Information Technology Pathfinder Award

Sponsored by Follett Software Company

Monetary amount:

• $1,000 to the school librarian
• $500 to the school library program

Overview

The Information Technology Pathfinder Award recognizes and honors school librarians demonstrating vision and leadership through the use of information technology to build lifelong learners.

Categories

Division One: For the innovative use of information technology in the school library program in an elementary (K-6) setting.

Division Two: For the innovative use of information technology in the school library program in a secondary (7-12) setting.

Criteria

Each application will be judged on the basis of:

1. the identification and utilization of technologies which address the needs of the school community;
2. the integration of technology into the school curriculum; and
3. the depth of the impact on student learning.

For the purpose of this award, "information technology" shall be defined as "any technology or combination of technologies that enables students and teachers to access, integrate, manage and produce information in a wide variety of formats." These technologies include, but are not limited to, computers and computer applications, databases, Internet, CD-ROM, laser technology, video, telecommunications, networking, distance learning and other emerging technologies.

Applicants must be personal members of AASL.

View the award rating sheet.

Questions? Contact Meg Featheringham, 800-545-2433 x1396, Manager/Editor

Past Recipients