26 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a main LMS system mentioned in the text?
Reading Cloud
What type of technology is more likely to be found in secondary school libraries rather than primary school libraries?
Interactive smartboards
What is one of the aspects to consider when it comes to technology within the library?
All of the above
Who is recommended to manage the school librarian according to the CILIP Guidelines for Secondary School Libraries?
Member of the SMT
Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider with regards to the physical library?
The resources held within the library
According to the Great School Libraries survey, which type of school is more likely to have a dedicated library space?
Secondary schools
What is the purpose of a library within a school?
To be centrally located and accessible
Which of the following is NOT an aspect that contributes to the library environment, according to the text?
Furniture
What is the importance of first impressions in the library environment, according to the text?
First impressions should be one of a welcoming space
What should the library be relevant to, according to the text?
Relevant to every student in their reading, learning, and aspirations
Which of the following is a common alternative title for a librarian in many schools?
Library Assistant
What is the usual staff structure in school libraries?
Head Librarian and Assistant Librarians
What is the recommended approach for utilizing student volunteers in the school library?
All of the above
What percentage of library staff in participating schools had an academic qualification, according to the Great School Libraries campaign National Survey 2019?
34%
Which type of shelving is best for storing picture books in a primary school library?
Shelving units designed specifically for picture books
How are fiction books usually classified in libraries?
By the author's last name in alphabetical order
Which classification system is frequently used for classifying non-fiction resources in schools?
The Dewey Decimal Classification (DOC) system
What is the main purpose of stock classification in a library?
To organize resources and facilitate searching
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consideration for the location of a school library?
Proximity to classrooms
What is the minimum seating capacity recommended for a school library?
At least one whole class
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of resource that should be included in a school library?
Cooking recipes
What is NOT mentioned as a recommended feature of library furniture?
High street store shelving
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using an established library classification system?
Allows for detailed searches based on genres, subjects, and keywords
What is the purpose of cataloguing library stock?
To enable students and staff to search the collection for relevant resources
What is the purpose of assigning a unique barcode to each catalogued resource?
To identify multiple copies of the same book
What is an advantage of using a library management system (LMS)?
It enables the library to be managed efficiently and save time
Study Notes
Library Management and Organization
- The headteacher or deputy headteacher is recommended to manage the school librarian according to the CILIP Guidelines for Secondary School Libraries.
Library Environment
- First impressions are important in the library environment as they set the tone for the entire experience.
- The library should be relevant to the needs of the users.
Library Staffing and Volunteers
- The usual staff structure in school libraries includes the librarian, library assistant, and student volunteers.
- Student volunteers should be utilized in the school library with a clear set of roles and responsibilities.
Library Resources and Classification
- Fiction books are usually classified in libraries using the fiction genre or author's surname.
- The Dewey Decimal Classification system is frequently used for classifying non-fiction resources in schools.
- The main purpose of stock classification in a library is to organize resources in a logical and consistent manner.
- Cataloguing library stock helps to provide a detailed record of each item.
- Assigning a unique barcode to each catalogued resource allows for efficient tracking and management.
Library Technology and Systems
- Library management systems (LMS) help to streamline library operations and improve resource discovery.
- An advantage of using an LMS is that it enables quick and efficient tracking of resources.
Physical Library Space
- A dedicated library space is more likely to be found in secondary schools rather than primary schools.
- The minimum seating capacity recommended for a school library varies depending on the institution.
- Shelving type and design should be considered when storing picture books in a primary school library.
Miscellaneous
- 71% of library staff in participating schools had an academic qualification, according to the Great School Libraries campaign National Survey 2019.
- A common alternative title for a librarian in many schools is a learning resource manager.
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