Research Guides: Library and Information Science: School Libraries

CU Denver

CU Denver offers a Masters in Information and Learning Technologies Learning Design & Technology - Library, a fully online program that teaches the information-technology, pedagogy, and leadership skills you need to help students and teaching colleagues succeed and adapt to the demands of today’s world of information and technology.

University of Colorado Denver Master of Arts in Learning Design & Technology - Library
Provides information about the program including an overview, requirements, courses, and possible careers.

Reviewing Books

Children's Literature Comprehensive Database (CLCD) This link opens in a new window
Search for children's literature based on reader's age, grade, language, author, subject, interest level, reading level, genre, and many other data points. Includes an extensive collection of reviews and entries for award entries dating back to 1922. Users can register for MyCLDC and build, save, revisit and share - saved searches, lists and bibliographies.
NoveList This link opens in a new window
A reader's advisory database for book recommendations. Identify books for specific age groups or find books by subject, title or award.
Novelist K-8 This link opens in a new window
Book recommendations specifically for younger readers. It helps children find books that are just right for their reading level and interests.

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School Libraries Info

American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
The only national professional membership organization focused on school librarians.
Colorado Association of School Libraries (CASL)
Colorado advocate for school library programs, information literacy, educational technology, and lifelong learning.
Colorado Department of Education: Colorado School Libraries
Information for teacher librarians.
School Library Journal
SLJ produces offers product reviews, educational resources, and information on technology trends relevant to school and public librarians.
Assuring Quality in School Librarianship Education Programs
The ALA/AASL Standards for Initial Preparation of School Librarians apply to all master’s programs that prepare candidates to develop and manage library and information services in a PreK-12 setting, regardless of degree name or professional title.
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Fast Facts: Libraries
Statistics about all types of libraries, including school libraries.
The Center for Children's Books
The Center for Children’s Books (CCB) at the Graduate School of Library and Information Science (GSLIS) is a crossroads for critical inquiry, professional training, and educational outreach related to youth-focused resources, literature and librarianship.
The Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources Program
The Teaching with Primary Sources Program works with colleges and other educational organizations to deliver professional development programs that help teachers use the Library of Congress's rich reservoir of digitized primary source materials to design challenging, high-quality instruction.