This will be my last blog entry for this course. I have really enjoyed this course. The reference section is all too often forgotten. Along with learning about all the different types of reference material, this course has also helped me change how I see my role as teacher-librarian. When I started my position as TL this past September I was so overwhelmed that I didn’t know where to start. Now I can see that one of the most important roles that I have is to provide reference services to the staff and students. If I stick to this as one of my main goals for next year I think I will have done a pretty good job fulfilling my role as TL. I can’t wait until September to weed out my dusty reference section. I just hope I can find good resources to replace them!
When I look over the course objectives I feel pretty confident in most areas. Now the hard part begins, implementing all that I’ve learned in the last 3 months!
My course of action is as follows:
1. Evaluate and weed out current reference material
2. Find good reference resources to replace them (print and electronic)
3. Provide adequate instruction to the students on where the reference resources are located and how to use them effectively
4. Provide instruction to teachers on reference material and other resources on a regular basis at staff meetings.
5. Initiate collaborative work with teachers.
Yikes…that’s a pretty long list…the journey and adventures continue in the exciting world of a TL! J
Good luck, keep the faith!
ReplyDeleteI'm happy that you were able to take something pragmatic away from the course.