CONT997: Teacher Librarian Part 1

Course Schedule

Course Description

An intentionally developed library learning commons (LLC) headed by a proficient teacher librarian will significantly impact student learning. In this course, you will explore the rich and multifaceted role of the teacher librarian and the elements of an effective LLC.

What You Will Learn and Do

In this course you’ll have the opportunity to

• consider the complexity and scope of the teacher librarian’s role in British Columbia and elsewhere
• appreciate the necessity of teacher librarians being able to respond to the changing needs of students and school communities
• consider the impact of the LLC model on student learning
• access key resources that guide your role as a teacher librarian in Canada to develop practical resources for future use
• articulate your teacher librarian mission statement and LLC vision statement to guide and focus your work to maximize your effectiveness in the position
• learn ways to advocate for the teacher librarian’s role and create an advocacy-based plan
• communicate with key partners, especially school administrators
• demonstrate the competencies required to be a lifelong learner as they relate to the role of the teacher librarian

Application Requirements

Courses and Post-Graduate Certificates are approved by TQS for Category Upgrade. If you would like these courses to be used towards Category Upgrading, you must have a valid BC Teacher Certificate.

ECEs, EAs, and other education professionals are welcome to take the courses without Certification.

Course Materials

All resources are available online.

Accommodations

Applicants who require accommodations for a specific learning need (e.g., learning disability) within their AQ/ABQ course, should click here for further information and support.

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Refund Schedule

If you drop a course:

1. by the midpoint of the course, you will receive 100% of your course fee.
2. after the midpoint, before the end of the course, you will receive 50% of your course fee.

For more about our refund policies, visit our Fees & Refunds page.