Beyond the bookshelves: 3 ways school libraries have evolved to meet students’ needs
Innovative ideas for school libraries
Everything a school library should be--and how to get your school library there
School libraries have evolved from strict, quiet, hush-hush rooms to more interactive spaces with flexible seating, readily-available edtech tools, and educators on hand to help with research, critical resource evaluation, makerspaces. It’s in school libraries where students often discover and hone their love of coding and programming, create amazing projects via makerspaces, and where they develop important 21st-century skills.
Maximizing librarian efficiency with collaborative solutions
Collaboration and time-saving digital tools can significantly alleviate librarians’ workload and ultimately enhance student outcomes
Friday 5: The pivotal role of school libraries
School libraries are many things to many different user groups--but they're an absolutely essential part of today's schools
Beyond simple search: The benefits of topic browsing in library databases
Laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning by building essential research skills begins in the library and extends to the classroom and beyond
Innovative ideas for school libraries
Everything a school library should be--and how to get your school library there
Digital citizenship, digital literacy, and education
The Oshkosh Area School District is actively addressing digital citizenship with students in the district's elementary, middle, and high schools
10 reasons we love school librarians
School librarians play a critical role in teaching, learning, research, and sharing information
Building culture and community takes more than a committee
No matter an organization's shape or size, it takes more than a leader to make change and transform culture--it takes all of us
Modern students need modern librarians
What it’s like being a librarian in 2022, and how librarians provide students with access to resources they need to succeed
4 ways library media specialists lead digital transformations in districts
Let your library media specialists lead your school’s digital transformation through edtech coordination, motivation, information, and education
School libraries are disappearing when students need them most
Children and teens are increasingly online--librarians and media specialists can help them sort fact from fiction
6 time-saving tech tricks for school librarians
School librarians can leverage edtech tools to engage with students, support teachers, and make their school libraries dynamic and welcoming learning spaces
5 ways to support students’ access to diverse books
Students of all races, genders, religions, languages, abilities, interests, and beliefs should have access to diverse texts and have affirmative literary experiences
How one district used federal funds to boost its digital library
Go for the grant—school libraries are always a safe bet when it comes to federal funding allocation
Are banned books challenges, or opportunities for innovation?
Banned books inspire heated debates—how can librarians and educators go behind the hype and offer more diverse content to students?
Student-centered learning lessons from the Future Ready Library Summit
As students return to the classroom, school librarians understand the importance of student-centered learning and social-emotional support
5 digital tools for school libraries
School libraries are the gateway to a plethora of skills and resources--here are a few digital tools to add to the catalog
Facing the future through Future Ready
Libraries and librarians play a critical role in every aspect of teaching and learning—discover what it means to be Future Ready
Defining Future Ready by reflecting on the past
Libraries and librarians play a critical role in every aspect of teaching and learning—discover what it means to be Future Ready
The Making of the Modern Librarian: The Value of School Libraries
With new technological advancements and the onset of digital media centers, students and teachers have realized the value of school libraries
How school librarians are getting creative in a pandemic
Libraries may be closed in many districts, but school librarians are using resourcefulness and determination to make sure students are reading
School librarians can save democracy
When it comes to equity, critical thinking skills, and evaluating information, school librarians are critical for students
7 tips for future-proofing school libraries
The future of school libraries is all about providing equitable access for all students
10 ways administrators can collaborate with librarians–even remotely
Long gone are the days when librarians were simply the “keeper of books”--learn how this critical school role is rapidly evolving
10 reasons school librarians are more important than ever before
School librarians are often some of the most influential people in the building--here's why
K-12 Library & Media Technology Guide
eSchool News Library & Media Technology Guide Everything You Need to Know. Everyone You Need to Reach. • Why school ... Read more
School librarians facilitate meaningful learning despite massive school closures
As a global pandemic forces physical school closures, school librarians are getting creative in their connections
The New Librarian: Using advocacy to promote leadership
Here are a few steps you can take to empower your librarians
The New Librarian: How I created a makerspace
