Curriculum Partner: Redefining the Role of the Library Media Specialist (Greenwood Professional Guides in School Librarianship)

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Summary: Invaluable for NEW LIBRARIANS
Review: As a student in a Master's of Information and Library Science program I can appreciate the value of this book to any librarian. The information is relevent and applicable in any library setting. Whether you are a veteran or a greenhorn, you will find this book thoughtful and useful.

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Summary: How does your library media program measure up?
Review: This is an excellent resource for library media specialists, building and district-wide administrators. For veteran library media specialists, the book provides information on current practices and evaluation methods. Library media specilaists entering the field will find a wealth of information on programs that are successful as well as the methods necessary to implement programs and policies in their own facilities. Building and district administrtors can use this volume as a guidebook when developng and/or rejuvenating library media programs. The book is particularly strong on the issue of staff development. The anecdotal examples are from all kinds of library media programs across the country. There is an excellent index. The bibliography is current and provides many useful resources that can be consulted when developing a comprehensive program. If you are adding one book to your professional collection this year, Curriculum Partner should be the one.