School Librarian. Praxis 5312
What are some tools school librarians use to evaluate the effectiveness of their
programs? - answer- a digital survey asking specific questions
- observation
- use library stats: # of check outs/ins, patrons, most used resource
- simply asking students/staff how pleased or displeased they are with the library
- usability
What methods might the school librarian use to conduct a needs assessment to identify
and prioritize curricular, student, and staff needs? - answer- survey asking about what
works and what needs improvement
- analyze collection to see if there's material to address key concepts and standards
taught
- observe how often materials are used
- availability of resources
How can the school librarian promote the school library programs, resources, and
services to students, staff, and the community? - answer- listing resources on library
website
- creating posters about new material
- creating and changing displays to show available material about a specific subject
What are some of the considerations involved in developing the school library budget? -
answer- amount available and deadline
- software and licensing costs
- subscriptions for magazines
- what needs to address first
- percentage of what portion of the budget can be spent on items needed
How does a school librarian manage staff and volunteers effectively? - answer- be sure
staff has a clear understanding of library policy, duties and responsibilities, and
compensation
- sign in/up to track volunteers that support not replace staff
What legal and ethical issues are related to school library policies and procedures? -
answer- equality (availability, special needs, etc.)
- confidentiality
- collection appropriate for age of students served
- censor library materials
What are some tools school librarians use to evaluate the effectiveness of their
programs? - answer- a digital survey asking specific questions
- observation
- use library stats: # of check outs/ins, patrons, most used resource
- simply asking students/staff how pleased or displeased they are with the library
- usability
What methods might the school librarian use to conduct a needs assessment to identify
and prioritize curricular, student, and staff needs? - answer- survey asking about what
works and what needs improvement
- analyze collection to see if there's material to address key concepts and standards
taught
- observe how often materials are used
- availability of resources
How can the school librarian promote the school library programs, resources, and
services to students, staff, and the community? - answer- listing resources on library
website
- creating posters about new material
- creating and changing displays to show available material about a specific subject
What are some of the considerations involved in developing the school library budget? -
answer- amount available and deadline
- software and licensing costs
- subscriptions for magazines
- what needs to address first
- percentage of what portion of the budget can be spent on items needed
How does a school librarian manage staff and volunteers effectively? - answer- be sure
staff has a clear understanding of library policy, duties and responsibilities, and
compensation
- sign in/up to track volunteers that support not replace staff
What legal and ethical issues are related to school library policies and procedures? -
answer- equality (availability, special needs, etc.)
- confidentiality
- collection appropriate for age of students served
- censor library materials
