Research+Studies


 * School libraries make a difference - the research!**

Both international and Australian studies have shown a positive correlation between effective school libraries, run by a professional, and improved student learning.

__School libraries and student achievement in Ontario 2006__ Findings show a positive relationship between professionally staffed school libraries and student achievement. Student learning through Ohio School Libraries: Ohio Research Study 2004 Study shows that an effective school library, led by an accredited library specialist, plays a critical role in facilitating student learning for building knowledge. __School libraries work - Research Foundation__ Brings together findings from nearly a decade of empirical studies that cite the measurable impact school libraries and professional library staff have on student achievement.
 * International Studies**

Impact of School Libraries on Student Achievement: A Review of the Research [PDF] Michele Lonsdale, ACER 2003 This Australian review focuses on studies conducted since 1990, which show that school libraries can have a positive impact on student achievement—whether such achievement is measured in terms of reading scores, literacy or learning more generally. Student learning through Australian school libraries Part 1: A statistical analysis of student perceptions [PDF] Lyn Hay, Charles Sturt University 2005 Australian replication of the Ohio study using 46 schools in Queensland and Victoria. This article is the first part of an extensive report into the relationship between student learning and school libraries in Australia. Findings clearly demonstrate that an effective school library managed by a qualified teacher librarian contributes significantly to student learning.
 * Australian research**

Report released May 23rd, 2011. The report investigates the issues of the role, adequacy and resourcing of school libraries and teacher librarians in Australia.It also focuses on the impact of government policies and investments on school libraries, the potential of school libraries and teacher librarians to contribute to improved educational outcomes, and the recruitment and development of teacher librarians. Eleven recommendations were made.
 * National Inquiry into School Libraries and Teacher Librarians **

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