By working through these cases and the accompanying learning exercises, both pre-service and practicing school librarians will strengthen their readiness, expand their perspectives, and build confidence for solving problems and making informed, thoughtful decisions in their school libraries.\nIn their preparation for school librarianship, library students learn foundational ideals and observe best practices that center and guide their work. However, discussions of aspirational versions of school librarianship often leave out sufficient practice in managing the many challenges and decisions school librarians face on the job. In this book, veteran educator Rebecca J. Morris uses stories of day-to-day librarianship to empower school librarians as they navigate and manage the complex interactions, decisions, and opportunities of their work.\nThe book's alignment with the AASL/CAEP standards makes it helpful to school library educators planning curriculum, syllabi, and course activities. Perfect for reading or study groups, graduate classes, and professional development, these stories invite reflection and lively conversation.

The School Librarian's Compass: Stories and Reflections to Help You Find Your Way

Business & Money

Morris, Rebecca J.

Management & Leadership

Bloomsbury Libraries Unlimited

School Libraries and Student Learning: A Guide for School Leaders

Innovative, well-designed school library programs can be critical resources for helping students meet high standards of college and career readiness. In School Libraries and Student Learning, Rebecca J. Morris shows how school leaders can make the most of their school libraries to support ambitious student learning. She offers practical strategies for collaboration between school leaders, teachers, and librarians to meet schoolwide objectives in literacy, assessment, student engagement, and inquiry-based learning. Topics include:
<ul>
<li>establishing “makerspaces” and “learning commons” to support student-centered learning;</li>
<li>developing a schoolwide focus on literacy across multiple formats and devices;</li>
<li>redesigning lesson plans that foster inquiry and critical thinking across classrooms and grade levels;</li>
<li>supporting collaboration between teachers and librarians in instruction and assessment; and</li>
<li>using the library to strengthen ties between school, family, and community.</li>
</ul>This accessible guide will help librarians and school leaders work together to bring student learning to a new level.

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Harvard Education Press

Innovative, well-designed school library programs can be critical resources for helping students meet high standards of college and career readiness. In School Libraries and Student Learning, Rebecca J. Morris shows how school leaders can make the most of their school libraries to support ambitious student learning. She offers practical strategies for collaboration between school leaders, teachers, and librarians to meet schoolwide objectives in literacy, assessment, student engagement, and inquiry-based learning. Topics include:establishing “makerspaces” and “learning commons” to support student-centered learning;developing a schoolwide focus on literacy across multiple formats and devices;redesigning lesson plans that foster inquiry and critical thinking across classrooms and grade levels;supporting collaboration between teachers and librarians in instruction and assessment; andusing the library to strengthen ties between school, family, and community.This accessible guide will help librarians and school leaders work together to bring student learning to a new level.

This ultimate guide focuses on case research, writing, and teaching for a revolutionary new form of teaching case―Compact Cases. Designed to be read in 15 minutes or less, Compact Cases provide a more engaging learning experience for today’s students. Compact Cases overcome students’ lack of preparation for case discussions by making cases more accessible, readable and engaging. Whether students read a Compact Case before class or in class, better learning outcomes can be achieved by actively engaging students in case analysis and discussion. Annotated cases, examples from published cases, helpful checklists, roadmaps, and writing prompts are provided to assist others in mastering the writing of short teaching cases and the accompanying teaching notes. Readers will learn to identify suitable case topics, develop effective learning objectives, use appropriate research methodologies, write lively and short prose, create more engaging exhibits, and prepare value-added teaching notes. Teaching strategies for effectively using Compact Cases online, in person, or blended teaching modes are provided. Strategies for publishing cases are provided to help case writers successfully share their work with others. Novice and experienced case writers will find tips, ideas, and strategies to improve student learning by using and writing Compact Cases.

The Ultimate Guide to Compact Cases: Case Research, Writing, and Teaching

Education & Reference

Emerald Publishing Limited

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The School Librarian's Compass: Stories and Reflections to Help You Find Your Way

School Libraries and Student Learning: A Guide for School Leaders

School Libraries and Student Learning: A Guide for School Leaders

The Ultimate Guide to Compact Cases: Case Research, Writing, and Teaching