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- Selection & Censorship: It's simple arithmetic. Jenkinson, Dave // School Libraries in Canada;2002, Vol. 21 Issue 4, p22
Discusses the role of selectors and censors in the collection development of a school library. Differences in the approach of selectors and censors in developing a school collection; Guidelines on qualifications of a selector in the `Selection of Learning Resources: A Policy Statement';...
- Selection Tools: a brief exploration. // School Libraries in Canada;2002, Vol. 21 Issue 4, p36
Lists selection tools for print and non-print materials in school libraries in Canada. `CM: Canadian Review of Materials'; `Resource Links'; `Teacher Librarian: The Journal for School Library Professionals'; Internet links for selection and collection development tools.
- AASL Boosts Librarian Role. Barack, Lauren // School Library Journal;Jan2005, Vol. 51 Issue 1, p17
Reports on the emphasis put by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) on the role of librarians in meeting the requirements set by the No Child Left Behind act on schools. Pamphlet published and distributed by the AASL to school administrators stressing the importance of an...
- How Special Is that Special Collection? STAENBERG, LINDA; VANNEMAN, SUSAN // School Library Monthly;Feb2013, Vol. 29 Issue 5, p38
The article discusses the factors that influence the choice of books in the special collection sections of school libraries. Characteristics that distinguish special collections from the general collection are mentioned. Ways in which close attention to the school's culture can assist librarians...
- CHECKLIST. // School Library Journal;May91, Vol. 37 Issue 5, p50
Features pamphlets and bibliographies regarding books and materials suitable for school library collections. Inclusion of the Peaceable Kingdom Press' offer of a full-theme color poster that illustrates the theme 'The Year of the Lifetime Reader'; Channing L. Bete Co.'s offer of "Let's Talk...
- Guidelines for Collection Renewal in School Library Resource Centres. // School Libraries in Canada;2002, Vol. 21 Issue 4, p35
Provides guidelines for collection renewal in school library resource centers. Rationale behind the collection development in school libraries; Importance of collection renewal; Identifying materials that should be withdrawn; Steps to collection renewal.
- building a multicultural school library: issues and challenges. Agosto, Denise E. // Teacher Librarian;Feb2007, Vol. 34 Issue 3, p27
The article discusses the collection of multicultural resources as a form of student advocacy and the ways in which students can benefit from a diverse school library collection. Moreover, it presents five criteria to use when evaluating multicultural resources. These include accuracy,...
- Collection Development, Part II: What Do I Buy? Developing the Print Collection. Stephens, Claire Gatrell; Franklin, Pat // School Library Media Activities Monthly;May2006, Vol. 22 Issue 9, p45
Offers guide for school librarians on developing a print collection plan in library media centers. Importance of evaluating the collection to determine its weaknesses and needs; Benefits of articulating the plan to the principal; Need to consider the circumstances on how students purchase...
- CHECKLIST. // School Library Journal;Sep86, Vol. 33 Issue 1, p50
Features posters, pamphlets and bibliographies of interest to school librarians and libraries. 'People to Contact for Visiting School Libraries/Media Centers,' compiled by Philomena Hauck; 'Teh Black History Trivia Quiz Book'; 'Eighteenth edition of the 'University Press Books for Secondary...
