The School Library Manager

Author : Blanche Woolls,Sharon Coatney
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2017-11-27
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781440852572

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The School Library Manager by Blanche Woolls,Sharon Coatney Pdf

This sixth edition of Library Unlimited's classic school library management text describes new approaches to management and addresses the realities that school librarians face in today's quickly evolving information-based world. In recent years, nearly all school libraries and school librarians have been targeted for having their funding or staffing cut as a result of reductions in school budgets. How does a newly graduated LIS professional prepare for a career in this volatile environment? How do established librarians and administrators prove their value and necessity to decision makers? This freshly updated edition of The School Library Manager is an invaluable textbook that leads readers through the many essential management tasks and skills required to administer the successful school library program and beyond. It promotes the leadership role of the school librarian in the school and addresses the need for school librarians to provide students with equal access to information. The information presented will not only enable librarians to keep their jobs but also supply specific guidance and inspiration that gives readers the ability to make their positions and libraries undeniably relevant and valuable—and to ensure a path of upward mobility in their LIS careers.

Author : Blanche Woolls
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Education
ISBN : UOM:39015059259054

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The School Library Media Manager by Blanche Woolls Pdf

All of the chapters in this popular school library management textbook have been revised and updated. Written in an accessible, conversational style, it is ideal for student use. Traditional management topics are integrated within chapters that provide a complete overview of the profession and all aspects of school library management. Each chapter has student exercises to pique discussion and critical thought, and the tone of the book is that of an instructor discussing what a school library should look like, with an emphasis on the role of the school librarian as educator. The author addresses the development of the school library media center through the changes in K-12 education over time and explores the way such changes affected school libraries. Attention is given to the leadership responsibility to be an advocate at local, state and national levels. The new National Board for Professional Teaching Standards certification for school librarians is discussed as are budget, facilities, cataloging, copyright, selection of materials, staff evaluation and all the other basic managerial functions. The book is current with discussions of the AASL national guidelines and standards, the USA Patriot Act, and the effect of Internet filtering on school libraries.

Author : Carl A. Harvey II,Audrey P. Church
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2022-03-29
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9798216141990

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School Library Management by Carl A. Harvey II,Audrey P. Church Pdf

Highlighting activities and discussion questions that will pique student interest and facilitate instruction, the 8th edition of this well-known school library text gathers management articles into a ready-to-use volume that showcases current best practices. This 8th edition of School Library Management offers a fully updated collection of articles designed to guide both new and practicing school librarians. It gathers information about the issues and trends in the field, programming ideas, and advice from school library leaders. Contemporary articles from the past five years of School Library Connection bring this edition up to the present. Carefully curated chapters address today's best practices to improve school library programs, integrating technology considerations throughout each of the sections. Authors cover timely topics such as equity, diversity, and inclusion; budgets; copyright; librarian professional development; evaluation; and advocacy. Each chapter begins with an introduction to put issues into context and ends with activities that will help librarians further explore. All readers will appreciate this volume as "one-stop shopping" for readings that address best practices in light of major new guiding documents and standards in the school library field.

Author : Blanche Woolls,Sharon Coatney
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-27
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9798216142010

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The School Library Manager by Blanche Woolls,Sharon Coatney Pdf

This sixth edition of Library Unlimited's classic school library management text describes new approaches to management and addresses the realities that school librarians face in today's quickly evolving information-based world. In recent years, nearly all school libraries and school librarians have been targeted for having their funding or staffing cut as a result of reductions in school budgets. How does a newly graduated LIS professional prepare for a career in this volatile environment? How do established librarians and administrators prove their value and necessity to decision makers? This freshly updated edition of The School Library Manager is an invaluable textbook that leads readers through the many essential management tasks and skills required to administer the successful school library program and beyond. It promotes the leadership role of the school librarian in the school and addresses the need for school librarians to provide students with equal access to information. The information presented will not only enable librarians to keep their jobs but also supply specific guidance and inspiration that gives readers the ability to make their positions and libraries undeniably relevant and valuable—and to ensure a path of upward mobility in their LIS careers.

