Texas Learner Centered Standards
Standard 1: Teaching & Learning
The Librarian works collaboratively with students.
Determining student research needs
Work independently and collaboratively
Librarian models collaborative instruction.
Problem solving research
Analysis, synthesis, and evaluation
Mastery of TEKS
The Librarian collaborates, designs, and provides ongoing instruction.
Use of a variety of sources
Variety of sources (fiction, non-fiction, poetry etc.)
Standard 2: Program Leadership & Management
Research/Assessment/Reporting
Organizing
Advocacy organization
Planning
Develop ownership of library program.
Create a dynamic library program
Budgets/Funding
Variety of current materials
Standard 3: Technology & Information Access
The library media program provides an organized collection of print and electronic sources.
Utilize online databases
The librarian models high standards of conduct, ethics, and integrity in the use of web and print resources.
Ethical use of research
Follow copyright laws and policies
Communicates research
The librarian employs existing and emerging technologies.
Technology awareness
Information literacy skills
The librarian models information problem solving processes.
Work collaboratively
Standard 4: Library Environment
The library is aligned with educational objectives of the learning community.
State of the art technology
Display work and products in the library
Communicate through local networks
The library is a flexible and functional space for individuals, groups, and classes.
Access a library that is a sanctuary
Space to create a variety of projects
Standard 5: Connections to Community
The librarian develops a program that offers opportunity for participation and collaboration.
Students actively participate
The librarian facilitates broad access to library resources.
Collaboration between institutions
The librarian is knowledgeable about learning differences and diverse interests.
Take part in programs
The librarian develops and maintains the vision and goals of the school library program.
Understand district and library policies
Standard 6: Information Science & Librarianship^
Works collaboratively with other professionals
Access online resources and databases
Evaluate and select existing and emergent technologies
Use search strategies to access information
Use interactive virtual environments
Self-directed learning
Use goal setting
Ethical behavior
Library Bill of Rights
Discuss Copyright Laws
Communication with students
Establish purpose for reading
Expand vocabulary
Access current and relevant resources
Create new knowledge through research
Demo through reading
Establish the purpose for reading
Access a wide variety of information