This publication may be photocopied. The items listed are intended to promote the philosophy of resource-based learning, in which the students gain knowledge and understandings through a variety of resources and instructional approaches. In addition to various print materials, the list includes videos, CD-ROMs, and kits. This multi-resource approach provides students with opportunities to interact with a wide range of current materials to suit varied learning styles. It is important that human resources be accessed as well.
Every community has capable people who can enrich educational experiences.
Local and provincial personnel include storytellers, elders, dieticians, fire fighters, and nurses. The initial list provides suggestions for resources. However, it remains the responsibility of classroom teachers, in consultation with teacher-librarians, to preview and select materials. Selection should be based on the objectives and philosophy of the curriculum, students' interests and abilities, students' prior knowledge and experience, and the interests or needs of the community. Materials should be chosen in accordance with the school division's materials selection policy.