Functions+of+Library+and+Technology+Program

=**Functions of Library and Technology Program**=
 * Overall functions:**
 * support the mission and goals of the school
 * maximize the school community's use of library resources
 * provide a curriculum-based learning environment which accomodates all learners
 * integrate information literacy and technology instruction into the curriculum through collaborative planning with teachers
 * provide ongoing opportunities for technology instruction for teachers and administrators


 * Sample general services:**
 * provide a flexible school library schedule
 * organize media and equipment logically
 * develop/maintain user-friendly policies and procedures
 * publicize school library services
 * develop/maintain the school library collection to meet the specific needs of the school community
 * establish liaison with public, university, and other school libraries


 * Sample services to students:**
 * establish library and technology team student representatives
 * give library orientation
 * teach information literacy and technology skills
 * help develop and teach a standard bibliographic format
 * develop pathfinders and WebQuests
 * teach critical thinking skills
 * assist in media production
 * provide reading guidance
 * develop a virtual library book blog
 * sponsor Battle of the Books teams
 * sponsor Book Clubs
 * establish a student library assistant program
 * seek student input in collection development
 * develop and maintain a school library website which functions as a 24/7 virtual library


 * Sample services to teachers and administrators:**
 * establish library and technology team teacher and administrator representatives
 * give library orientation
 * familiarize self with curriculum
 * attend grade-level or subject-area departmental meetings
 * help design instructional units
 * compile bibliographies, "mediaographies," or "Webographies"
 * seek teacher input in collection development
 * plan professional development sessions for teachers' instructional and technological needs
 * establish departmental or auxilary resource centers
 * develop and maintain a school library website which functions as a 24/7 virtual library


 * Sample services to the community:**
 * establish library and technology team parent and/or community representatives
 * plan programs to involve parents and community members
 * publicize school library activities
 * welcome library volunteers
 * develop and maintain a school library website which functions as a 24/7 virtual library