Applications+of+Learning

Libertyville District #70 uses the Applications of Learning as the foundation of skills and dispositions that 21st Century Learners should possess. Learning experiences designed for students are expected to help develop these six areas and staff members are expected to exhibit these areas in their professional lives as well.

The Applications of Learning are a natural fit with the philosophy of the Highland Learning Center. The library program strives to integrate all these areas. I also use all these skills on a daily basis within my work as the Learning Center Director.

Here are the ways that each of the areas of the Application of Learning is woven in my work and the corresponding evaluation area for evidence:

** Communicating **
I communicate on a daily basis with students and staff members both orally and through written communication. Evidence of communication in my work can be seen in the Collaboration area and in the Direct Services & Instruction area.

Making Connections
I constantly look for ways to connect content area curriculum with materials and with information skills. Evidence of making connections in my work can be seen in the Collaboration area, in the Direct Services & Instruction area, and in the Professionalism & Personal Growth area.

Self-Direction
I am highly self-directed in my work. I think it is both in the nature of my job responsibilities and in my own nature. I love to learn and one of the best parts of my job is that I get to work across all subject areas. Evidence of self-direction in my work can be seen in the Professionalism & Personal Growth area, Assessment area, and in Program Management area

Solving Problems
Much of what I do all day is solve problems. I help people find the perfect books, figure out how to use technology, seek and use the needed information. Evidence of my work toward solving problems can be seen in the Program Managemen t area, Direct Services & Instruction, and Assessment area.

Using Technology
I strive to be a leader on faculty with using technology and integrating tools into learning.Technology is an integral part of the life of a library media specialist. Evidence of my use of technology can be see in the Direct Services & Instruction area and Collaboration area.

Working on Teams
To be successful in my goals, I must be able to work with others. Evidence of my ability to work on teams can be see in the Collaboration area.