Describes a high school library orientation program, based on research and writing, that is centered on the curriculum and integrates the subjects of science and English. Discusses class assignments, the library orientation manual and steps in the library instruction process, and writing as an effective learning tool across the curriculum. (AEF)

Suggests ways in which librarians can help teachers include multicultural activities in the classroom to recognize cultural diversity throughout the curriculum. Highlights include the use of photographs, current events, contributions to history, checking textbooks for cultural or gender bias, audiovisual materials, and guest speakers from the…

Discusses how to write a library media curriculum for secondary school students that includes basic information skills under the categories of library use, literature appreciation, selection of appropriate resources, research strategies and tools, print resources, computer resources, ethical and legal issues including copyright and fair use,…

This series of eight articles examines cooperative curriculum planning by secondary education teachers and school librarians. The discussion provides examples of assignments that employ library resources and suggestions for working with teachers to develop new curriculum units, as well as the use of workshops to acquaint teachers with the…