AASL Standards Guide.pdf

The National School Library Standards reflect an evolution of AASL learning standards and program guidelines, now referred to as "standards" for learners, school librarians, and school libraries. Key elements include:

Retained Domains: Think, Create, Share, and Grow for interdisciplinary thinking and learning
Three parallel sets of standards articulating Competencies for learners and school librarians
Alignments for school libraries
Shared Foundations: Inquire, Include, Collaborate, Curate, Explore, and Engage
Key Commitments and multimedia materials available on the AASL Standards web portal

To get started, school librarians should:
Reflect on current practices and areas for improvement
Read and explore the National School Library Standards and supporting materials
Prioritize standards goals to tackle first
Reflect on manageable priorities and additional strengths or areas for development

School librarians are encouraged to share the AASL Standards with:
Librarian colleagues to collaborate on local priorities
Administrators to discuss alignment with school and district priorities
Teaching colleagues to identify relevant Shared Foundations
* Parents through the school library newsletter, social media, and website.