Full Description
This techno-savvy, print-ready, book and CD contains essential documents for school libraries at the preschool, elementary, middle school, and high school levels, including the latest Web 2.0 tools and technology resources.
Many school librarians face similar inquiries, such as students confused about writing citations, teachers seeking a quick way to plan a research unit, parents seeking advice on getting their child to read, or a volunteer needing instruction on shelving books. All are valid and urgent questions requiring immediate responses. In today's digital world, answering these questions is both easier and more complicated. While the plethora of online applications allows easier sharing of documents, the latest technologies have also raised new issues and added new complications.
The second edition of Essential Documents for School Libraries provides practical written and online solutions to common challenges in school libraries. Integrating traditional and electronic means of communication, this book provides invaluable sample documents backed up by a carefully reasoned approach and practical guidelines for the strategic management of any school library. These essential documents not only improve your ability to work with teachers and students, but also help you use your library to build a positive school culture.
Contents
Figures
Contents for CD
About the Author
Introduction
CHAPTER 1: PLANNING DOCUMENTS
What Are Planning Documents?
The Role of Planning Documents
Groundwork
Know District Policy
Involve Others
Reflect on Past Experiences
Collect Data
Writing
Defining Documents
Long-Term Planning (Three to Five Years)
Short-Term Planning (One Year)
Personal Plans
Getting the Green Light
Going 24/7
Achieving Results
CHAPTER 2: OFFICIAL REPORTS
What Are Official Reports?
The Role of Official Reports
Groundwork
Know District Policy
Involve Others
Reflect on Past Experiences
Collect Data
Writing
Inventory
Collection Needs
Technology Needs
Budget Spending
Circulation
Library Programming
Challenged Materials
Library Committee
Annual Report
Getting the Green Light
Going 24/7
Achieving Results
CHAPTER 3: PUBLICITY
What Are Publicity Documents?
The Role of Publicity Documents
Groundwork
Know District Policy
Involve Others
Reflect on Past Experiences
Collect Data
Writing
Getting the Green Light
Going 24/7
Achieving Results
CHAPTER 4: TEACHING DOCUMENTS
What Are Teaching Documents?
The Role of Teaching Documents
Groundwork
Know District Policy
Involve Others
Reflect on Past Experiences
Collect Data
Writing
Getting the Green Light
Going 24/7
Achieving Results
CHAPTER 5: PROGRAMMING DOCUMENTS
What Are Programming Documents?
The Role of Programming Documents
Groundwork
Know District Policy
Involve Others
Reflect on Past Experiences
Collect Data
Writing
Getting the Green Light
Going 24/7
Achieving Results
CHAPTER 6: PROCEDURES
What Are Procedures?
The Role of Procedures
Groundwork
Know District Policy
Involve Others
Reflect on Past Experiences
Collect Data
Writing
Getting the Green Light
Going 24/7
Achieving Results
CHAPTER 7: GUIDELINES
What Are Guidelines?
The Role of Guidelines
Groundwork
Know District Policy
Involve Others
Reflect on Past Experiences
Collect Data
Writing
Guidelines for Appropriate Behavior
Getting the Green Light
Going 24/7
Achieving Results
Judgment Calls
The Exception Proves the Rule
Contents for CD
Bibliography
Index
