Discusses the nature of locally based research, demonstrates its relevance to the concerns of school library media specialists, and outlines the phases and steps involved in conducting locally based research. Resources for, and benefits of, locally based research are also discussed. A 15-item reference list is included. (JL)

A statement of the developmental process and content of the AASL certification model. (Author)

The Guidelines Manual produced by the Media Guidelines Project consists of five major sections, the first of which is a checklist offering a roster of criteria related to media training programs and against which planners and evaluators can develop concepts, gather information, construct specifications and make judgments. The second part of the…

Suggests seven basic steps of instructional design to be used by library media specialists in planning with teachers for instructional development efforts. (Author/CMV)

This study presents a synthesis of the problems and questions drawn from the development of school media centers, particularly on the basis of existing school libraries. Attention is given to strategies which have already been used, to allow choice depending on local requirements, rather than suggesting ready-made solutions. Sections in the guide…

A developmental effort--the Media Guidelines Project--sought to create and validate criteria to assist in planning media training programs, in evaluating media-related training proposals, and in assessing training program outputs. The ultimate purpose was to insure the development of manpower with the competencies which will be required in the…

This handbook is intended to assist school media specialists, librarians, and audiovisualists in planning for the development of a program that will guide students to become effective, independent learners and will help teachers to become stimulating and innovative instructors. The quantitative guidelines presented are arranged in three phases to…

Included in this document are a conference program, a conference public relations (P.R.) handbook, an evaluation form, and notes outlining discussions and speeches from the conference. Topics covered include getting the most out of the conference; P.R. from the personal point of view; competition in education P.R.; P.R. within the school and the…

These standards describe the purposes and services, (including administrative, financial, and evaluative elements) of effective learning resources programs (LRPs), and outline the development of a single integrated service concerned with the improvement of instruction. An introductory section describes the roles, objectives, and purposes of LRPs…

The media center concept of education implies making available many types of materials to aid children in learning. The success of the media program depends on continued cooperation between teachers and the media specialist. A media program encourages and enables pupils to pursue individual interests while teachers or media specialists are engaged…

Designed for use by Utah elementary and secondary schools, this manual includes a statement of purpose for school library media programs which outlines the critical components and functions of a successful program. Guidelines cover the following areas: competencies desirable for an effective school media specialist; library media center staffing…

This practical, hands-on guide is designed to assist school library media specialists in planning, funding, implementing, and promoting special events programs. The text contains program ideas, planning documents, and tips for successful programs. Guidelines are provided on how to incorporate special events programs into a yearly curriculum plan,…

Intended to serve primarily as a guideline, this manual presents an example of how one rural school system restructured its curriculum to integrate career education into the program. Based on flexibility and adaptation, it presents six areas for consideration: (1) the eight elements of career education; (2) the advantages and disadvantages of…