In addition to accessing content knowledge, all students need to be able to find, analyze, and use information effectively and safely. Library media specialists are the individuals who not only support students in the development of their 21st century skills but also assist teachers to incorporate these concepts int o their existing curriculum.

CSDE CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION, AND ASSESSMENT PUBLICATIONS

• Educational Technology and Information Literacy Position Statement [PDF]– This 2004 document include the visions and goals of Educational Technology and Information Literacy education as expressed by the Connecticut State Board of Education.
  
• Information and Technology Literacy Framework [PDF] [DOC] – This 2006 document is a guide for the development of K-12 information and technology literacy.
  
• 10 Big Ideas Booklets
  
• Library Media Resources

• American Association of School Librarians
  
  
• American Association of School Librarians Standards for the 21st Century Learner
  
  
• Children’s Internet Protection Act Compliance
  
  
• The Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Position Statements on e-Learning & Educational Technology
  
  
• Connecticut Association for School Librarians
  
  
• Connecticut Commission for Educational Technology
  
  
• Connecticut Education Network
  
  
• Connecticut Educational Technology and Information Literacy blog
  
  
• National Education Technology Standards for Students and Teachers
  
  
• Partnership for 21st Century Skills
  
  
• Partnership for 21st Century Skills Information and Communication Technology Literacy Maps for Science, Math, Geography, English and Social Studies
  
  
• Resources for Library Administration

Parents & Community

• National Education Technology Plan
  
  
• United States Department of Education (USDOE) Office of Educational Technology
  
  
• USDOE Secretary Spellings would like to hear your ideas on the integration of technology in education
  

Students

• The Connecticut Digital Library (iCONN)
  
  
• The Library of Congress