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University of Vermont School Library Media Studies Sequence ** Instructors’ Handbook **

Prepared by Judy Kaplan, Coordinator April 2015 jlkaplan@uvm.edu (802) 233-0880

Welcome to the academic world of the University of Vermont. Teaching at UVM in the School Library Media Studies Sequence is a wonderful opportunity to work in an academic environment with those who share a passion for reaching graduate students who aspire to learn the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to succeed as future School Library Media Specialists in Vermont schools. As an adjunct professor teaching in an every other year schedule, I found it challenging to maneuver through the processes of developing, revising, and executing the nitty gritty details of my course at UVM. With a full time position in a school as a practicing School Library Media Specialist, each time I was on schedule to teach my course, I was constantly relearning the steps to meet the various requirements of teaching through Continuing Education in a distance format. I was not always sure who to call or notify with questions or problems. Therefore, in my position as coordinator, I decided that I would try to present an overview of the “how tos” and “wherefores,” so that we could all be on the same page, and know what to do and who to call for answers to our questions.

The information in this wiki will serve as a guide to navigating the UVM system. There are many links that will take you to relevant web sites for UVM and other professional organizations. When revisions are made, I will notify you of changes through your email address.

I would also welcome suggestions for improving this handbook. Let me know what you find missing so that I can add to it to make it more helpful for you, as you plan and teach your courses. Thank you all for being part of this adventure!

Best, Judy Kaplan

Contents

Overview of UVM SLMS Sequence

Professional Standards and Philosophy: Preparation of School Library Media Specialists

Role of the Instructor

Curriculum Mapping Courses and current syllabi-how does your course fit into the schema?

List of current SLMS faculty

Recommended Reading Blackboard Tutorials