Author : Blanche Woolls,Joyce Kasman Valenza,April M. Dawkins
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2023-06-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9798216172352

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The School Library Manager by Blanche Woolls,Joyce Kasman Valenza,April M. Dawkins Pdf

The seventh edition of this comprehensive school library management text expands upon the role of the school librarian, especially in the ever-growing digital realm, and highlights the importance of school librarian leadership and outreach. In an era of budget cuts, reduced staffing, and a global pandemic, it's more important than ever for new LIS professionals and established school librarians and administrators to demonstrate the value of school libraries to decision makers. This revised and updated edition of a classic text adds two well-known authors to help lead readers through the many essential management tasks and skills required to administer the successful school library program. It emphasizes the importance of the school librarian in providing digital access to information for teachers and students, describes how facilities are being modified to accommodate new resources and programming, and offers new ways to use AASL standards to evaluate programs. All chapters are updated, and the text addresses such timely subjects as providing information resources when students, teachers, and librarians are interacting online. A new chapter highlights the importance of the school librarian's leadership in schools, districts, and communities. This invaluable textbook teaches practical skills for school library management and offers inspiration and guidance for growing LIS careers.

Author : Blanche Woolls,Ann Carlson Weeks,Sharon Coatney
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES
ISBN : 1610691326

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The School Library Manager by Blanche Woolls,Ann Carlson Weeks,Sharon Coatney Pdf

This very readable text is updated to encompass the new role of school librarians in managing the digital world in libraries. This textbook is simply the ideal guide for preservice school librarians and those new to the field. After a brief introduction that describes the history of the role of the school librarian, the book covers how to choose a credential program, identify the requirements for working in each of the 50 states, and avoid the pitfalls of looking for and choosing a job. The text even supplies a first-week "survival guide" for excelling in that new position from the beginning, covering the challenges of successfully managing collections, facilities, personnel, and technology. Critical subject matter such as librarian/teacher collaboration, curriculum integration, proposal writing, tackling leadership, and the role of a school librarian in the legislative process are addressed as well. This latest version of this established, "go-to" text provides updated coverage of student learning assessment, supplies new information on managing digital and virtual libraries and collections as well as social media in the library media center, and supplies careful attention to key strategies to meet AASL and Common Core standards. - Presents up-to-date information and thorough revisions of a well-established and popular textbook - Highlights the teaching role of today's school librarian - Emphasizes the newest AASL standards, the Common Core standards, and the management of 21st-century digital and virtual libraries and collections - Supplies comprehensive coverage of current issues in school library media center administration

Author : Patricia A. Messner,Brenda S. Copeland
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2011-12-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781598848359

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School Library Management by Patricia A. Messner,Brenda S. Copeland Pdf

Written in clear, simple language, this book provides information that will help an aide or paraprofessional manage a school library. Setting up and managing a library media center is a complex task best handled by a certified and experienced librarian, but the fact of the matter is that many school districts have had to cut librarian positions and are attempting to fill the gaps with aides. School Library Management: Just the Basics describes the step-by-step process of setting up the management processes in a school library and outlines easy management concepts that will guide aides through challenges like setting up activity centers and establishing rules for behavior. With over three decades of experience in librarianship between them, the authors cover topics such as student incentives and rewards; scheduling and supervising computer usage; circulation procedures; training materials for volunteers; passes, book marks, and other patterns; and privacy issues. This book can also serve as an effective training guide for district librarians responsible for training aides who are running multiple centers.

Author : Ruth C Carter,Bruce E Massis
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 155 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-04-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781135792039

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The Practical Library Manager by Ruth C Carter,Bruce E Massis Pdf

Examine the nuts and bolts of successful management in today’s rapidly evolving libraries!This book is an essential primer for new library managers and directors. In addition to providing an overview of the practical aspects of management, it is a vital reference tool for managing your library and its staff. The Practical Library Manager’s informative text and comprehensive bibliographies of print and electronic resources can guide you to solutions to the issues that every fledgling library manager must deal with upon appointment.While there are many publications on library management, The Practical Library Manager is one of very few to focus on the practical issues of staffing and the importance of continuous staff training. Also, unlike other books on the subject, this book features a chapter that points you to relevant management texts originally written for the corporate world rather than the library profession.The Practical Library Manager is the perfect single source to help you: understand the challenges of staffing your library and training your staff explore new technology’s impact on library workers and evaluate training programs to help them keep up ensure that your staff has the core competencies they’ll need in the current climate build a “virtual library” decide whether your library should join a consortium and much more! In the words of the author: “Today, the most successful libraries in the country are those addressing the needs of both external and internal customers. However, it takes more than technology to change the working relationship between the institution and its customer. The guiding force for change must include a strong and respectful relationship between the library manager and staff. Much of what is written in this book can assist the fledgling manager in creating an environment of trust, teamwork, and respect.”

