The materials referred to in this column are chosen to help teacher-librarians design and teach tasks and lessons to facilitate student success in information-related tasks.
Electronic resources:
* Information Literacy and Library Skills Resources
This collection of online resources has been selected and made available as a way to help teacher-librarians make effective use of the vast resources of the Internet and World Wide Web. http://www.schoollibraries.org/resources/literacy.html
* Information Skills Resources
This list of Internet resources was compiled by the International Association of School Librarianship. http://www.iasl-slo.org/infoskills.html
* Big6.com: The Big6 Skills Information Problem-Solving Approach to Library and Information Skills Instruction
Developed by Mike Eisenberg and Bob Berkowitz, Big Six provides a systematic approach to information problem-solving. It is a systematic alternative to traditional K-12 frameworks that focus on location and access skills. http://www.big6.com/
* Filling the Toolbox: Classroom Strategies to Engender Student Questioning
From educational technology journal From Now On, this site offers strategies to improve student information processing and problem-solving skills. http://www.fno.org/toolbox.html
* Information Power: Building Partnerships for Learning
This AASL/AECT publication includes the Information Literacy Standards for Student Learning that will help students become skillful producers and consumers of information, along with the guidelines and principles that will help teacher-librarians create a dynamic, student-centered program. Includes excerpts and a link to information on ordering. http://www.ala.org/aasl/ip_toc.html
* ERIC Digest--The Role of the School Library Media Specialist in the 21st Century (2000) http:// www.ed.gov/databases/ERIC_Digests/ed446769.html
Electronic Discussion Groups:
* Big6
A list for discussing the Big Six information problem-solving process. To subscribe, address an e-mail message in the following manner:
To: listserv@listserv.syr.edu
Message: SUB BIG6 firstname lastname
Searchable archives: http://ericir.syr. edu/Virtual/Listserv_Archives/Big6.shtml
* InfoLit_Oz
An Australian list for discussing K-12 information literacy issues. To subscribe, address a blank e-mail message in the following manner:
To: InfoLit_Oz-request@listserv.csu.edu.au
Subject: subscribe
InfoLit_Oz web site: http://www.csu.edu.au/research/cstl/ version1/infolit_oz/infolit.html
* LM_NET
A list for discussing school library resource topics. To subscribe, address an e-mail message in the following manner:
To: listserv@listserv.syr.edu
Message: Subscribe LM_NET firstname lastname
Searchable Archives: http://askeric. org/Virtual/Listserv_Archives/LM_NET. shtml
LM_NET on the World Wide Web: http://www.askeric.org/lm_net/
The ERIC database
Three guides published by the American Library Association in 2001 present skill-level appropriate tools that foster collaboration between libraries and schools, teacher-librarians and teachers. The first, Information literacy toolkit: Grades Kindergarten-6, is organized into three parts--process overview, planning organizer and teaching tools--to help teacher-librarians and teachers introduce information literacy concepts and skills, and link literacy to standard subject areas. Includes CD-ROM and an index of black-line masters. Information literacy toolkit: Grades 7 and up covers more advanced skills in a broader context, applicable less to defined subject areas than to curricula as a whole. Includes CD-ROM, glossary and index. Research projects: An information literacy planner for students is a 16-page student workbook, challenging students to put the information literacy skills they have acquired to work--analyzing a research topic, brainstorming for ideas, actively taking notes, creating bibliographies and conducting focused research. 0-8389-3507-9, 185 pp., $45; 0-8389-3508-7, 142 pp., $45; 0-8389-3509-5, 16 pp., 30/$20. Available from the American Library Association, 1-800-545-2433; fax: 312-836-9958; web site: http://www.ala.org/editions. Not available from EDRS. ED454876
In her article "School-wide, multi-disciplinary portfolios," Mary-Alice Anderson describes a program developed at a Minnesota middle school to integrate the state standard for information literacy into the curriculum. She explains the role of the teacher-librarian and discusses the final product, a student portfolio in the form of a multimedia presentation that incorporates the newly acquired skills. Published in 2000 in MultiMedia Schools, 7(3), 20, 22-24. EJ613313
Doug Johnson addresses the development of an information literacy curriculum in his 1999 article, "A curriculum built not to last." Integrating media and technology, the curriculum was developed by teacher-librarians in Minnesota's Mankato Area Public Schools. The article's topics include identifying current skills; the Big6 information-processing model; grouping skills within the model; curriculum integration; projects to replace traditional written reports; identifying necessary resources; assessment tools; record-keeping systems; and revising. Published in School Library Journal, 45(4), 26-29. EJ586404
