School Librarian Roles and Responsibilities Quiz
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Which of the following contributes to the ethos and atmosphere of the library environment?

  • Ventilation
  • Lighting (correct)
  • Furniture
  • Temperature

What should be the first impression of the library for students?

  • A welcoming space (correct)
  • A formal space
  • A quiet space
  • A busy space

What should the library environment be relevant to?

  • Every student (correct)
  • Only junior students
  • Only teachers
  • Only senior students

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the library environment mentioned in the text?

<p>Character created by all of these (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one factor to consider with regards to the physical library?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, are primary schools more or less likely than secondary schools to have a dedicated library space?

<p>Less likely (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of shelving is best for storing picture books and graphic novels?

<p>Shelving designed for picture books (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are fiction books traditionally classified in libraries?

<p>By author's last name (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of stock classification in a library?

<p>To organize resources (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which classification system is frequently used for non-fiction resources in schools?

<p>Dewey Decimal Classification system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a consideration when choosing the location of a school library?

<p>Proximity to the school entrance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons why low lighting in a library can be problematic?

<p>It can cause issues for students with visual disabilities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is often used as an alternative to 'librarian' in schools?

<p>Both A and B (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for a school library to be able to accommodate a whole class?

<p>To conduct library and research lessons (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the traditional staff structure in school libraries?

<p>Head Librarian, assistant librarians, library assistants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key considerations when choosing library furniture?

<p>Durability and suitability for a busy library (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role can volunteers play in school libraries?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What qualifications are available for library professionals?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a classification system in a library?

<p>Allows for detailed searches to be carried out (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of cataloguing resources in a library?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a unique barcode used for in library cataloguing?

<p>To track multiple copies of the same book (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in a library management system (LMS)?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a technology that may be found in libraries according to the text?

<p>3D printers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the main reason why primary school libraries are less likely to have other technology besides the LMS?

<p>Lack of available space (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended role of a librarian in school improvement planning according to the CILIP Guidelines for Secondary School Libraries?

<p>To have direct access to the strategic management of the school (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are school librarians most commonly managed by according to the text?

<p>Teachers from the English department (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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