ERIC Number: EJ1438826
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 6
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Creative Collaborations for Student Learning and Advocacy
Tamara Cox
Knowledge Quest, v52 n1 p28-33 2023
The high-quality instruction offered in the school library and in collaboration with classroom teachers helps students understand and practice the content standards. School librarians should begin by collaborating within their school building and then thoughtfully expand those connections to neighboring schools, community organizations, and state entities. Hopefully, every school librarian has established or is currently working to establish collaborations with classroom teachers, but don't forget the other educators in the building. Collaborations with school counselors can help students build mindfulness, social skills, and empathy toward others through the school library (Jacobson 2017). Collaborations with neighboring schools can be powerful. Students enjoy working with others from different grade levels. The author encourages to think beyond the traditional collaborations and consider other organizations and agencies to could work with to bring more opportunities to students and advocate for school libraries. These collaborations can not only enhance student learning and increase advocates for the school library but can also be a source of inspiration and encouragement for the role as a school librarian.
Descriptors: School Libraries, Cooperation, School Personnel, Educational Quality, Library Services, High Schools, Partnerships in Education, Educational Cooperation, Media Specialists, School Counselors, Peer Relationship, Cooperative Learning, Age Differences, Elementary Secondary Education, Library Role, Librarians, Learning Activities, Advocacy
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education; Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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