Overview

Library and informational services

The MVISD Librarian serves as an active partner in the teaching and learning process by collaborating with educators to develop meaningful learning experiences through the integration of both content and information literacy TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills). MVISD libraries promote a love of reading and literature by ensuring all students are able to freely choose age appropriate materials of interest in their campus library.

School Librarian Certificate by Texas Administrative Code

Instructional Design in the 21st Century School library

  • Inquiry provides a framework for learning. Students are taught to locate, select, evaluate, and use information appropriately and effectively.
  • Reading is a foundational skill for learning, personal growth and enjoyment. It is encouraged at all grade levels through various promotional and instructional activities designed to develop successful readers.
  • Library users employ technology to locate materials and training for all learners in the use of current and emerging technologies
  • The library collection is varied, balanced, and current. It features information in multiple formats for all needs and interests, supports the curriculum, and is appealing to library users.
  • The library is flexibly scheduled so that learners may use the library independently and at point of need.

Highlights

  • School Library Progams: Standards and Guidelines for Texas. The State of Texas establishes guidelines for school library programs at four levels: exemplary, recognized, acceptable, and below standard.
  • American Association of School Librarians, Standards for the 21st-Century Learner and Empowering Learners: Guidelines for School Library Programs provides a framework for library teaching and learning based on the the common beliefs:
      • Reading is a window to the world.
      • Inquiry provides a framework for learning.
      • Ethical behavior in the use of information must be taught.
      • Technology skills are crucial for future employment needs
      • Equitable access is a key component for education.