Library Instruction in the 21st Century BoE presentation--Oct. - PDF document

Library Instruction in the 21st Century BoE presentation--Oct. 17, 2016 Ellen Lawrence & Kerrin Riley D86 Library Department Chairs Research ReadingTechnologyEnvironment The 21st Century Then Now Library - NOT your typical library!

National School Library Program of the Year 2012 District 86 Library Mission Statement Teach all of our students to thoughtfully inquire about the world around them, efficiently seek information which addresses those inquiries, critically evaluate the quality of that information, capably apply the knowledge acquired to new problems, questions, or ideas, and objectively assess the work they produce as a result of the research process. Collaborate with other teachers to design and implement lessons and assessments which challenge our students to become effective users of ideas and information, perhaps the single most important 21st century skill. How about this Provide leadership, instruction , and expertise in the use of information and technology that encourages creative problem solving and ethical, socially responsible sharing of information. Provide access to a variety of quality resources which support the curriculum and meet the diverse needs and interests of our school community in a vibrant learning environment equipped for the demands of 21st century teaching and learning. Promote lifelong learning through programming which encourages reading, inquiry, and the use of technology to meet learning goals. D86 Libraries--Teach and Collaborate

D86 Libraries--Leadership and Expertise D86 Libraries--Access to Resources 2011-12 2015-16 Change - 115 Enrollment 4532 4417 + 6 Total facility reservations 8535 8541 - 27% Total # items circulated 27,586 20,270 + 60% Database usage (top 2 vendors) 74,037 118,472

D86 Libraries-- Access to Personalized Learning Spaces During the 2015-16 school year, 51,349 students choose to utilize the library during lunch & study hall periods. D86 Libraries--Promote Lifelong learning

So why is library instruction essential? BECAUSE THE MAJORITY OF COLLEGE FRESHMEN DO NOT FEEL PREPARED FOR COLLEGE LEVEL RESEARCH EXPECTATIONS. Libraries Transform http://www.ilovelibraries.org/librariestransform/because Strong School Libraries Build Strong Students Over 21 state studies confirm that school librarians and school libraries support students in academic achievement, lifelong learning, 21st century skills, and reading. School libraries provide equitable physical and intellectual access to the resources and tools required for learning in a warm, stimulating, and safe environment. Student test scores were higher the more time librarians worked cooperatively with classroom teachers, the more they taught information literacy independently, and the more they provided in-service training to teachers. Strong School Libraries Build Strong Students http://www.ala.org/aasl/sites/ala.org.aasl/files/content/aaslissues/advocacy/AASL_infographic.pdf

Information Literacy Defined: Access and Evaluate Information Access information efficiently (time) and effectively ● (sources) Evaluate information critically and competently ● Use and Manage Information Use information accurately and creatively for the ● issue or problem at hand Manage the flow of information from a wide variety ● of sources Apply a fundamental understanding of the ● ethical/legal issues surrounding the access and use of information Googling vs. Researching

vs. Google: Research: What are some of the Is the government ever ways the US government justified in monitoring the monitors its citizens? private lives of its Googling citizens? Why or why not? vs. Researching How many veterans are What is the most homeless in America? significant step that can be taken to reduce poverty in America? Freshmen Data Central and South PRE-TEST POST-TEST 20% met or exceeded 58% met or exceeded achievement targets achievement targets As a district, 72% of students advanced a performance level as a result of direct librarian instruction.

Sample Test Items Our assessments are aligned to: The American Library Association Standards for the 4. You have developed the following research question: Should high schools require uniforms? Which keyword search would return the 21st-Century Learner MOST useful results? a. school uniforms b. high school dress code ISTE Standards for Students c. “high school” AND uniforms d. “high school” OR uniforms Common Core State Standards Final Thoughts

Resources D86 Collection Development Procedures http://bit.do/d86libraries (this is a pdf document) Libraries Transform http://www.ilovelibraries.org/librariestransform/because Strong School Libraries Build Strong Students http://www.ala.org/aasl/sites/ala.org.aasl/files/content/aaslissues/advocacy/AASL_infographic.pdf Information Literacy Defined http://www.allpurposeguru.com/2010/04/information-literacy-the-work-of-librarians-past-and-present/ Google vs. Researching http://rutgersprl.tumblr.com/post/29565475121/just-get-all-of-the-sources-for-your-research Research and the Library https://twitter.com/angiecmiller74/status/777890332746932224 @LibrariansLead post by Angie Miller Matthew Barrett quote http://www.accessola2.com/superconference2007/thurs/413/quotes.pdf Image attributions https://brockport175.wordpress.com/2010/11/30/card-catalogs-what-fun/ http://books0977.tumblr.com/post/118379841752/woman-reading-book-among-shelves-on-balcony-in http://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-strange-history-of-microfilm-which-will-be-with-us-for-centuries https://mrlibrarydude.wordpress.com/ http://librarynewb.blogspot.com/