Administering the School Library Media Center

by Betty J. Morris

This reference text provides a complete instructional overview of the workings of the library media center--from the basics of administration, budgeting, facilities management, organization, selection of materials, and staffing to explanations on how to promote information literacy and the value of digital tools like blogs, wikis, and podcasting.

Since the publication of the fourth edition of Administering the School Library Media Center in 2004, many changes have altered the landscape of school library administration: the implementation of NCLB legislation and the revision of AASL standards, just to mention two. The book is divided into 14 chapters, each devoted to a major topic in school library media management. This latest edition gives media specialists a roadmap for designing a school library that is functional and intellectually stimulating, while leading sources provide guidance for further research.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Library Science, School

600 pages, Hardcover

First published July 1, 1992

Reviews

[Keri Clark]

- informative
- lots of useful resources
- a valuable resource if you’re looking to move into the library/ media center
- perfect for elementary and secondary teachers
- I will be using this as a reference for next year
- I feel prepared for my test 👍

[Heidi · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of the best library texts I've read to date. Extremely useful and practical, was borrowed for my coursework, but will likely purchase for my professional shelf to reference in the future.

[Crys Bauermeister · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not a tomb you'd just pick up and read, but quite a few helpful examples and bits of advice fill this book. To go back and later peruse the pages might give an idea or reminder about what needs to be done. Probably not a book I'll keep though.

[Maggie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great resource for school librarians. This is an updated version and includes lots of technology tips. If it's been a while since you've taken a class, you might want to get this book as a refresher.

[Brooke Nadzam · Rating 2 out of 5]

Oh my goodness. One word. Boring. I can see the reference value of this for me.in the future, but as a read, even by textbook standards it's tough to swallow.

[Crazycatlady · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good information and some great suggested Web sites and other resources.