Everyone knows that…
MATH happens in the MATH classroom
Everyone knows that…
ART happens in the ART classroom
Everyone knows that…
SCIENCE happens in the SCIENCE classroom
WHAT HAPPENS IN THE SCHOOL LIBRARY?
IT ALL HAPPENS IN THE LIBRARY
It ALL happens in the library because…
Our library supports the learning needs of:
ALL students
ALL teachers
ALL the learners in our school
ALL THE TIME!
It ALL happens in the library because…
Our library provides resources:
In all formats (print, digital, multimedia and more)
To support all curriculum areas… English Social Studies Math Science Foreign Language Art Music …
KEEPING IN MIND…
ALL skills
ALL learning styles
ALL ability levels
OF ALL OUR STUDENTS.
It ALL happens in the library because…
SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALISTS ARE...
TEACHERS
INSTRUCTIONAL PARTNERS
TEACHERS INSTRUCTIONAL PARTNERS Information specialists
TEACHERS INSTRUCTIONAL PARTNERS Literature lovers Information specialists
TEACHERS INSTRUCTIONAL PARTNERS Literature lovers Information specialists Innovators
TEACHERS INSTRUCTIONAL PARTNERS Literature lovers Information specialists Technology specialists Innovators
TEACHERS INSTRUCTIONAL PARTNERS Literature lovers Information specialists Technology specialists Staff developers Innovators
TEACHERS INSTRUCTIONAL PARTNERS Literature lovers Information specialists Technology specialists Staff developers Innovators Life-long learners
It ALL happens in the library because…
The PRESENT compels us NOW
“To succeed in our rapid-paced, global society, learners must develop high level thinking skills, attitudes and responsibilities.” American Association of School Librarians. Empowering Learners: Guidelines for School Library Media Programs. Chicago, Print.
“…information literacy has become universal currency—the single common denominator required for success at any stage of life…” School Libraries Work! New York: Scholastic Press, (3 rd Edition). Print.
“Our children, now more than ever, must be equipped to access, use, and evaluate information competently in both print and electronic formats.” School Libraries Work! New York: Scholastic Press,2008.(3 rd Edition). Print.
It ALL happens in the library because…
THE FUTURE COMPELS US.
THEIR FUTURE COMPELS US.
“The future belongs to those who can adapt quickly to the ever- changing landscape that has moved from a need for industrial workers to information and knowledge workers to conceptual workers….” Susan Ballard. AASL Standards and Guidelines Implementation Task Force. Learning for Life
“… Our students live and compete in the global marketplace where a new and emerging skill set is required if they are to thrive.” Susan Ballard. AASL Standards and Guidelines Implementation Task Force. Learning for Life
While we cannot predict exactly what new skills will be required for young adults to thrive in this environment, of this we are sure:
WE MUST PRODUCE GRADUATES WHO CAN…
Identify, analyze, evaluate, and communicate information
Draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge
Share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of their communities (e.g., their class, school, community, and future workplace)
It ALL happens in the library as Library Media Specialists teach these important skills to ALL students ALL the time.
This is the mission of our school library program.
It ALL happens in the library as our students:
Develop their love of reading
Collaborate with classmates to solve problems
Develop information literacy skills
Access the resources they need, 24/7
Share their ideas and their work
It ALL happens in the library as Library Media Specialists:
Collaborate with teachers to integrate information/ communication/technology skills into curriculum
Partner with teachers from all content areas to empower students as they become proficient researchers
Support real-world learning experiences with books, online databases, technology tools, digital collections, and more
It ALL happens in the library because the library is the center for:
Inquiry
Problem-Solving
Collaborative Learning
Real-world Learning
Independent Learning
Enrichment
24/7 Learning
Life-long Learning
IT ALL HAPPENS IN THE SCHOOL LIBRARY!
IT ALL HAPPENS IN OUR SCHOOL LIBRARY!
Created by Donna Baratta, Library Media Specialist, Yorktown Central School District, NY Linda Chapman, K-12 Library Coordinator, Somers Central School District, NY Nina Levine, Library Media Specialist, Hendrick Hudson School District, NY John Monahan, Director, Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES School Library System, Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Yorktown Heights, NY Susan Polos, Library Media Specialist, Bedford Central School District, NY Musical score: Steven Chetcuti, The Radio Hour, Guitar: John Fiscella Image Sources: Frames 11, 14 and 70: Susan Polos All other images: iStock at
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