Syllabus for Materials for Children [547-3 credits] Examination and evaluation of both print and nonprint materials for children; emphasis on the picture story book.
Syllabus for Materials for Young Adults [548-3 credits] Evaluation and selection of materials based upon the biological, socio-cultural, psychological and developmental characteristics of young adults; guidance in the use of these materials, emphasizing gender-fair and multicultural resources and the attitudes, interests, problems, and opportunities of young adults in contemporary society.
Syllabus for A Social History of Children's Literature [536-3credits] A historical overview of the literary content, illustration, social values, and publishing of children's literature, primarily in England and the United States. Consideration of scholarship and resources in the field.
Syllabus for Gender and Culture in Children's Picture Books [584-3 credits] An examination of children's picture books from a feminist standpoint and various cultural perspectives. Emphasis on the identification of books that use powerful verbal and visual images to promote self esteem and cultural awareness among young children. Students will access the world wide web to increase information and experiences.
Syllabus for The Art of the Picture Book [594-3 credits] Students will develop an understanding and appreciation of the processes of the creation of the visual aspects of children's books, including the development process from preliminary sketches and/or storyboard to the published book; relationships to verbal texts; format and layout; various media and techniques; case studies of individual artists and works.
Syllabus for The Voice of the Author [589-3 credits] In this seminar you will read works by and about eight authors, paying special attention to the authors' own statements about the creative process. In addition to books for young people, students will be responsible for reading selected works about literary theory, folk literature, mythology, and religion in order to help understand some of the ways literary voice is revealed.
Syllabus for Theories and Issues in Library Studies [656--3 credits] This doctoral seminar examines the intellectual foundations for librarianship as a discipline, the development of a broadened understanding of pervasive theories and research issues and the identification and exploration of the research literature in librarianship and pertinent allied fields.
Syllabus for University Teaching and Life in Academe [194:696:04--3 credits]This doctoral course will explore the triad of theory, research, and teaching as it shapes life in academe. Emphasis will be on the theory and nature of teaching and learning, teaching strategies, learning styles, course development, syllabi composition, and the use of technologies in teaching. The course will also focus on the nature of academic service, tenure, and general problems and issues of life in academe.