Illinois State University   College of Education College of Education Curriculum and Instruction 5330 Curriculum and Instruction Normal, IL 61790-4040 US   Phone: 1-309-438-2137 Fax: 1-309-438-8659   Visit Program Website At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.S. - Curriculum and Instruction M.S. Degree with School Librarianship Concentration It is also possible to apply to be admitted as a Master's degree student in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in school librarianship. Twelve credit hours from the school library curriculum would count as electives in that program. Courses are taught each semester and scheduled at times convenient for working teachers. Spring and fall semester classes generally meet during the evenings, summer classes during both afternoons and evenings. The core courses are taught largely in an online environment. Certificate Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in School Librarianship Certified teachers complete the 24 credit hours in library science required by the Illinois State Board of Education as part of the endorsement process (the other part consists of passing the content-area exam). Taught by experienced practitioners and University faculty, the courses have been carefully mapped to the Illinois content area standards. On Campus   The program is designed to allow educators to develop an understanding of what affects learning; plan curriculum and instruction to support student learning; plan multidimensional assessments and report student progress; communicate effectively to others within the educational community; provide opportunities for continued professional growth and collaboration.     Accreditation Information: Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools  # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements Requirements Qualifying Exam: Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Research Competency: Clinical Internship:   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 1833  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 668  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $220  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $2719  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience:   Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable         Visit Program Website