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| Buboltz, Dale | 1 |
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| Higgins, Wanda | 1 |
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| Smeltzer, Tracey L. | 1 |
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Smeltzer, Tracey L. – Book Report, 1999
Describes a high school library orientation program, based on research and writing, that is centered on the curriculum and integrates the subjects of science and English. Discusses class assignments, the library orientation manual and steps in the library instruction process, and writing as an effective learning tool across the curriculum. (AEF)
Descriptors: Assignments, Course Integrated Library Instruction, Curriculum Development, High Schools
Pitel, Vonna J. – Book Report, 1991
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)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Course Integrated Library Instruction, Library Role, Library Services
Eisenberg, Michael B. – Book Report, 2000
Responds to an earlier article regarding school librarians. Topics include professionalization through education and certification programs; the mission statement for library media programs; instruction and training roles; service versus instruction; and the value of information skills. (LRW)
Descriptors: Certification, Elementary Secondary Education, Information Skills, Learning Resources Centers
Berkowitz, Robert E.; And Others – Book Report, 1987
Seven articles explore and suggest means of publicizing school library services to students, teachers, administrators, and the general community. (CLB)
Descriptors: Bulletin Boards, Community Support, Educational Media, Learning Resources Centers
Gierke, Carolyn – Book Report, 1999
Discussion of block scheduling in secondary schools focuses on its impact on the school library media center. Discusses increased demand for library services, scheduling classes, the impact on librarians' time, teaching information technology, local area networks, and the increased pace of activity. (LRW)
Descriptors: Block Scheduling, Information Technology, Learning Resources Centers, Library Instruction
Higgins, Wanda – Book Report, 1999
Offers suggestions to make high school libraries more appealing to students, based on results of a student survey. Highlights include comfortable furniture; decorated walls; community information; limiting rules, including the amount of noise allowed; friendly staff; longer hours; more varied programs, including outside speakers; orientation…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Access to Information, Furniture, High School Students
Buboltz, Dale; And Others – Book Report, 1991
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…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Expert Systems, Junior High Schools, Learning Activities
