| Can you identify these factors in your school environment? |
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... the principal plays an important role in leading and supporting the
school library
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... the school library program is communicated to the principal, the staff,
the students, and the community |
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... the role of the teacher-librarian is understood in the school and the
school library program is integrated throughout the school |
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... the staff has expectations for the involvement of the teacher-librarian
in school programs |
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... the teacher-librarian has a role in the professional learning community of
the school |
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... the teacher-librarian organizes and provides professional development
opportunities for the staff |
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... collection development is based on curriculum guided selection, weeding,
and renewal |
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... flexible scheduling allows for the maximize involvement of staff with the
teacher-librarian with all staff and students |
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... sufficient planning time is provided for effective instructional design and
development |
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... the facility is constantly evaluated and modified to support learning/teaching
needs |
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Reflective Practitioner
Review each of the above factors and assess if they are an asset in the effectiveness
of your school library program
Do you feel that you are having successful collaborative partnerships with your staff?
List some improvements you would like to make and an action plan for each. |
