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   ##  Advocacy and the 21st Century School Librarian: Challenges and Best Practices 

   [White paper](/taxonomy/term/126)    | 27 March 2018  

 This white paper provides a brief history of how school libraries have transformed, identifies some of the advocacy challenges school librarians face, and offers four best practices that can help school librarians advocate for themselves and for strong school library programs.



  

 

 ### Prove the value of your school library programs

Today’s school librarians must work harder than ever to prove their value to students, educators, administrators and parents. Thus, the role of advocacy in school librarianship is critical. Download this free white paper covering key advocacy topics such as:

- Definitions of 21st-century school librarianship
- Common challenges in school library advocacy
- Strategies to embed advocacy in everyday practice
- Web resources to help you get started



 

   
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