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Inquiry Learning: Is Your Selection Policy Ready?

Authors :
Friese, Elizabeth E .G.
Source :
Library Media Connection. Nov/Dec2008, Vol. 27 Issue 3, p14-16. 3p.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The article presents guidelines on how school library media specialist can make sure that their schools' selection policies are written to facilitate inquiry learning in the U.S. Placing inquiry learning at the center of the library media program boasts intellectual freedom. In inquiry-centered library media center, library media specialists should recognize that students are not just locating and receiving information, and that there are different ways to present knowledge. Library media specialists should consider several criteria factors when establishing selection policies including accuracy, authority and favorable reviews.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
15424715
Volume :
27
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Library Media Connection
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
35445464