 - Elements Of Web Design

This course correlates with national technology standards to provide students with knowledge to produce technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community. Students will be provided practice in both introductory and advanced elements of web design, utilizing a variety of applications. Emphasis is on planning, design, and development of instructional and informational products.

IME 5900 - Practicum

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

IME 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics

Credit wil vary from 1 to 4 hours. Directed intensive study on selected problems or special topics.

IME 5930 - Individual Study

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Directed intensive study on definite problems of special subjects based on approved outlines or plans, conferences, oral and written reports.

IME 5950 - Internship

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours; subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Supervised practical experience gained in a professional field by an advanced or graduate student.

IME 5960 - Institute

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

IME 5970 - Study Tour

Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

IME 5990 - Thesis

Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.