How Do Libraries Boost Student Achivement?

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At least a decade of research has been devoted to this question, across multiple states.  Some of these studies are linked below.  Research clearly indicates that a strong library program is the greatest predictor of student success.  A strong library program has been shown to mitigate the effects of socio-economic factors in student achievement, leveling the playing field for many less-advantaged students..
   
Studies in:    
     
Texas Alaska California
     
1993 Colorado Study 2000 Colorado Study Florida
     
Iowa Massachusetts Michigan
     
Minnesota Missouri New Mexico
     
Ohio Oregon Pennsylvania
     
  Australia  
     
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What is a strong library program?  
1.  A well-supported current and balanced collection
2.  Collaboration with classroom teachers  
3. Teaching information literacy skills in the context of the content curriculum
4.  Teaching information literacy skills at the point of need

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