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Building Partnerships for Learning …Because Student Achievement IS THE BOTTOM LINE Information Power:

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What is the meaning of these terms? collaboration flexible schedule resource based instruction information literacy Information Power

from resources to physical access by students to creating a community of learners The focus of school library media programs has shifted Information Power

The explosion of information made possible by advances in technology has given schools and their library media programs more options to assist students in acquiring information.

Information Power Information doubles every 5.5 years Computer power doubles every 18 months The number of websites doubles every days Mike Eisenberg NJLA Convention April 29, 1998

Information Power When the class of 2000 graduates... in that year alone the graduates will be exposed to more information than their grandparents were in a lifetime knowledge will increase 32 times by the time these graduates reach 50

Information Power Information overload is the inability to extract needed knowledge from an immense quantity of information for one of many reasons: no knowledge of information existing the amount of information is overwhelming not knowing where information is located knows location of information, but not how to access it cannot evaluate and extract existing information

Learning Assumptions Learning is an active as well as reflective process Learning is a social process of collaboration Learning occurs with a connection to previous experiences Learners need to make choices to make connections and take ownership of their learning Information Power

OLD WAY Print Rich Print & AV Oriented Centralized Rigidly Scheduled Quiet place used for research NEW WAY Information rich in all formats Multiple technologies Centralized & decentralized Flexibly scheduled Busy, bustling learning laboratory The Library Media Program

Information Power Changes in media center user behavior library skillsinformation access curriculum relatedcurriculum integrated format orientedinformation oriented physical accessintellectual access (process stressed) on-line for giftedon-line for everyone equity a concernequity a GREAT concern

The School Library Media Program Collaboration Technology Information Literacy Standards Student Achievement Information Power

1. Information Literacy 2. Independent Learning 3. Social Responsibility Formally introduces three categories of information literacy standards:

Category One: Information Literacy The student who is information literate : The student who is information literate : 1. accesses information efficiently and effectively 2. evaluates information critically and competently 3. uses information accurately and creatively

Category Two: Independent Learning The student who is an independent learner is information literate and: The student who is an independent learner is information literate and: 4. pursues information related to personal interests 5. appreciates literature and other creative expressions of information 6. strives for excellence in information seeking and knowledge generation

Category Three: Social Responsibility The student who contributes positively to the learning community and to society is information literate and: The student who contributes positively to the learning community and to society is information literate and: 7. recognizes the importance of information to a democratic society 8. practices ethical behavior in regard to information and information technology 9. participates effectively in groups to pursue and generate information

The Ten Concepts of Information Literacy A shared pool of materials benefits everyone Library materials are arranged by subject Reference materials are available for all subjects Recognition of the arrangement of a resource speeds access to its information Indexes are the major key to locating information rapidly Not all information is equal Timeliness of information is an important consideration Information may carry bias Research requires both thinking and communicating Voluntary reading builds knowledge

Building Partnerships for Learning What is the secret to integrating core curriculum standards, work-place readiness standards and information literacy standards into the curriculum?

the classroom teacher the library media specialist the building principal the student Well developed partnerships between : Building Partnerships for Learning

Classroom teachers and media specialists collaborate to: Plan goals and objectives Prepare the unit Team-teach the learning activities Effectively use technology Assess the process, materials, and information used Building Partnerships for Learning

Library Media Specialists are well positioned to take a leadership role in creating partnerships LMS works with all content area teachers and all students LMS works with students in a problem solving curriculum LMS is experienced at infusing technology throughout the curriculum LMS is interested in helping teachers teach Building Partnerships for Learning

BLUEPRINT FOR SUCCESS: Sharing of resources and expertise will take place Planning and teaching as a collaborative partnership Building Partnerships for Learning

BLUEPRINT FOR SUCCESS: (cont’d): Trust among members of the team Open communication between the teacher and the LMS

only then will Student Achievement be our Bottom Line

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