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1. Library Skills.

Author

Paul, Karin, Kuhlthau, Carol C., Branch, Jennifer L., Solowan, Diane Galloway, Case, Roland, Abilock, Debbie, Eisenberg, Michael B., Koechlin, Carol, Zwaan, Sandi, Hughes, Sandra, Low, Ann, Litch, Margaret, Lowry, Cindy, Irvine, Linda, Stimson, Margaret, Schlarb, Irene, Wilson, Janet, Warriner, Emily, Parsons, Les, Luongo-Orlando, Katherine, and Hamilton, Donald

Abstract

Includes 19 articles that address issues related to library skills and Canadian school libraries. Topics include information literacy; inquiry learning; critical thinking and electronic research; collaborative inquiry; information skills and the Big 6 approach to problem solving; student use of online databases; library skills; Internet accuracy; and Web sources. (LRW)

Published
2003

2. Focus on Understanding.

Author

Koechlin, Carol and Zwaan, Sandi

Abstract

Discussion of the tension between students and teachers regarding understanding in information tasks focuses on the role the teacher-librarian can take to help boost student achievement and to help teachers create information tasks. Topics include curriculum goals; integrating information literacy skills; facets of understanding; and the information task design process. (LRW)

Published
2002

3. The big think: reflecting, reacting, and realizing improved learning

Author

Koechlin, Carol and Zwaan, Sandi

Subjects
Learning -- Analysis, Education -- Methods, School librarians -- Practice, Teachers -- Practice, Education, Library and information science
Abstract

The game has ended, and the scores have been tallied. What were the results? Are we satisfied? Would we have liked something better? What do winning teams do when they [...]

Published
2010

4. The time is now: transform your school library into a learning commons

Author

Koechlin, Carol, Zwaan, Sandi, and Loertscher, David V.

Subjects
Librarians -- Practice, Teachers -- Practice, School libraries -- Services, Education, Library and information science, Practice, Services
Abstract

IT IS TIME TO CLOSE THE GAP BETWEEN WHAT WE KNOW AND WHAT WE DO IN SCHOOLS. WE KNOW READING CAPACITY IMPROVES STUDENT PERFORMANCE IN ALL FACETS OF LEARNING. WE [...]

Published
2008

5. Everyone wins: differentiation in the school library

Author

Koechlin, Carol and Zwaan, Sandi

Subjects
School librarians -- Practice -- Social aspects, School libraries -- Services -- Social aspects, Education, Library and information science, Practice, Social aspects, Services
Abstract

DURING THE COURSE OF AN AVERAGE DAY, TEACHER-LIBRARIANS TOUCH THE LIVES OF HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE IN THEIR SCHOOL COMMUNITIES: STUDENTS, TEACHERS, ADMINISTRATORS, AND PARENTS. YET, THEY RARELY STOP TO THINK [...]

Published
2008

6. Assignments worth the effort: questions are key

Author

Koechlin, Carol and Zwaan, Sandi

Subjects
Homework -- Analysis, Curriculum planning -- Analysis, Teacher-student relationships -- Management -- Analysis, Education, Library and information science, Company business management, Management, Analysis
Abstract

IT IS EASY FOR ADULTS TO ASSUME THAT KIDS CAN MAKE THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE ENERGY AND ENTHUSIASM THAT THEY FEED INTO A PROJECT AND THE RESULT, BUT STUDIES HAVE [...]

Published
2007

8. Strategies that Sizzle: Facilitating Success in Information Processing.

Author

Zwaan, Sandi and Koechlin, Carol

Abstract

Discusses strategies that teachers and school librarians can use for building student understanding of content and the research process. Topics include the interdependence of information skills; being aware of students' prior knowledge and experience; comparing data; and building the research process with information processing skills. (LRW)

Published
2003

9. Engage and Grow with Questions.

Author

Koechlin, Carol and Zwaan, Sandi

Subjects
*SCHOOL libraries, *VERTICAL files (Libraries), *PUBLIC institutions, *CHILDREN'S libraries, *LIBRARIES & schools, *LIBRARY materials
Abstract

The authors offer tips for schools and libraries on developing intuitive questioners who engage with information and ideas deeply and grow as learners. It is stated that the key to building 21st century learning skills, dispositions, habits of mind and content knowledge is questioning. There are said to be three things that are needed to become good questioners and they are strategies, experience and feedback. It states the need to incorporate lots of questioning practice into all areas of study in order for learners to become intuitive questioners. A chart that lists good professional resources that will help one teach and coach student questioning is presented.

Published
2009

10. Making library programs count: Where's the evidence?

Author

Koechlin, Carol and Zwaan, Sandi

Subjects
*LIBRARY media specialists, *ACADEMIC achievement, *LIBRARY finance
Abstract

Focuses on the importance of strong library facilities and programs in enhancing student achievement. Recognition of the importance of Information Literacy; Importance of incorporating research findings to improve personal individual action among teacher-librarian; Significance of improving staffing and budgets.

Published
2002

11. Strategies That Sizzle.

Author

Zwaan, Sandi and Koechlin, Carol

Subjects
*TEACHERS, *STUDENTS, *RESEARCH
Abstract

Offers ways on how teachers can learn teaching strategies to build student understanding of both content and the research process. Modeling information skills in several different contexts before asking students to begin making comparisons on their own; Building peer support and teacher conferencing.

Published
2003

12. Information power: Teaching tools for the information age.

Author

Cohen, Reesa, Koechlin, Carol, and Zwaan, Sandi

Subjects
INFORMATION Power (Book)
Abstract

Reviews the book `Information power: Teaching tools for the information age,' by Carol Koechlin and Sandi Zwaan.

Published
1998

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