Gone are expectations for librarians to be book-dusting shushers. A productive library is a learning commons. It has movement, flow, noise. You see groups of people talking, sharing, creating. You see a mentor who encourages collaboration, questioning, and thoughtful problem-solving. Librarians are elements of a productive and successful school environment. You see them teaching and modeling in classrooms, preparing audiovisual technology for meetings and performances, supporting classroom technology, and greeting students in the hallways.
My personal goals always keep students at the center of my focus. Students are the foundation of a strong library program. They need to feel safe, welcomed, and included in the programs and resources offered to them. They need a voice, along with someone to listen. They need tools, time, and staff to support their creativity and own personal goals.
Teachers and librarians work together to lead students in understanding and interpreting information. Tools of the trade still include paper, pencil, and printed text, but extend into creating and analyzing information aligned with ISTE digital competencies. Librarians are integral in supporting leadership initiatives in schools. They serve and lead in committees, and work closely with administration to provide quality resources to the learning community. This is librarianship in the modern world.
My personal goals always keep students at the center of my focus. Students are the foundation of a strong library program. They need to feel safe, welcomed, and included in the programs and resources offered to them. They need a voice, along with someone to listen. They need tools, time, and staff to support their creativity and own personal goals.
Teachers and librarians work together to lead students in understanding and interpreting information. Tools of the trade still include paper, pencil, and printed text, but extend into creating and analyzing information aligned with ISTE digital competencies. Librarians are integral in supporting leadership initiatives in schools. They serve and lead in committees, and work closely with administration to provide quality resources to the learning community. This is librarianship in the modern world.
International Society for Technology in Education Standards
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