Libraries and Student Achievement
A
significant amount of research since 1990 shows a positive relationship
between school libraries and student achievement. Many research studies
from various states show validation that a school library program which
is adequately staffed, resourced, and funded can lead to higher student
achievement regardless of the socio-economic or educational levels of
the community.
Information Literacy
What is Information Literacy?
Information
Literacy is the ability to recognize what information is needed,
understand how it is organized, recognize excellent sources of
information, locate sources, critically evaluate sources, and
communicate the information. Information Literacy is the demonstration
of research techniques.
Why is Information Literacy important?
Information
literacy is important because there is so much information out there in
a variety of formats. Some information is factual, current, and
reliable. Some information is misleading, out of date, or untrue.
Because the amount of information available is ever increasing, the
technology used to gather information is constantly changing.
How will students use Information Literacy?
Information
literacy skills in school are used for activities such as conducting
research. In the work place, information literacy is needed to find,
evaluate, use and share information. This is an essential skill. These
skills are critical for consumers. Students will also need these skills
to participate in a democratic society as an informed citizen to
understand issues and for the purpose of voting.
Development
of Information Literacy skills is critical our children. Mrs. Fitzthum
takes the commitment to teach these skills very seriously.
Librarian Duties
- Information Technology Instruction
- Information Management and Services