Powerful libraries make powerful learners: the Illinois study

TitlePowerful libraries make powerful learners: the Illinois study
Publication TypeBook
Year of Publication2005
AuthorsLance, KC, Rodney, MJ, Hamilton-Pennell, C
PublisherIllinois School Library Media Association
CityCanton, IL
Impact Statement: 
ACT scores higher for schools spending more on their libraries
Better-funded school library media programs help to close the achievement gap
High schools with more library visits, 11th grade ACT scores higher
More library visits result in higher writing averages
There is a relationship between library spending and writing performance
School librarians are instructional consultants
Schools with More Library Computers Average Higher Scores
ACT scores increase when librarians collaborate with teachers