Philosophy+of+librarianship

=﻿Philosophy of Librarianship =

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﻿The classroom setting is one that I have enjoyed for over the past 20 years. One of my strengths in the classroom is my passion and enthusiasm for my content area, which I feel has had a direct impact on my students and their willingness and eagerness to learn, and continue to learn. I look ahead with anticipation and excitement as my plans are to move into the role of librarian as East Richland High School upon retirement of the current librarian. My goal is to continue to have an impact on students and their learnning as I enter into this position. =====

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Due to changes in education and media technology over the years, the library has evolved figuratively into the hub of the building, the school, and the academic process. The librarian's role is extensive, as the responsibilities can include collaborator, organizer, facilitator of technology, teacher, and guide for the infinite resources the student may encounter. The librarian's job should be one in which he or she evaluates the needs of the teaching staff and assists the teachers as they develop lessons and utilizes resources and learning tools. The job also includes the ordering of the most useful and relevant books and materials, and determining the best way the library budget can be utilized. Finally, the librarian can also be seen as a liason between the student and the book or literature, with hopefully the end result being to help instill a love for reading and life-long learning. =====

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Looking to the future, the library will have to continue to evolve with innovations and technology to meet the needs of the 21st century student, providing them tools needed to compete and succeed in an ever changing world. =====