District Administration - October 2008 - (Page 55)
21st Century Learning – Library/media The flexible access schedule, a researchproven best practice for elementary schools, at Echo Lake Elementary in Henrico County (Va.) Schools provides students the opportunity to read throughout the day. School Libraries Renewed By ann M. MarTin Library media specialists connect curriculum and technology to real-world skills. www.DistrictAdministration.com The UniTed STaTeS no longer haS a workforce dependenT on operating machinery and performing repetitive tasks. educators are therefore challenged to change the way students learn and to provide a workforce that is innovative and that has the ability to design new jobs. To do this, students must learn to be problem solvers, to create products that meet real needs, to demonstrate leadership in presenting ideas, and to connect learning to community imperatives. School libraries can help meet these challenges for all students. School library programs provide context to learning, synthesis of curriculum, and real-life applications of concepts. They can act as the great equalizer when it comes to educating all students and preparing them for the 21st century, and they can offer all students resources and information that can support every facet of their life and learning. October 2008 55
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