Professional+Practice


 * __Professional Practice__**

2**.1 Learning environment Excellent teacher librarians:**

2.1.1 create and nurture an information-rich learning environment which supports the needs of the school community.

2.1.2 provide access to information resources through efficient, effective and professionally-managed systems.

2.1.3 foster an environment where learners are encouraged and empowered to read, view, listen and respond for understanding and enjoyment.

2.1.4 appreciate the dynamic nature of ICTs and their role in education.

Excellent teacher librarians:**
 * 2.2 Learning and teaching

2.2.1 collaborate with teachers to plan and implement information literacy and literature programs that result in postive student learning outcomes.

2.2.2 ensure that their programs are responsive to the needs of learners in the school community.

2.2.3 support learning and teaching by providing equitable access to professionally-selected resources.

2.2.4 assist individual learners to develop independence in their learning.

2.2.5 teach the appropriate and relevant use of ICTs and information resources.

Excellent teacher librarians:**
 * 2.3 Library and information services management

2.3.1 ensure that the library's policies and procedures implement the school's mission.

2.3.2 provide exemplary reference and information services to the school community. 2.3.3 strategically plan and budget for improvement in library and information services and programs.
 * collection development

2.3.4 apply information management practices and systems that are consistent with national standards.

Excellent teacher librarians:**
 * 2.4 Evaluation

2.4.1 monitor teaching practice to ensure improved learning and teaching.

2.4.2 evaluate student learning to provide evidence of progress in information literacy and reading.

2.4.3 measure library resources, facilities, programs and services against current policies, standards documents and benchmarks.

2.4.4 use evidence to inform programs and services.