Academic Library and Public School Partnerships to Foster K–12 Professional Development and Learning Opportunities

This study explores how academic libraries can strategically partner with K–12 schools to provide professional development for educators. Drawing from surveys and interviews with academic library administrators and public school superintendents in New Jersey, findings reveal strong interest in collaborations focused on information literacy, educational technology, and project‐based learning. The passage of New Jersey's Information Literacy Law (S588/A4169), the first in the United States, underscores the urgency for educator training, presenting academic librarians as valuable partners. The research highlights shared goals, barriers, and recommendations for building sustainable, standards‐aligned partnerships.