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| Format: | Recurso educativo Open Access |
| Language: | en |
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1983
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| Online Access: | https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED243889 |
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- Learning at Risk: School Library Media Programs in an Information World. Liesener, James W. Educational Media Elementary Secondary Education Information Needs Information Seeking Information Utilization Learning Resources Centers Library Role Library Services Lifelong Learning Media Specialists Online Systems School Libraries The critical and central role of school library media programs in equipping individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to compete successfully in a learning society and an information world was explored. An analysis of patterns of information seekers' behavior provided the basis for a discussion of the importance of considering the proximity or availability of information sources, the time and energy required to find and use information, and perceptions of how much information is needed. The primary function performed by the school library media specialist or program was viewed as a mediation function. In this function, the specialist acts as an intermediary between the complex and rapidly expanding information world and the client. This intermediary function is performed in different ways. The provision of access to materials, equipment, and space is the most clearly perceived group of services provided by school library media programs. Further services to the information seeker include reference or information services, providing materials and assistance, instructing, and consulting. A discussion is presented on the problems facing the library media specialist and the fundamental components of a training program for school library media specialists. (JD)