This selected annotated bibliography lists almost two hundred documents, added to the ERIC data base since 1972, which deal with adaptations of the learning resources center concept to specific situations. The bibliography is divided into ten sections: (1) elementary and secondary schools; (2) colleges and universities; (3) personnel and training;…

This annotated bibliography of selection and finding sources for both print and nonprint materials is intended for use by the librarian or media specialist. Materials listed are related to many different subject areas, skill levels, and formats for pre-school through area school students and teachers. Inclusion in the list has been limited, in…

This bibliography is a supplement to those originally contained in the Iowa Department of Public Instruction documents "Plan for Progress in the Media Center," a series published in 1969 and 1970. The series outlined standards for school media centers throughout the state. This document is divided into six subject categories: (1) Standards (which…

This bibliography presents selected monographs, journal articles, and dissertations dealing with school libraries/media centers. The 119 citations are listed in six categories: (1) bibliographies; (2) evolution of the media center concept; (3) development of instructional technology; (4) research supporting the media center concept; (5) standards…

Provides a list of Patricia Polacco's books that feature her signature artwork. Includes ideas for activities to extend the books into the classroom or library media center. Also lists related information sources about Polacco's life and work including Web sites. (LRW)

Selectively listed by state are the names and addresses of museums in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico which feature film programs as part of their regular activities. The list, acknowledged to be less than complete, includes some natural history and science museums, some anthropology museums, and state and county historical societies. The…

In compliance with Section 59-31-10 of the 1976 School Laws of South Carolina, this document provides a bibliography of standard lists that media specialists, teachers, and administrators may use as a guide for reviewing and selecting instructional materials for elementary and secondary public school library media centers. Sources of selection…

Presents results of a search of ERIC, "Wilson Library Literature", and "Dissertation Abstracts" that looked for any mention of school library media specialists or programs that deal specifically with research. Expresses concern about the lack of research reported in the field. (LRW)

This directory lists resources on productivity in the following major areas: (1) sources on productivity and worklife information; (2) information resources for productivity research; and (3) publications of the National Center for Productivity and Quality of Working Life. (Author/JLL)

This guide lists a variety of resources relating to the use of films and other audiovisual materials in motion picture arts courses. Sections on books, pamphlets, and articles; periodicals; key organizations; and sources for film/television materials include brief descriptions. Nontheatrical distributors are listed for 16mm feature films, special…

A reference for teachers, administrators, and social scientists, this directory includes descriptions of 111 social studies/social science service organizations--type of service, educational level, purpose, current projects, and geographic area served. Organizations are listed alphabetically. The directory also contains lists of cross-references…

Describes the life of Steven Kellogg, a children's book illustrator and writer. Includes extension ideas for school library media center activities related to his works and presents a selected annotated bibliography in chronological order, videos, and biographical information. (LRW)

This 17-item annotated bibliography of both retrospective and more recent information sources contains references to books and journal articles on flexible scheduling in library media centers. (MES)

Discussion of the use of poetry in the classroom highlights 15 poetry books and suggests numerous activities appropriate for grades 2 through 5 in the subject areas of African Americans, birds, color, discoveries, families, food/eating, haiku, multiculturalism, Native Americans, nature, New England, Paul Revere/biographies, seasons, trains, and…

This bibliography provides a selective list of books that could be purchased for a basic reference collection in an elementary (kindergarten through grade 6) library media center. The materials are arranged both by type of reference tool and by subject area. Contents include: (1) Almanacs; (2) Dictionaries; (3) Encyclopedias; (4) Customs,…