Author : Martha Wilson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1920
Category : Library administration
ISBN : UCAL:$B242072

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School Library Management by Martha Wilson Pdf

Author : Lesley S. J. Farmer
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2017-11-21
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838914946

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Managing the Successful School Library: Strategic Planning and Reflective Practice by Lesley S. J. Farmer Pdf

Author : William Webb
Publisher : Ridiculously Simple Books
Page : 121 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-07
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The School Librarian's Compass by William Webb Pdf

Step into the dynamic world of school library management and discover the transformative potential of an effectively managed learning hub. This compelling guide weaves together a broad range of topics and insights, making it a vital read for library professionals at any stage of their career. Filled with practical advice, real-world case studies, and forward-thinking strategies, the book takes you on a journey of discovery. It moves from the nitty-gritty of everyday operations to the wider strategic considerations, with every chapter serving as a building block in the creation of a vibrant, modern library space. Explore the possibilities offered by technology integration, learn the ins and outs of designing spaces that foster active learning, and delve into the practicalities of crafting effective policies and procedures. The book also provides critical insights on meeting future challenges, and a variety of resources to enhance your professional journey. But this guide doesn't stop at theory or general advice. It also features tangible examples from the field, sharing success stories and lessons learned from accomplished library managers. Additionally, it includes practical tools like budget plans and lists of professional organizations. Get ready to embark on an illuminating journey and elevate your library to new heights of success. This book is your map to creating a library space that is not just a place for books, but a cornerstone of learning, a catalyst for curiosity, and a hub of community engagement.

Author : Judith Anne Sykes
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-29
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781440844218

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The Whole School Library Learning Commons by Judith Anne Sykes Pdf

Introduce your teachers, librarians, and administrators to the roles and responsibilities of educators in advocating a whole school library learning commons using this step-by-step guide for creating shared learning space in your school. It is no surprise that technology has shifted the way we educate—bearing on how, what, and where we learn. This guide lays the framework for helping turn your school library into a whole school library learning commons (WSLLC)—a space where traditional academics merge with the latest technologies to engage learners in a way never before realized. Author Judith Anne Sykes contends that since the WSLLC philosophy allows staff and students to co-create knowledge in a shared space, it is more effective than the traditional approach. Sykes addresses the differences between a school library and a WSLLC, provides reasons to champion its creation in your institution, and discusses how to use mentoring as a means to sustain its survival. The book explores the roles and responsibilities of educators in developing WSLLC goals and presents strategies for using typical assessment tools—including standardized tests, report cards, and anecdotal assessments—to help support its philosophy.

Author : Blanche Woolls
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : UOM:39015013284016

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Managing School Library Media Programs by Blanche Woolls Pdf

This handbook covers what the novice media specialist needs to know from the first day on the job; what questions need to be asked; and what procedures need to be mastered from budgeting, facilities, and equipment to collection development, networks, and working with teachers.

Author : Kay Bishop,Jenny Cahall
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 117 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-16
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781598849875

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Positive Classroom Management Skills for School Librarians by Kay Bishop,Jenny Cahall Pdf

Some students are more "challenging" than most. This book helps school librarians prevent, deal with, and overcome discipline problems they may face when communicating with K–12 students. Positive Classroom Management Skills for School Librarians is a rich, highly needed collection of strategies and methods for building and maintaining a positive learning environment in the library classroom. Appropriate for both pre-service and practicing school librarians at all grade levels, this book provides suggested techniques and examples of best practices for managing students in a school library. This invaluable information has been obtained from observations of school librarians and from discussions with pre-service students, and based upon coauthor Kay Bishop's 20 years of experience as a school librarian in various library settings. Specific topics covered include establishing positive relationships between students and school librarians; characteristics of students in different grade levels; techniques that librarians can use for effectively managing students in the school library; ways to relate with diverse students, including students with special needs; managing students as they utilize technology in library settings; and designing a school library environment to avoid potential discipline problems.

Author : Blanche Woolls
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : UOM:39015032612080

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The School Library Media Manager by Blanche Woolls Pdf

Placing the school library media program in the context of global change and the contemporary educational environment, this work gives practicing media specialists, library students, and anyone considering a career as a media specialist a complete overview of the profession. It begins with available education programs, guidelines for selecting a position, and expectations for the first week in a new school. Following chapters cover all aspects of management, including staff (both professional and clerical), facility, collection, budget, marketing the program, evaluation, cooperation, networking, and planning for the future. Potential leadership opportunities and responsibilities for new technologies are also discussed. A practical introduction to the field, this work serves well both as a text and a professional resource.