Illinois Administrative Code
Title 23 - EDUCATION AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
Part 27 - STANDARDS FOR ENDORSEMENTS IN SPECIFIC TEACHING FIELDS
Subpart C - ADDITIONAL TEACHING FIELDS
Section 27.440 - Library Information Specialist
Universal Citation: 23 IL Admin Code ยง 27.440
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 38, September 20, 2024
By October 1, 2024, all candidates for a Library Information Specialist endorsement will be required to complete a program aligned to the American Library Association/American Association of School Librarians, School Librarian Preparation Standards (2019), published by the American Library Association, 50 E. Huron St., Chicago IL 60611, and available at https://www.ala.org/aasl/about/ed/caep/programs. (No later amendments to or editions of these guidelines are incorporated.) The standards effective until September 30, 2024 are as follows:
a) Information Access and Delivery - The library information specialist provides equitable intellectual and physical access to information and ideas in support of the curriculum for a diverse community of learners.
1) Knowledge Indicators - The competent
library information specialist:
A) knows
current and developmentally appropriate resources and the strategies for
guiding the intellectual access to information.
B) recognizes the principles of flexible and
equitable physical access to information and resources at time and point of
need.
C) understands centralized
systems for bibliographic control, materials, equipment circulation, and
information distribution.
D)
recognizes the need for policies and procedures and knows strategies for
developing and evaluating the collection of materials and equipment needed to
support a curriculum that meets the diverse learning needs of students and
teachers.
E) is committed to
intellectual freedom and recognizes legal guidelines and professional ethics in
regard to information access and use.
F) recognizes the importance of a positive
learning climate in creating appropriate and attractive environments.
2) Performance Indicators - The
competent library information specialist:
A)
anticipates and responds effectively to requests for assistance in using ideas
and information.
B) works
cooperatively with the technology coordinator and other educators to provide
flexible access to resources, spaces, and technology systems to individuals and
groups at time of need, within or outside of regular classroom hours, as
appropriate.
C) catalogs,
classifies, and arranges information resources in various forms and media
according to recognized standards.
D) maintains centralized systems for
bibliographic control of materials, equipment, and electronic information
distribution systems, including computer networks and distance learning
facilities.
E) ensures that
policies on information use and distribution are reviewed and approved by
appropriate governing bodies.
F)
creates and maintains inviting, attractive physical spaces that encourage a
positive learning climate.
b) Information Access and Delivery - The library information specialist plans and implements the access to and delivery of a full range of information resources and services through the library media program.
1) Knowledge Indicators - The
competent library information specialist:
A)
teaches and directs students' and staff's use of information resources
available within the library resource area, including print, non-print,
electronic retrieval storage systems, the Internet, on-line databases, and
access to the local and regional library collection holdings for possible
inter-library loan requests.
B)
uses and implements distance learning delivery systems including computer,
audio and video conferencing, cable TV, and satellite communications to
instruct and inform.
2)
Performance Indicators - The competent library information specialist:
A) provides equitable access to multiple
media resources with current and appropriate equipment for all students, staff,
and the community through extended library hours before and after
school.
B) implements courses and
content for students using distance learning technologies as
available.
c) Teaching and Learning - The library information specialist demonstrates knowledge and mastery of information literacy standards for student learning by creating and maintaining a program for a broad learning community.
1) Knowledge Indicators - The competent
library information specialist:
A)
understands information literacy, efficient and effective access to
information, critical and competent evaluation of information, and accurate and
creative use of information.
B)
understands, encourages, and promotes opportunities for independent learning
and understands various learning styles.
C) understands social and ethical behavior in
regard to information and information technology.
2) Performance Indicators - The competent
library information specialist:
A) teaches
and demonstrates to students how to structure a search across a variety of
sources and formats to locate the best information to meet a particular
need.
B) guides the student to
distinguish among facts, points of view, and opinions.
C) encourages and guides the student to
produce and communicate information and ideas in appropriate formats using
critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
D) provides opportunities for students to
seek information for personal interest and self-improvement.
E) presents information creatively in a
variety of formats so that students can learn to develop creative products in a
variety of formats.
F) provides an
environment that assists students with multiple learning styles.
G) encourages and assists students to seek
information from diverse sources, contexts, disciplines, and cultures through
equitable access to information.
H)
teaches and encourages students to respect the principles of intellectual
freedom, to respect copyrights and intellectual property rights, and to value
the responsible use of technology.
I) encourages collaboration with the
technology specialist and others, both in person and through the use of various
technologies, to design, develop, and evaluate information products and
solutions.
d) Teaching and Learning - The library information specialist encourages and engages students in reading, viewing, and listening for understanding and enjoyment. The collection and functions of the library media program respond to various developmental levels, physical and intellectual disabilities, special gifts and talents, diverse cultural backgrounds, and different styles of accessing and processing information.
