Library services for teaching and learning

The school library is a key learning hub.

Find ideas and advice for developing library services and programmes to support teaching and learning. When you develop or change your library services, involve your community and gather evidence to guide your changes.

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Developing library services

​If your library services respond to the needs of the school community, you'll ensure they are useful and relevant. Use evidence, input, and feedback from teachers and students to continuously improve your library services.​
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Supporting inquiry learning

Discover how your school library can support inquiry learning by providing expertise, collections, services, and spaces. Learn about the benefits of inquiry learning for students, and some models and approaches for effective inquiry.
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Your school library online

​This guide will help you develop your library’s online presence. It includes why your online presence is important, how it links to your library's goals and the options you have for creating websites and using social media.​
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Library services for teaching and learning