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How to Audit Your School Library's Real Impact (Without Getting Lost in Statistics)
Modern school library - Picture generated by AI Gemini After my last post about teachers accidentally doing librarians' jobs, several...
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Sep 15, 20255 min read
Why Every Teacher in Your School Is Accidentally Doing a Librarian's Job (And What It's Costing You)
When Headteachers are considering their budget... why school libraries are cost effective if run well
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Jul 29, 20253 min read
Learning from the Future Via Guided Browsing
Finding new sources with forward chaining. Useful for EPQ students.
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Jun 16, 20254 min read
Why now is the time to rethink the role of school librarians
Reimagining the librarian as an inquiry partner and co-educator Why it's time to rethink the role of school librarians “I trusted her as...
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May 23, 20251 min read
If Some Students Succeed Without a School Library, Why Do We Need Them?
If some students succeed without a school library, why do we need them? I have often thought about this question and decided it was time...
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Mar 29, 20254 min read
School Library Strategy Planning, Inquiry, and AI: The Conversations That Mattered
Elizabeth's Membership is a place to have the conversations that matter!
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Mar 15, 20253 min read
Finding my lifejacket! Training membership for school librarians
Althea Briers is a school librarian, has been part of Engaging and Empowering School Libraries training membership for over a year and...
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Jan 18, 20253 min read
School Library Closures: A shortsighted Catastrophe
Closing school libraries: This isn't just a bad decision; its a betrayal of the very purpose of education.
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Dec 6, 20244 min read
Bringing FOSIL and School Pedagogy Together: A New Vision for Inquiry-Based Learning
Bringing FOSIL and school pedagogy together
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Oct 29, 20243 min read
Inquiry skills and the whole child - powerful in-school collaborations
Enquiry skills and the whole child: Powerful in school collaborations
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Oct 1, 20243 min read
Information Literacy and Metaphor
Information Literacy and Metaphor - How important are they?
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Sep 23, 20244 min read
5 ways to start the new school year with a clear plan and focus
5 ideas to get you thinking about taking your school library forward in the new school year.
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Aug 21, 20244 min read
Behind the Masterclass: Accountability, Support and Tailored Mentoring
Masterclass for school librarians. How it made a difference for one attendee.
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Aug 3, 20243 min read
The Critical Role of Strategic Planning for School Librarians
Why do school librarians need a strategic and development plan? Elizabeth highlights the importance and offers support.
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Jun 12, 20243 min read
History of UK School Libraries 1937 to the modern day
History of UK school Libraries 1937 to modern day.
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May 19, 20243 min read
Enhance your School Library's Impact with Ofsted readiness
"What exactly does Ofsted look for, and how can my library make a difference?" My training session is tailored to demystify these questions.
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Apr 22, 20242 min read
Understanding the Role of the School Librarian: A Guide for Headteachers and Senior Leaders
In the last few days, I have spoken to a few school librarians who have expressed their frustration with being unable to bring more to...
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Mar 7, 20244 min read
Armed with the latest knowledge about school libraries gave me inner confidence
Nalayini Indran has flourished from being part of Engaging and Empowering School Libraries Membership
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Feb 21, 20243 min read
Self-Motivated Professionals: Finding CPD Opportunities that Serve Your Goals
School librarians need to be self-motivated to keep themselves engaged. Find more ways to do this.
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Feb 9, 20247 min read
Balancing Act: 5 Time Management Tips for School Librarians Working Alone
Time management for lone school librarians is hard. Here are 5 tips to get you started.
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Jan 12, 20243 min read
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