1)
Knowledge Indicators - The competent library information specialist:
A) knows methods of collaboration with the
other members of the learning community to ensure that the school library media
program is able to meet the individual learning needs of students.
B) knows literature and methodologies to
provide reading, listening, and viewing guidance to students and others in the
learning community.
2)
Performance Indicators - The competent library information specialist:
A) recommends appropriate resources and
activities to meet individual learning needs.
B) collaborates with other members of the
learning community to ensure that the school library information program is
able to meet the individual learning needs of students.
C) models the effective and enthusiastic use
of print and non-print materials as sources of pleasure and
information.
D) facilitates
students' development of information literacy skills.
E) provides reading, listening, and viewing
guidance to students and others in the learning community.
e) Teaching and Learning - The library information specialist will plan and provide instruction in the five cross-disciplinary abilities as they apply to the Illinois Learning Standards (see 23 Ill. Adm. Code 1.Appendix D).
1)
Knowledge Indicators - The competent library information specialist:
A) understands that the library media program
is essential to learning and teaching and must be fully integrated into the
curriculum to promote students' achievement of learning goals.
B) models and promotes collaborative planning
and curriculum development that includes creative, effective, and collaborative
teaching.
2) Performance
Indicators - The competent library information specialist:
A) creates and implements the library media
program.
B) contributes to the
school curriculum by attending school and district curriculum
meetings.
C) collaborates with
classroom teachers in the creation of integrated classroom assignments and
projects.
D) plans and teaches the
latest research techniques and strategies that are applicable to the content
area and assignment.
E) co-teaches
and mentors along with the classroom teacher on projects and assignments for
students.
F) serves as a reference
person, teacher, and mentor who may help students with issues relating to
learning.
G) collaborates with
classroom teachers in the creation and implementation of their content-area
standards, goals, and visions.
f) Teaching and Learning - The library information specialist is knowledgeable about information, instruction, and production-based technologies that enhance learning and teaching. He or she is knowledgeable about both the access to information and the operation of the devices that deliver, produce, and manage that information.
1) Knowledge Indicators - The competent
library information specialist:
A) has
knowledge of selection, installation, management, and maintenance of
technologies applicable to the library information center and the larger
learning community.
B) understands
how to use word processing, databases, spreadsheets, presentation software,
graphics, and production software to support students' learning.
C) understands the importance of appropriate
planning and purchasing to address issues of software and hardware
compatibility.
D) applies effective
methods and strategies for teaching the use of technological tools.
2) Performance Indicators - The
competent library information specialist:
A)
communicates effectively with the technology specialist and other educators
about learning technology needs of the students who use the library information
center.
B) collaborates with the
technology specialist on issues of software and hardware
compatibility.
C) develops facility
plans to include learning technology systems to meet students' needs in the
library information center. These include but are not limited to video/playback
production units, CD-ROM towers and servers, electronic card catalogues, and
on-line reference resources.
D)
works with student learners, assisting them with production application
questions and resource analysis, for use in word processing and graphic
presentations.
E) collaborates with
the technology specialist to plan budgets and purchases software and hardware
that meet the school curriculum needs and support the library information
center, the classroom, and individual learning needs of students.
F) teaches uses of computers and other
technological tools and the application of technology-based resources to
support instruction.
g) Teaching and Learning - The library information specialist demonstrates leadership in curricular planning and assessment.
1) Knowledge Indicator - The
competent library information specialist has knowledge of curriculum in all
subject areas and levels, State and national learning standards, and a variety
of assessment strategies.
2)
Performance Indicators - The competent library information specialist:
A) assists teachers and other educational
staff in developing connections among subjects, standards, and strategies for
learning.
B) assists teachers in
developing interdisciplinary connections using a variety of resources and
technologies.
C) assists teachers
and learners in developing appropriate activities for assessing the
effectiveness of the curriculum.
h) Communication - The library information specialist communicates effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
1) Knowledge Indicators - the competent
library information specialist:
A) is aware
of a variety of strategies for communicating with various
constituencies.
B) understands the
relationship between school climate and effective teaching and
learning.
C) understands the role
of the central administration and the school board in communicating the
importance of the library information program to teaching and
learning.
D) recognizes the role
that parents play in developing students' lifelong learning skills.
E) is aware of the importance of community
groups in maintaining support for the library information program.
2) Performance Indicators - the
competent library information specialist:
A)
uses a variety of strategies to build collaborative teams for interdisciplinary
teaching and learning.
B)
identifies examples that demonstrate the library information program's
relationship to improved student achievement.
C) builds support for the role of the library
media program in teaching and learning through the effective use of influence
strategies.
D) regularly
communicates to the central administration and the board the involvement of the
library information program in the school curriculum.
E) maintains a positive teaching and learning
climate in the library media center.
F) involves parents in library information
center activities, suggests learning activities for parents and children to do
together, and uses a variety of communication devices to keep parents informed
about the program.
G) communicates
with the community the relationship of library media programs to students'
achievement and lifelong learning for everyone.
