Request for Reconsideration of FIS/FISW Library Resource
We appreciate your concern. FIS/FISW has developed procedures for selecting materials, but realizes that not everyone will agree with every selection made.
Selection Criteria
Resources are selected using the following criteria:
● validity, currency and appropriateness of material in supporting the school's curriculum and programs
● suitability for the subject area, age, emotional development, ability level, learning styles, and social development of the students for whom the materials are selected
● creation of a balanced, diverse collection, including a breadth of fields of knowledge and recreational activities, and opposing views of controversial issues and events
● quality and variety of format
● appeal to a broad range of student interests and needs
● support of student language of instruction
● reflection of FIS community cultural interests
● reputation and significance of the author, producer, and publisher
● favorable reviews found in professional selection sources
● recommendations based on preview and examination of materials by professional personnel
If you are still concerned, please complete this Request for Reconsideration of Library Resource form and return it to your division librarian. You may be assured of prompt attention to your request. If this form is not returned within two weeks, we will assume you no longer wish to file a formal request.
Date: ______________________________________________
Request initiated by (name): ______________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________
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Phone number: ______________________________________
Connection to the school: ______________________________
Division where student is enrolled: _______________________
Resource title:_________________________________________________________
Format (i.e. book, video, software): ________________________________________
Author or creator: ______________________________________________________
Publisher or distributor: __________________________________________________
1. What brought this resource to your attention?
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2. Have you read, listened to, or viewed the resource in its entirety? _______________________________
3. To what in the resource do you object? Please be as specific as possible, with page numbers:
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4. What do you feel may be the result of a student's interaction with this resource?
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5. What do you believe is the theme of this resource?
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6. Would you recommend this resource to any age group? If so, which age group?
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7. Is there any similar resource that you would recommend as a replacement?
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