Online Educational Videos

The online video I chose is entitled: The 21^st Century Media Center Program. This is about a study done in Michigan relating to the importance of school library media programs.

This video shows ways that librarians can be helpful, suggesting ways that teachers and students can use the library and librarian to the best advantage. This 8-minute video discusses the why, what, and how of a school library media program. It states that a strong program with a certified media specialist does increase the likelihood of students performing well academically. This shows just how important school libraries and media specialists really are in a community. A school library media specialist should collaborate with teachers for classroom projects, as well as help students to use computers and the Internet safely, efficiently, effectively and ethically when doing research. Teaching information literacy skills—selecting, evaluating and using materials—is essential for students to be successful in school and careers in the 21^st Century. A librarian should also provide students with opportunities by purchasing quality books and information sources and encouraging them to read, both for information and pleasure.