In her 1999 article "Creating an information literate school: Here and now," Gail Bush describes how, in order to help students become effective information users with a variety of sources, teacher-librarians at an Illinois high school designed a before school in-service training program, produced a 10-minute video illustrating the research process, and developed tie-ins to each department supporting the curriculum taught by content-area teachers. Published in NASSP Bulletin, 83(605), 62-67. EJ585577
Editors Mary Hackman and Paula Kay Montgomery show how the high school teacher-librarian and the English teacher can work together to integrate research and library information skills instruction in their 1999 publication, Library information skills and the high school English program, 2nd ed. This book offers teacher-librarians and teachers practical ideas, drawing from successful programs to demonstrate collaboration in composition, literature and the performing arts. After reviewing the evolution of teacher-librarian's role and ways to build relationships within the school and community, the book addresses standards, guidelines, frameworks and outcomes. Throughout the text new technologies are emphasized and the book stresses how the teacher-librarian can help teachers feel comfortable with those technologies while incorporating them into the program. Indexed. 1-56308-544-5, 136 pp., $25. Available from Libraries Unlimited, 1-800-237-6124; web site: http://www.lu.com. Not available from EDRS. ED428764
In a 1998 article entitled "Information power: Student achievement is the bottom line," Violet Harada and Jean Donham examine the student-centered Information power: Building partnerships for learning mission for school library programs and the corresponding information literacy standards. They discuss examples of content-area standards; instructional roles; and three strategies for developing an integrated library program--collaborating with teachers and administrators, leading and using technology. Published in Teacher Librarian, 26(1), 14-17. EJ582163
The indispensable librarian: Surviving (and thriving) in school media centers in the information age by Doug Johnson defines and clarifies the role of the teacher-librarian in a technology enhanced school, and provides relevant examples and advice on such topics as budgeting,
facilities design, planning, public relations and staff development. Each of 10 chapters includes anecdotes, examples, and quotations from various sources. Includes a bibliography of technology and change resources. 0-938865-64-1, 163 pp., $36.95. Published in 1997, it is available from Linworth Publishing, web site: http://www.linworth.com. Not available from EDRS. ED414943
Also available is a book compiling 51 lesson plans for Grades K-6, integrating technology into the curriculum. Edited by Linda Skeele, Teaching information literacy using electronic resources for Grades K-6 offers lesson plans on topics such as online versus traditional card catalog, exploring the technology in the media center, electronic encyclopedias and CD-ROMs, using and producing a video in the classroom, and many other topics. Appropriate grade level is indicated for each lesson plan. Reproducible activity forms follow many lesson plans. An electronic skills/curriculum cross-referencing schematic is included to help locate lesson plans quickly. 0-938865-44-7, 192 pp, $39.95. Published in 1996, it is available from Linworth Publishing, web site: http://www.linworth.com. Not available from EDRS. ED406995
Editor Mary Alice Anderson provides 53 lesson plans for Grades 6-12, written by various authors and focusing on the integration of technology into the curriculum in Teaching information literacy using electronic resources for Grades 6-12. Also published in 1996, it covers online catalog searching, electronic encyclopedias, CD-ROM databases, exploring the Internet, creating a computer slide show, desktop publishing and other topics. Appropriate grade level is indicated for each lesson plan. Reproducible activity forms follow many lesson plans. An electronic skills/curriculum cross-referencing schematic is included to help locate lesson plans quickly. 0-938865-45-5, 235 pp., $39.95. Available from Linworth Publishing, web site: http://www.linworth.com. Not available from EDRS. ED406994
