The school library exists to support the educational work of a school in three main ways: by providing the opportunity for children to be taught and learn for themselves research and independent learning skills; by exposing children to a broad range of literature in order to promote reading for pleasure and to produce children who want to read;…

This survey was conducted in order to determine how well the students at Minot State University (North Dakota) feel the Gordon B. Olson Library is fulfilling its mission of providing them with "convenient access to high quality information resources and services which support teaching, learning, and research." One objective of this…

Examines the Library Power program from the standpoint of student learning opportunities. Summarizes, from a student perspective, the findings of earlier studies and focuses on the areas of staffing, the facility, professional development, curriculum, instruction, and school reform. Highlights major lessons learned from the initiative. (AEF)