Todd, R. (2008). The evidence-based manifesto. School Library Journal, 54(4), 38. Retrieved from http://login.ezproxy.library.ualberta.ca/login?url=http://proquest.umi.com/pqdweb?did=1455058071&Fmt=7&clientId=12301&RQT=309&VName=PQD
A Pathfinder for Evidence-Based School Librarianship
How do I set up an action research project to support the creation of evidence folders that demonstrate the impact of my role on student achievement?
What ... is evidence-based practice and action research?
What is EBP for school librarians?
Evidence-based school librarianship uses research-derived evidence to shape and direct what we do. EBP combines professional wisdom, reflective experience, and understanding of students' needs with the judicious use of research-derived evidence to make decisions about how the school library can best meet the instructional goals of the school.
In order to accomplish this, school libraries need to systematically collect evidence that shows how their practices impact student achievement; the development of deep knowledge and understanding; and the competencies and skills for thinking, living, and working.
Todd, R. (2008). The evidence-based manifesto. School Library Journal, 54(4), 38. Retrieved from http://login.ezproxy.library.ualberta.ca/login?url=http://proquest.umi.com/pqdweb?did=1455058071&Fmt=7&clientId=12301&RQT=309&VName=PQD
Author-educator Geoffrey Mills (2000) identifies action research as "any systematic inquiry conducted by teacher researchers, principals, school counsellors, or other stakeholders in the teaching/learning environment to gather information about how their particular schools operate, how they teach, and how well their students learn." (p. 5)
Henning, J. E., Stone, J. M., & Kelly, J. L. (2009). Using action research to improve instruction: An interactive guide for teachers. New York: Routledge.
Why ... is evidence-based practice important?
How do you recognize the Disposable Librarian?
Hartzell, G. N. (2010, July 16). Wisdom from Hartzell and professional death wishes. Retrieved from http://doug-johnson.squarespace.com/blue-skunk-blog/2010/7/16/wisdom-from-hartzell-and-professional-death-wishes.html
Todd, R. J. (2008). A question of evidence. Knowledge Quest, 37(2), 16-21.
Hughes-Hassell, S., & Harada, V. H. (2007). School reform and the school library media specialist. Westport, CT: Libraries Unlimited.
How ... do I search for information on this topic?
ProQuest Educational Journal
LISA: Library and Information Science Abstracts
Library Literature and Information Science
Evidence-Based Library and Information Practice
The purpose of this open-access, peer reviewed journal published by the University of Alberta Learning Services is to provide a forum for librarians and other information professionals to discover research that may contribute to decision making in professional practice. EBLIP publishes original research and commentary on the topic of evidence based library and information practice.
Knowledge-Quest
Published by the American Association of School Librarians, Knowledge Quest is devoted to offering substantive information to assist librarians and educators in the development of school library programs and services. Articles address the integration of theory and practice in school librarianship and new developments in education, learning theory, and relevant disciplines.
Teacher-Librarian
Teacher Librarian is for the library professional working with children and young adults. There are articles exploring current issues such as collaboration, leadership, technology, advocacy, information literacy, and management.
School Libraries Worldwide
The official journal of the International Association of School Librarianship. It is a refereed, peer-reviewed journal that publishes current research and scholarship on any aspect of school librarianship.
School Library Monthly
SLM content is written by school library professionals, and supports K-12 school librarians as they plan instruction collaboratively with teachers. It helps strengthen information literacy skills, inquiry and the research process and encourages the use of a variety of resources. It promotes the integration of technology and provides links to a vast array of literature.
Evidence-based practice
School libraries
Evidence-based librarianship
School libraries - evaluation
Action research in education
Action research in education
LC Call Number LB 1028.24 D36 Dewey Call Number 370.72-dc21
School libraries -Research - Methodology
LC Call Number Z675 S3 S955 Dewey Call Number 027.8'07 -dc21
School libraries - evaluation
LC Call Number Z675 S3 Dewey Call Number 027.80973
School librarian participation in curriculum planning
LC Call Number Z675 S3 Dewey Call Number 027.8
Who ... are some writers I should pay attention to?
Where ... are some good places to start?
Definitely look at the flow-chart graphic -great guiding questions to think about backward design of EBP!
Pappas, M. (2008). Designing learning for evidence-based practice. School Library Media Activities Monthly, 24(5), 20. Retrieved from http://login.ezproxy.library.ualberta.ca/login?url=http://proquest.umi.com/pqdweb?did=1395113571&Fmt=7&clientId=12301&RQT=309&VName=PQD
Great background on EBP and tools that can be used to begin planning and gathering evidence.
Because of your school library, what are your students able to do?
What have your kids become? Who have your kids become?
How has your school library helped kids learn?
How does the school community see you? What is your impact?
The TL toolkit for student success home. (n.d.) Retrieved from http://www.accessola.com/osla/toolkit/home.html