In Developing an integrated library program, authors Donna Miller and J'Lynn Anderson provide teacher-librarians, teachers and administrators with a step-by-step method for integrating library resources and skills into all curriculum areas, using major units of study that are team-planned, team-produced and team-taught. The book discusses components of the program and its relative strengths over traditional school library programs; research-based rationale for the program and its real-life implications; the planning team and collaboration among teachers, administrators and the teacher-librarian; implementation of the program for Grades K-12; potential obstacles; and qualitative benefits. Lesson plans for Grades K-8 are provided. Appendices include ideas for unit planning times; steps for developing a task card, tips for a successful integrated library program, curriculum map and a list of children's books used in the units. Published in 1996. 0-938865-51-X, 97 pp., $24.95. Available from Linworth Publishing, web site: http://www.linworth.com. Not available from EDRS. ED406989
The Montana State Office of Public Instruction published The Montana library and information skills model curriculum guide in 1994, providing a model for library programs. Created by Nancy Keenan and others, the 106-page guide covers mission statements, collaborative planning process, problem-solving process and skills, literacy programs and position statements on technology, flexible scheduling, appropriate staffing and the role of the school library resource program. Appendices provide a list of information and library resource skills, 10 ways to analyze children's books for racism and sexism, examples for content area reading, assessment models, and model lessons. Available from EDRS (http://orders.edrs.com/members/sp.cfm? AN=ED382216). ED382216
From the California Media and Library Educators Association, From library skills to information literacy: A handbook for the 21st century is a handbook designed to help teacher-librarians and classroom teachers integrate information literacy into the curriculum. It provides models and strategies to encourage students to find, analyze, create and use information as they become productive citizens. Topics covered include stages of the research process; instructional planning for information literacy; instructional strategies for developing information literacy; sample scenarios of integrated units; and integrating information literacy into local or state frameworks. Appendices include a report on integrating information literacy into national agendas and a planning guide for research process competencies. Published in 1994. 0-9315-1049-X, 167 pp., $20. Available from Libraries Unlimited, web site: http://www.lu.com. Not available from EDRS. ED369415
"Collaboration: Partnerships for instructional improvement" by Robert Berkowitz and others discusses the value of an integrated approach to library and information skills instruction and the necessity for cooperation between teachers and teacher-librarians. The focus is on a unit on global studies, developed for Grade 10, that incorporates information skills. Subject area objectives, materials, activities and evaluation guidelines are included. Published in 1994 in School Library Media Activities Monthly, 10(7), 32-32. EJ478120
The shift from "library skills" to "information skills" is the topic of Ruth Dishnow's 1994 article, "Updating a library and information skills guide." She describes the revision of the 1987 edition of The Wisconsin library media skills guide to emphasize information skills rather than library skills. Topics discussed include cooperation between teacher-librarians and classroom teachers, including curriculum development and flexible scheduling; new technology; literature use; and suggested activities and resources. Published in School Library Media Activities Monthly, 10(6), 27-28, 47. EJ477976
Published by the Texas Education Agency, The library media center: A force for student excellence examines how teacher-librarians, teachers and administrators can work together to meet the library's mission of preparing students to enter the information age of the 21st century and ensure that students can effectively locate, access, interpret, evaluate and communicate information. Topics in this 96-page 1993 publication include the school library resource program; library staff; resources; facilities; financial support; the library resource center and the curriculum; and the library resource center and technology. Available from EDRS (http://orders.edrs.com/members/sp.cfm? AN=ED366345). ED366345
Literature connections: The teacher and teacher-librarian partnership was published in 1991 by the British Columbia Department of Education's Learning Resources Branch. It is designed to help teachers, teacher-librarians, administrators and district staff create a literature program that integrates literature within the context of resource-based learning. The 180-page book is organized into three sections: Critical Components of Learning through Literature; Critical Components Applied; and Reference List and Notes. 0-7726-1300-1. Available from EDRS (http://orders.edrs.com/members/ sp.cfm?AN=ED411789). ED411789
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