Briefly defines the concepts of "data,""information," and "knowledge" for the work of school library media specialists. Examines the development of the profession from passive organizers and disseminators of information to active information integrators. Discusses knowledge management and suggests that the profession…

Examines new guidelines for library media programs developed by the American Association of School Librarians and the Association for Educational Communications and Technology. Discusses future developments, mission statements, the relationship of information use to standards, the dimensions of library services, and the role of the library media…

Describes the publication of the American Library Association's new school library media program guidelines and standards, "Information Power: Building Partnerships for Learning." Discussion includes the library mission; the constant state of evolution of the library and information services profession; and the importance of standards.…