New York Times Video - 21st Century Librarian

The 21st Century Librarian

School librarians like Stephanie Rosalia have transformed into multi-faceted information specialists who guide students through the flood of digital information that confronts them on a daily basis.

Interesting video article discussing information literacy skills and the need to teach internet fluency at a young age. I loved Stephanie Rosalia's pragmatic and forward thinking approach to her work. She's giving the children at her school skills that they will take with them beyond the classroom and into their daily lives.

Also notable: The lack of librarians in public schools. With the sheer volume of information kids can access on the web, how can they possibly navigate intelligently and successfully if they aren't taught basic information literacy skills? Considering the rate of technological advancement showing no signs of slowing, these skills are just as vital as the three "R's." It is our school's responsibility to give students the ability to function in the world of tomorrow.