Instruction in Libraries and Information Centers

Instruction in Libraries and Information Centers
Author: Laura Saunders
Publisher:
Total Pages: 389
Release: 2020
Genre: Academic libraries
ISBN: 9781946011091

"This open access textbook offers a comprehensive introduction to instruction in all types of library and information settings. Designed for students in library instruction courses, the text is also a resource for new and experienced professionals seeking best practices and selected resources to support their instructional practice. Organized around the backward design approach and written by LIS faculty members with expertise in teaching and learning, this book offers clear guidance on writing learning outcomes, designing assessments, and choosing and implementing instructional strategies, framed by clear and accessible explanations of learning theories. The text takes a critical approach to pedagogy and emphasizes inclusive and accessible instruction. Using a theory into practice approach that will move students from learning to praxis, each chapter includes practical examples, activities, and templates to aid readers in developing their own practice and materials."--Publisher's description.

Ebooks and the School Library Program

Ebooks and the School Library Program
Author: Cathy Leverkus
Publisher: American Association of School Librarians
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-01-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780838986721

Whether you have an interest in starting an ebook collection for your school library program or are working on enhancing an ebook collection you’ve already established, this handbook is for you.

Embedded Librarians

Embedded Librarians
Author: Cassandra Kvenild
Publisher: Assoc of Cllge & Rsrch Libr
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2014-05-14
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

Showcases strategies for successfully embedding librarians and library services across higher education. Chapters feature case studies and reports on projects from a wide variety of colleges and universities. --from publisher description.

Model School Library Standards for California Public Schools

Model School Library Standards for California Public Schools
Author: Faye Ong
Publisher:
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2011
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

Provides vision for strong school library programs, including identification of the skills and knowledge essential for students to be information literate. Includes recommended baseline staffing, access, and resources for school library services at each grade level.

Academic Libraries in the US and China

Academic Libraries in the US and China
Author: Hanrong Wang
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 277
Release: 2013-06-30
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1780633564

Academic libraries have a long history both in the USA and China, with institutions developing along different trajectories, and responding to the rapidly changing library environment globally. Academic Libraries in the US and China compares current practices within Library and Information Science (LIS) in the USA and China, giving an historical overview of instruction, government documents, and outreach in academic libraries, as well as discussion and comparative analysis.An introduction leads to chapters on instruction, government publications, and outreach. Each topic is covered both for American and Chinese academic libraries. A conclusion then gives comparative analysis of US and Chinese academic libraries. - Provides a clear examination of the historical foundations of three key areas within the academic library - Includes examples of easy-to-implement current practices - Anticipates future trends

AASL Standards Framework for Learners (10 Pack)

AASL Standards Framework for Learners (10 Pack)
Author: American Association of School Librarians
Publisher: STA - Standards ALA ALA Editions AASL
Total Pages: 8
Release: 2017-10-10
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780838916544

An advocacy brochure on library standards to be sold in packs of 12 for school librarians to hand out to teacher, principals, administrators. Content comes from AASL Standards publication.