Which term refers to the professional guiding library services and information literacy?

• A. Library Media Specialist
• B. Information Literacy
• C. Technological Proficiency
• D. Program Administration

Answer: (A)

The professional who leads library services and guides information literacy in a school setting is the Library Media Specialist. This role combines overseeing the library program and collections with instructional leadership, teaching students how to locate, evaluate, and ethically use information, and helping them develop research skills across the curriculum. They collaborate with teachers to integrate information-literacy objectives into lessons, model good information practices, and ensure students have equitable access to resources and digital citizenship education.

Information literacy is the set of abilities students develop to identify when information is needed, locate credible sources, evaluate those sources, and use information effectively and ethically. It describes the skill set, not a person. Technological proficiency refers to how well someone uses technology tools, which is important in modern libraries but does not name the professional who leads library services. Program administration involves managing the library’s operations, scheduling, budgeting, and policy—part of the role, but it does not specifically denote the person responsible for guiding information literacy.