LIB Technology (Spring Semester) (Period 8)

Library Technology is an elective, not just a service class. Your grade in this course is part of your overall high school GPA.

OBJECTIVES

Objective 1:  To correctly and effectively use library technology.

Objective 2:  To communicate effectively and concisely, both written and verbal.

Objective 3:  To create dynamic materials in a variety of formats.

Objective 4:  To become information literate by accessing, evaluating, and citing credible and relevant resources pertaining to any subject, correctly summarizing and paraphrasing sources without plagiarizing.

Objective 5:  To become independent-thinking, problem-solving, self-sufficient, self-directed individuals.

Standards: Model School Library Standards - Curriculum Frameworks (CA Dept of Education) - Grades 9 - 12

Learning Target 1 

Students access information.

Learning Target 2 

Students evaluate information.

Learning Target: 3 

Students use information.

Learning Target: 4 

Students integrate information literacy skills into all areas of learning. 

Learning Target: 5

Students demonstrate using and managing a school library.

The student will access information by applying knowledge of the organization of libraries, print materials, digital media, and other sources. 

The student will evaluate and analyze information to determine what is appropriate to address the scope of inquiry. 

The student will organize, synthesize, create, and communicate information. 

The student will independently pursue information to become a lifelong learner. 

The student will learn and demonstrate the fundamentals of using and managing a school library.