Saved in:
| Main Author: | |
|---|---|
| Format: | Recurso educativo Open Access |
| Language: | en |
| Published: |
2007
|
| Subjects: | |
| Online Access: | https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ826943 |
| Tags: |
Add Tag
No Tags, Be the first to tag this record!
|
Table of Contents:
- Preparing for a Challenge Martin, Ann M. School Libraries Instructional Materials Media Specialists Check Lists School Personnel School library media specialists (SLMSs) and teachers have the professional responsibility to select instructional materials. What happens when someone objects to a material? Although parents are responsible for deciding whether a specific instructional material is appropriate for their student, they do not have the responsibility for deciding what materials other students use. As one prepares before any challenge occurs, he/she also is developing his/her confidence in being able to deal with complaints about instructional materials. This article provides tips in five areas on coping with challenges by developing a process that ensures that the burden of the concern is shared by the school system and community. In the long run, this removes the emotional component and ensures everyone has a fair hearing. (Contains 1 online resource.)