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In order to succeed in the 21st century, we will need to do more than just adapt to rapid and frequent change. We need to be vigilant and reflective of the transformations occurring in how we communicate, work, play, and are governed. The establishment of caring school communities, or Knowledge Communities, is vital to the positive intellectual, moral, and social development of our children. The pursuit to build Knowledge Communities is neither as politically appealing as the promise to 'leave no child behind,' nor is it as seductive as the offerings supplied by the newest technology. The creation of Knowledge Communities will take much more than using a number two pencil to fill out a standardized form, or providing adequate funds for the newest technological advances. Keeping in mind the adage that 'it takes a village to raise a child,' this book discusses how the local and global village can and should become an active and integral part of the classroom. This work is a valuable tool in advancing the mission of preparing students to intelligently select, sort, evaluate, and synthesize information from a wide variety of sources so that they possess the skills to be knowledgeable learners for life.

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Bottom line: For a theoretical read that can contribute ideas to the table of redesigning education, try this one. Teacher Librarian Nine contributions from educators discuss ways of creating and sustaining knowledge communities that are based on partnerships between administrators, teachers, school library media specialists, students, parents, and members of the local and global community. Particular attention is paid to the role of school library media specialists as community collaborators who are ideally suited to lead the way. Some issues related to technological dissemination are also addressed. Stefl-Mabry teaches at t he U. at Albany, State U. of New York, and Lynch is an adjunct professor at several institutions. Reference and Research Book News, November 2006

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Joette Stefl-Mabry is an assistant professor with the School of Information Science & Policy at the University at Albany, State University of New York where she also shares a courtesy appointment with the School of Education. Barbara L. Lynch is an adjunct professor at Hofstra, Nassau Community College, Queensborough Community College and Suffolk Community College.

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