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Information Sciences Specialized Tracks Master's Degree in Information Sciences || M.S.I.S. Program of Study || Information Sciences Tracks Corporate Communication || E-business || Health Communication || Instructional Technology || Library/Information Science Program of Study The Program: Options and Specializations Depending on the degree or certificate you choose, you will be prepared for a wide variety of career options including video production, web site design and maintenance, e-commerce design and management, PDE certification in Library/Information Science or Instructional Technology, or information management in the healthcare industry. All the courses completed for a certification can be applied to the M.S. degree. So, if you finish a certification at Marywood, the M.S. can be completed in an accelerated time frame . We also offer portfolio assessments to fulfill varied course requirements, based on your experience. As a result, you may be able to use your expertise to gain graduate credit at an accelerated rate.   The Information Sciences program offers two program options: Option 1. M.S. degree in Information Sciences.   The accredited graduate degree requires 39 credits, including the core curriculum (21 credits) and a single specialized track (18 credits). The core curriculum is designed to provide the knowledge and skills that cut across the information technology spectrum; the specialized track enables concentration in one focused area. The degree will prepare you for a career in a wide variety of growing fields in the information economy.   Option 2. K-12 Library Science or Instructional Technology Certification. These certifications are Pennsylvania Department of Education approved courses of study designed to prepare individuals to work in a K-12 academic environment. The certification program is particularly valuable for individuals with teaching experience who want to pursue a new career path. If you do not have teaching experience, the IS program offers certification tracks to prepare you to work in the K-12 market. Library Science/Information students who choose this option can also receive an M.S. with the completion of the certification and core courses. The M.S. in Information Sciences curriculum is structured around an Interdisciplinary core foundation and Specialized Tracks. Upon completion of the interdisciplinary core, students choose one of our specialized tracks for further concentration: The Information Sciences Tracks Corporate Communication Gain skills to help launch a successful career in a Fortune 1000 company with the knowledge and training in the latest communications technologies including multimedia corporate marketing, Web-based content development, public relations and video production. The Corporate Communication Specialization COMM 502 Professional Writing (3) COMM 535 PC-Based Media Production (3) COMM 561 Media Management (3) EDUC 554 Learning Theory (3) MED 524 Instructional Design: Theory and Applications (3) Elective (3) E-business Learn the technology and business skills you need for a challenging career in the world of online business including electronic commerce, e-banking, Web site development, HTML programming and more. The E-business Specialization BUS 511 E-business Strategy (3) BUS 512 Applications of Accounting/Financial Concepts to e-Business (3) BUS 513 E-business Marketing (3) BUS 514 E-business Systems Design/Analysis (3) Business Elective (3) Elective (3) Health Communication Prepare for a challenging career in health-related communications in hospitals, research centers, national associations, medical clinics, and other organizations in the health care field. The Health Communication Specialization COMM 520 Health Communication (3) COMM 522 Leadership in Communication (3) COMM 561 Media Management (3) HSA 524 Health Care System Analysis (3) HSA 540 Complementary Health Care (3) Elective (3) Instructional Technology Master the advanced multimedia instructional tools and technologies (Web-based, video, multimedia, CD-ROM) used in instructional design in schools, higher education, and corporate training. This specialization is designed to meet Pennsylvania Department of Education standards for certification as a K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist. The Instructional Technology Specialist Core courses (21 credits) *MED 516 E-LEARNING SYSTEMS (3) *COMM 501 / * L S 504 New Communications Technologies: Theory and Practice (3) *BUS 510/ *MED 515/ *L S 503 Management Role – INFO PROF (3) L S 502 Issues and Trends in Information Environment (3) BUS 509 / COMM 509 Leadership in an Information Society (3) *MED 591 Internship (3) Elective   (3) P.D.E. Certification (24 credits) 8 courses listed with an * (4 from core, 4 from specialty) PDE Certification requirements: All courses listed denoted by *. Some courses may be waived based on practical experience and at the discretion of the Director of the IS Program. Specialty Courses (12 credits) *MED 521 Integrating Technology into Instruction (3) *MED 522 Computing & Cooperative Learning (3) *MED 524 Instr Design: Theory & Application (3) *MED 554/ EDUC 554 Brain Compatible Approach to Tech Integration (3) Elective I   (3) Elective II   (3) Electives – 6 credits – may be selected from other specialty tracks in this degree / program or from selected courses in related graduate programs with the approval of the student’s advisor. Note: Prior to enrollment, all students must meet with the Director of the Information Sciences Program to discuss their course of study. Library/Information Science Acquire the knowledge and technology skills needed to manage information flow in a variety of information-based careers at educational institutions, libraries, government agencies, research-based organizations, legal firms, and more. This specialization is designed to meet Pennsylvania Department of Education standards for certification as a K-12 school librarian. The Library/Information Science Specialization Advanced Certification – 24 Credits / Initial Certification – 27 credit LS 502 Issues and Trends in the Information Environment (3) LS 503/ BUS 510 / MED 515 Management Role of Informational Professional (3) LS 504/ COM 501 New Technologies for Searching, Retrieval & Presentation of Inform (3) LS 505 Meeting Information Needs & Services through Instruct Collabor (3) LS 507 Building K-12 Multi-Media Collections (3) LS 509 Cataloging, Classification, & Collection Mngt in Electronic Age (3) LS 515 Seminar (3) LS 520 Practicum (Required for ADVANCED CERTIFICATION) (3)   OR   LS 591 Librarian Internship (Required for INITIAL CERTIFICATION) (6)

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