IBDP library
Starting to catalog and classify
What might be involved in cataloging and classifying a DP library collection? Here, we look at supportive references in IB documentation, ways of organizing resources in a library and starting to catalog...
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Library world acronyms
Just as in most other spheres of life, acronyms abound in the school library world. whilst acronyms might be considered ‘alphabet soup’, we've aimed to explain acronyms as we use them in the website,...
IBDP library
Digital tools, products & services
Digital tools, products and services, in addition to databases and ebooks, are central to school library resource collections, including those supporting the IB Diploma Programme. Here, we look at aspects...
Extended essay
Supporting students throughout the EE process
The Extended Essay is a process which lasts quite a long time. Sometimes, the librarian is only formally involved at the beginning of the process, but usually, the librarian has a more ongoing relationship...
Academic integrity
Showing students how to connect their text and references through APA
Academic integrity This is a simple tool or example to show students how to use parenthetical citation technique or citing in text – in this example using a major referencing style from APA (American...
Academic integrity
Showing students how to connect their text and references through MLA
Academic integrity A tool or example to show students how to use parenthetical citation technique or citing in text – in this example using a major referencing style from MLA (Modern Language Association....
IBDP librarian
Check-out: lending physical library resources
Check-out - borrowing or lending printed books or physical resources - is perceived as being a standard or basic function of a library. However, a trend is for students to borrow less as they grow older...
IBDP library
Review and revision
Students are generally encouraged to review or revise ahead of examinations. Here, we look at ways in which the DP library/ian can help students with the considerable study implications of the DP, including...
IBDP library
ebooks
Providing, managing, promoting and assessing usage of ebook content is a concern or strong interest of many school librarians. Here, we look at some of the issues of this ever-changing situation, and...
Extended essay
Common problems students face
Students can face issues or problems with their EE. Here, we look from the student perspective what these issues commonly are and suggest - apart from an understanding of these student concerns by the...