Re: Which Media Specialist program should I choose?

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On 5/10/09, darnell wrote:
> I am debating between to programs that will allow me to
> obtain media specialist certificatiion. The first program
> is a traditional program located at Univ. of SC. The
> degree is a MLIS with the option of obtaining media
> specialist certification. The other option is Cambridge
> College located in Augusta, GA. It is an accelarated
> program and you receive a M.ED degree with the major being
> library teacher. I showed this program to the state dept
> and they said they will accept the program. The advice I
> am asking is which would you think would be a better
> degree in the long run? Do you think schools will look
> negatively upon a media specialist who doesn't hold a
> MLIS? Some additional info I am already a certified
> special ed teacher looking to change areas. Please give
> your input or advice.

Darnell,
It depends on where you would like to teach. Some districts
don't even have a certified person running things in the media
center. If you want to be a media specialist (you are a
teacher) then get the M.Ed. I did it and I'm happy I did. The
MLS degree is really for public librarians.
Hope that helps.

Julie

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