Protecting Intellectual Freedom and Privacy in Your School Library

Preface
Acknowledgments
1. What is Intellectual Freedom?
Introduction
What is Intellectual Freedom?
The Library Bill of Rights and Intellectual Freedom
The "Ever Green" Interpretations of the Library Bill of Rights
The Code of Ethics and Intellectual Freedom
The Intellectual Freedom Manual: A Guide to Protecting Minors' Rights in a School Library
Key Ideas Summary
Resource Roundup: Core Intellectual Freedom Resources
Discussion Questions
2. Intellectual Freedom: From Principles to Practice
Introduction
The "Overdue" Blues: A Dilemma for School Librarians
Principals and Confidentiality of Library Records
Computerized Reading Programs and Intellectual Freedom
How School Budgets Affect Students' Intellectual Freedom
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and Equitable Access to Technology
Key Ideas Summary
Resource Roundup: Intellectual Freedom in Action
Discussion Questions
3. Challenges to School Library Resources
Introduction
The Freedom to Question: Challenges in School Libraries
Can You Challenge-Proof Your School Library?
A Tale of Two Challenges
What Happens When You Call the ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom for Help?
The Materials Selection Policy: Defense Against Censorship
Key Ideas Summary
Resource Roundup: Combating Censorship
Discussion Questions
4. Intellectual Freedom Online
Introduction
Filters and Access to Information, Part I
Filters and Access to Information, Part II
Filters and Access to Information, Part III
Overcoming Filtering Frustration
Dusting Off the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
Social Networking and Privacy: A Law Enforcement Perspective
Key Ideas Summary
Resource Roundup: Intellectual Freedom Online
Discussion Questions
5. Serving Students with Special Needs
Introduction
Access for Students with Disabilities
Welcoming America's Newest Immigrants: Providing Access to Resources and Services for English Language Learners
Serving Homeless Children in Your School Library, Part I
Serving Homeless Children in Your School Library, Part II
Key Ideas Summary
Resource Roundup: Serving Students with Special Needs
Discussion Questions
6. Privacy and Confidentiality in the School Library
Introduction
Confidentiality
The Age of the Patron and Privacy: Elementary Students
The Age of the Patron: Privacy for Middle and High School Students
The Ebb and Flow of Library Privacy
The Troubled Student and Privacy
How Circulation Systems May Impact Student Privacy
More Privacy Concerns about Technology Use in the Library Media Center
Protecting the Privacy of Student Patrons
Retaining School Library Records
Privacy Checklist: Evaluating Privacy in Your School Library Media Program
Key Ideas Summary
Resource Roundup: School Library Privacy
Discussion Questions
7. The Intellectual Freedom Community
Introduction
Are You Part of the Intellectual Freedom Community?
Who Are Our Friends? The Community of the Book
The American Civil Liberties Union: Another Ally for School Librarians
Happy Birthday to the Freedom to Read Foundation: 40 Years of Protecting Library User's Access to Information
Libraries and Intellectual Freedom in Developing Countries
Key Ideas Summary
Resource Roundup: The Intellectual Freedom Community
Discussion Questions
8. Advocating for Intellectual Freedom
Introduction
New Year's Resolutions and Resources
Advocating for Intellectual Freedom with Principals and Teachers
Reaching Out to Parents
Citizens in Training: Twelve Ways to Teach Students about Intellectual Freedom
Protecting Students' Rights and Keeping Your Job
Banned Books Week: Just the Beginning
Choose Privacy Week: A New ALA Initiative
The Intellectual Freedom Calendar: Another Advocacy Plan for the School Library
Key Ideas Summary
Resource Roundup: Intellectual Freedom Advocacy
Discussion Questions
9. The Future of Intellectual Freedom in School Libraries
Introduction
Fewer School Librarians: The Effect on Students' Intellectual Freedom
Solo Librarians and Intellectual Freedom: Perspectives from the Field
Key Ideas Summary
Resource Roundup: The Future of Intellectual Freedom
Discussion Questions
Appendix A: Core Intellectual Freedom Documents from the American Library Association
Library Bill of Rights
Code of Ethics of the American Library Association
Appendix B: Pro-First Amendment and Privacy Organizations
Contact information and descriptions of intellectual freedom and privacy advocacy groups
Index