Goal 4:
- Remain current with all legal guidelines and professional ethics; update all policies, procedures, and guidelines accordingly; and publicly post all current policies, procedures, and guidelines for staff, students, and parents.
Legal guidelines and ethical use of information is a top priority for a media specialist. Following and conveying the policies and procedures of the school is very important. According to Empowering Learners the media specialist is the expert on legislation, policies, and procedures (AASL, 2009). The stakeholder survey shows that half of the people polled do not feel the media center information, policies, and procedures are easily accessible. An important part of connecting the school and community to the media center is offering information and open communication. The media center is also responsible for teaching digital citizenship and copy-right laws to help the students and staff use information ethically.