Discussion of academic library instruction programs for high school students focuses on a model based on cooperation between classroom teachers and librarians from the high school and the university. A library instruction program at the University of Richmond for an eleventh grade honors English class is described. (LRW)

Describes the planning and implementation of a computerized writing center that is located in a high school library. Cooperation between the librarian and the classroom teacher is discussed; various writing assignments and the role of the librarian are described; and library services to teachers that support the writing center are explained. (LRW)

Illustrates how the "Big Six Skills" model of information problem solving (Task Definition, Information Seeking Strategies, Location and Access, Use of Information, Synthesis, and Evaluation) is a perfect match to the influx of technology in student research. Outlines two typical assignments that focus the Big Six perspective on the…

Seven articles explore and suggest means of publicizing school library services to students, teachers, administrators, and the general community. (CLB)

Twelve articles provide practical information for high school librarians computerizing their libraries, including suggestions for purchasing software and hardware, planning and managing a computer laboratory, and using computers for student instruction and for library procedures. A suggested basic software collection for the secondary library…

Brief articles by junior and senior high school librarians describe how they teach library skills, including integration with classroom activities; use of videotapes; gaming; student participation in booktalks, instruction, and updating of vertical files; courses in librarianship and reading aloud. A bibliography of audiovisuals is also provided.…

Includes nine articles that discuss audiovisuals in junior and senior high school libraries. Highlights include skills that various media require and foster; teaching students how to make effective audiovisuals; film production; state media contests; library orientation videos; slide-tape shows; photographic skills; and the use of audiovisuals to…

Includes 10 articles that address issues involved in teaching library skills in middle schools and junior and senior high schools. Topics discussed include computer-based technology; blending print and electronic sources; search strategies for online systems; expert systems for reference questions; information skills and thinking skills; and…