Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2021

Publication Title

School Library Research

Volume

24

Pages

1-23

Abstract

The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) recently released standards to guide the practice of school librarians. The National School Library Standards for Learners, School Librarians, and School Libraries (2018) were put forward as a single text with integrated frameworks. One year later, the ALA/AASL/CAEP School Librarian Preparation Standards (2019) were adopted to inform the preparation of school librarians. Using a one-way crosswalk analysis, this study explores the alignment of the AASL Standards Framework for School Librarians from the AASL Standards with the ALA/AASL/CAEP Preparation Standards to determine consistencies in expectations as well as identify noted gaps. Findings will assist educators of school librarians to develop meaningful coursework and pre-service experiences.

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Original Publication Citation

Burns, E. A., & Dawkins, A. M. (2021). School librarian preparation and practice: An exploration of the AASL National School Library Standards and ALA/AASL/CAEP School Librarian Preparation Standards. School Library Research, 24, 1-23.

ORCID

0000-0002-3808-0195 (Burns)

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