instructional materials centers

Defines more than 375 basic and technical terms used by K-12 school library media specialists.

Provides an overview and reference on library related topics for school library staff members, covering the mission of the school library, staffing, policies, organization, safety considerations, the library environment, marketing and public relations, collection development, and programming.

Lists specific requirements and evaluative criteria stressing the need for teamwork and cooperation.

Provides an index to hundreds of instructional activities, games, tests, microcomputer software, audio and visual media, etc.

A collection of the policies and practices of different library systems in making acquisitions.

Assists the media specialist to discern and develop her role in school curriculum planning.

Examines the pros and cons of technology in schools, focusing on the integration of technology into the library media program; with advice on how to get started, and a selection of lesson plans.

Explores the reasons why teachers should become computer literate, and presents a framework designed to help teachers set goals for mastering the functions of the personal computer, including the Internet.

A guide to creating a library media center that utilizes the latest computer technology that includes information on classroom layout, lab creation, network use, managing resources, project organization, and other related topics.

Lessons for teaching library media skills incorporating junior high and middle school subjects.