Reviews
"[P]rovides an overview of the organizational structure of a modern school library, with emphasis on new technologies and the integration of resources, technology, and staff to create a vibrant learning laboratory. This is where the book shines: Here are lists, resources, guidance, and a vision of a center of many possibilities....[t]his resource is a good one for building the infrastructure upon which a vital program is built....[p]rovides a good review of organizational elements as a valuable self-check of vision. Recommended." Teacher Librarian, "This updated volume should be at close hand in all of our offices. Covering virtually any topic or event addressed by the school library media teacher/director, Morris begins with history, moves quickly into forging partnerships, and then gets down to the nuts and bolts of library administration. Updated material since 2000 is extensive, addressing the concerns of the updated ALA Information Power Guidelines, State Standards and NCLB, as well as new products, processes, and programs needed for operating a school library in the 21st century. Wonderful rubrics, templates, and matrices abound that will assist all of us in more effectively utilizing and assessing our knowledge and job performance....[M]orris's volume is chock-full of useful applications in the real world of politics, personnel, and procedure."- School Library Journal, "Starred Review [A] comprehensive resource that library media specialists will use to answer questions about every aspect of their program....This resource will benefit any teacher-librarian whether new to the position or a seasoned veteran. Highly Recommended." Library Media Connection, "Librarians at all stages of their professional lives will find much to use in this edition."- Booklist/Professional Reading, "This updated volume should be at close hand in all of our offices. Covering virtually any topic or event addressed by the school library media teacher/director, Morris begins with history, moves quickly into forging partnerships, and then gets down to the nuts and bolts of library administration. Updated material since 2000 is extensive, addressing the concerns of the updated ALA Information Power Guidelines, State Standards and NCLB, as well as new products, processes, and programs needed for operating a school library in the 21st century. Wonderful rubrics, templates, and matrices abound that will assist all of us in more effectively utilizing and assessing our knowledge and job performance....[M]orris's volume is chock-full of useful applications in the real world of politics, personnel, and procedure." School Library Journal, "Librarians at all stages of their professional lives will find much to use in this edition." Booklist/Professional Reading, "The former text has been reviewed, expanded, and updated. And it is aligned with the new AASL national guidelines for school library media."- Library Media Connection, "[P]rovides an overview of the organizational structure of a modern school library, with emphasis on new technologies and the integration of resources, technology, and staff to create a vibrant learning laboratory. This is where the book shines: Here are lists, resources, guidance, and a vision of a center of many possibilities....[t]his resource is a good one for building the infrastructure upon which a vital program is built....[p]rovides a good review of organizational elements as a valuable self-check of vision. Recommended."- Teacher Librarian, "The former text has been reviewed, expanded, and updated. And it is aligned with the new AASL national guidelines." Library Media Connection, "Starred Review [A] comprehensive resource that library media specialists will use to answer questions about every aspect of their program....This resource will benefit any teacher-librarian whether new to the position or a seasoned veteran. Highly Recommended."- Library Media Connection
Synopsis
Since the 1992 publication of the third edition of Administering the School Library Media Center , schools and school libraries have changed significantly. AASL's publication of Information Power: Building Partnerships for Learning , with its emphasis on the collaborative teaching role of school media specialists, the increasing importance of information literacy, the proliferation of new technologies, and the introduction of the Internet have all had a significant impact on the administration of school library media centers. This new edition encompasses all of these innovations as it covers the basics of administration, facilities management, selection of materials, staffing, budgeting, organization, and the like. There is much that is all new: all chapters have been reviewed and updated and the text has been carefully reviewed to bring it in line with school libraries of the 21st century. It is aligned with the new AASL national guidelines for school library media.