Resources

Job Related Links

Check out our interviewing page for tips on finding job postings and interviewing!

Talking to your principal - Thanks Elisabeth for the head's up!

For getting certified, a major first step in getting a job!, go here - State by State Licensure Requirements

Have questions about your practicum? Check out some information here!

MTEL website - This is where you can sign up and get practice tests

Massachusetts School Library Association - Our parent organization. They have great resources and opportunities at your disposal.

The PRAXIS website - In case you're heading out of state. Make sure to check your state's specific DOE to see if you have to take the PRAXIS

MSLA's Advocacy Wiki - Lot's of links to great resources

MSLA Student AWARD - Get money for school, a free conference, and juicy resume material!

SLTP Course Information

Contact Information:

Dr. James Baughman, Program Director james.baughman@simmons.edu Office: P 212J

Dr. Mary Frances Zilonis, Visiting Professor mary.zilonis@simmons.edu Office: P 212K

Daniel Fleming, Program Manager SLTP daniel.fleming@simmons.edu Office: P 212F

SLTP Curriculum:

LIS 403- Evaluation of Information Services
LIS 406- Organization and Management of School Library Media Centers
LIS 407- Reference/Information Services
LIS 415- Information Organization
LIS 426- Curriculum Frameworks and Instructional Strategies for Library Teachers
LIS 431- Instructional Strategies for Effective Teaching and Learning in the School Library Media Center
LIS 460- Technology and the School Library Media Center
LIS 481- Children's Literature and Media Collections
LIS 483- Young Adult Literature
LIS 498- Practicum (preK-8)
LIS 499- Practicum (7-12)
LIS 3-credit LIS elective, to be decided by the student

Field-based Course Work

For more information pick up a handbook for the SLTP program at the GSLIS office or look at the elearning SLTP information.