Library Media Center
Library Media Center
Lisa Bertie
EDU 367 Elementary & Secondary School Media
Instructor: Judy Donovan
May 13, 2013
Library Media Center Libraries have always been a source of knowledge and almost unlimited information for students, lovers of literature, and researchers. The ability to find the information needed is in the hands of the Librarian. This individual is well versed in all library materials from microfiche to non-fiction books and the fastest way to access these materials. This reflection paper examines three programs and technologies associated with Library Media, along with the qualities required for an outstanding Media Library Manager. As technology has advanced so has its place in the library realm.
Library Media Programs
The media programs found in school libraries operated by certified teacher-librarians give students access to various resources that help the students become well versed in their academic world. The learning requirements for school students continue to advance and students need some help to meet that challenge. This is also an area that is important to the district as well as individual schools. The following is a list of five library media programs that will be beneficial to schools, teachers, and students.
Reading Promotion
Under this program literature gets a breath of fresh air. Stories and concepts that might have seem boring and outdated to modern day school children gain a new appreciation and critical thinking through activities such as readers ' advisories, booktalks, and awards programs (OSPI). Modern day students are several generations removed from the time of Shakespeare and the concepts of old English.
It is important to show the students that Macbeth, Othello, and other classical forms of literature can teach them modern day life skills. By engaging the students in critical thinking to determine how classical literature can be used in their everyday lives keeps these magnificent works
Lisa Bertie
EDU 367 Elementary & Secondary School Media
Instructor: Judy Donovan
May 13, 2013
Library Media Center Libraries have always been a source of knowledge and almost unlimited information for students, lovers of literature, and researchers. The ability to find the information needed is in the hands of the Librarian. This individual is well versed in all library materials from microfiche to non-fiction books and the fastest way to access these materials. This reflection paper examines three programs and technologies associated with Library Media, along with the qualities required for an outstanding Media Library Manager. As technology has advanced so has its place in the library realm.
Library Media Programs
The media programs found in school libraries operated by certified teacher-librarians give students access to various resources that help the students become well versed in their academic world. The learning requirements for school students continue to advance and students need some help to meet that challenge. This is also an area that is important to the district as well as individual schools. The following is a list of five library media programs that will be beneficial to schools, teachers, and students.
Reading Promotion
Under this program literature gets a breath of fresh air. Stories and concepts that might have seem boring and outdated to modern day school children gain a new appreciation and critical thinking through activities such as readers ' advisories, booktalks, and awards programs (OSPI). Modern day students are several generations removed from the time of Shakespeare and the concepts of old English.
It is important to show the students that Macbeth, Othello, and other classical forms of literature can teach them modern day life skills. By engaging the students in critical thinking to determine how classical literature can be used in their everyday lives keeps these magnificent works
References: Spinks, A. (2009). Library Media Programs and Student Achievement. Retrieved May 13, 2013 from http://www.cobbk12.org/librarymedia/proof/research.pdf State of Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). (n.d.). School Library Media Programs and Teacher-Librarians. Retrieved May 13, 2013 from http://www.k12.wa.us/SchoolLibrary/ Wools, B. (2008). The school library media manager (4th ed.). Westport, CT: Libraries Unlimited. Vacek, R. (n.d.). Technology Trends in Libraries - Today & Tomorrow. Retrieved May 13, 2013 from http://www.slideshare.net/vacekrae/technology-trends-in-libraries-today-tomorrow