Also known as: Library Media Teacher, Instructional Media Specialist
A program that prepares individuals to serve as librarians and media specialists in elementary and secondary schools as well as special instructional centers.
School LibrarianLibrary Media SpecialistEducational TechnologyInformation LiteracyEducationLibrarianshipInformation ScienceCommunicationTeachingMedia
Graduates primarily work as school librarians or library media specialists in public or private K-12 educational institutions. They may also find roles in district-level media services or other instructional support centers, focusing on information access and student success.
Impact of AI on this Study
AI can assist school librarians by automating cataloging processes, enhancing recommendation systems for students, and providing tools for data analysis of library usage. Librarians will need to adapt by teaching critical AI literacy skills and evaluating AI-generated content for accuracy and bias.