Impact of the Library on Student Achievement
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Strong School Library Media Programs make a difference in academic achievement.

Three major research studies were done in 2000 in over 900 schools in Alaska, Pennsylvania, and Colorado.  Two statewide studies were done in 2001 in Texas and Oregon. Four program elements are the foundation for student achievement.
Teaching Information Literacy
  Building Reading Literacy
  Enhancing Learning Through Technology

Collaborating with Teachers in the Design of Learning