H) establishes and maintains ties with
information resources and services within the wider community.
i) Communication - The library information specialist uses active listening skills to assist learners in locating, evaluating, and using information.
1) Knowledge Indicators - the competent
library information specialist:
A) knows
strategies for eliciting information needs from students and other
learners.
B) is aware of
developmental growth patterns of children and youth and their influence upon
reference and search processes.
2) Performance Indicators - the competent
library information specialist:
A) uses
probing questions to clarify information needs.
B) uses reflective listening strategies to
help students develop metacognitive skills.
C) uses appropriate strategies to guide
reference and search processes with students and learners of all ages.
j) Communication - The library information specialist plans instruction collaboratively with teachers and other members of the learning community.
1) Knowledge Indicators - the competent
library information specialist:
A) is aware
of elements essential to collaborative work, including time, trust, climate,
and resources.
B) knows the
differences among coordination, cooperation, and collaboration.
2) Performance Indicators - the
competent library information specialist:
A)
establishes effective interpersonal relationships that demonstrate an
understanding of curriculum objectives, effective listening, and negotiation of
responsibility for activities.
B)
participates in collaborative planning of interdisciplinary instruction and
uses the level of involvement appropriate to the learning activity and
goal.
k) Communication - The library information specialist serves as an educational leader and as a catalyst for improving the learning community.
1) Knowledge Indicators - the competent
library information specialist:
A)
understands the structure of the school learning community and the leverage
points for influence.
B)
understands the process of reforming educational systems and structures and the
needs of the individual in relation to these processes.
C) understands the variety of motivational,
coaching, and guidance strategies necessary to assist in school reform
efforts.
2) Performance
Indicators - the competent library information specialist:
A) uses knowledge of schools' mission, goals,
and policies along with their structure and culture to advocate for necessary
change.
B) participates as a
partner and change agent in curriculum development at the building and district
levels.
C) demonstrates leadership
in evaluating the effectiveness of the library media program in improving
teaching and learning.
l) Administration - The library information specialist plans and efficiently administers a program that makes a significant contribution to students' learning. He or she leads, collaborates, and applies technology skills in designing and managing a program that is integrated into the school's curriculum and supports the development of effective users and communicators of ideas and information within a lifelong, independent learning process.
1) Knowledge Indicators - the
competent library information specialist:
A)
provides an effective library resource program that supports the mission,
goals, and objectives of the school.
B) establishes, maintains, and supervises the
school's library resource program and library information program support
personnel.
C) stays current with
new information and trends in technologies and dissemination strategies to
effectively plan, implement, and assess the effectiveness of the school's
library information program.
2) Performance Indicators - the competent
library information specialist:
A) develops
and implements a mission statement, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
that reflect the mission, goals, and objectives of the school.
B) organizes information resources that align
the library information program and information literacy standards for
students' learning with the school's goals and integrates these standards into
the curriculum.
C) uses
collaborative strategies that encourage administrators and teachers to
integrate the library information program into the school's instructional
program.
D) reports the results of
program assessment on a regular basis to teachers, students, administrators,
and other community members.
E)
participates on the school's curricular decision-making body.
F) analyzes instructional and technological
requirements and other features of the school to recommend appropriate staffing
and training necessary to meet the learning and information needs of the
students and to ensure the effectiveness of the program.
G) collaborates and communicates with all
staff, and particularly the technology specialist, to identify and use the full
range of learning technologies required to meet students' informational
needs.
H) provides equitable access
for staff, students, and the community to the school library information center
as needed to support the integration of the information literacy standards for
student lifelong learning.
I)
administers a program that provides for learning experiences utilizing
technology and resources accessed from classrooms or other locations outside of
the library information center. Assists teachers and students in finding,
evaluating, and developing these additional resources.
J) supervises support staff and plans for and
implements an effective program that is fundamental to students' learning and
is based upon the school's instructional programs, services, facilities, size,
and numbers of students and teachers.
K) supervises, schedules, and administers all
aspects of the operation of the school library information program.
L) develops a budget and locates sources of
funding that provide for purchasing and upkeep of all resources required for an
effective school library information program.
M) plans, develops and maintains a management
system for print and non-print resources, equipment, and other learning
technology resources that are inventoried and circulated through the library
information center.
N) participates
on committees charged with developing and implementing strategic plans for the
school, including school improvement plans, technology plans, and curriculum
development plans.
O) updates
personal competencies in information literacy, learning and teaching,
information access and delivery, technology utilization, and administration and
supervision.
P) models continuous
learning through activities such as membership in district, regional, State and
national organizations that support library information programs and
participation in staff development programs.
Q) uses the results of quantitative and
qualitative data analysis to make decisions and develop plans and policies for
the continuous improvement of the school's library information
program.
R) develops action plans
in conjunction with the technology specialist to accommodate changes in
critical areas such as the utilization of new resources and
technologies.
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