Liferarian Association Library Courses

Empowering Librarians & Educators to Build Future-Ready Libraries

The Liferarian Association offers professional development courses designed to equip librarians and educators with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to create dynamic, inclusive, and future-ready learning spaces.
For inquiries: coachingliferarian@gmail.com

— Who Should Enroll

  • School librarians (primary to high school).
  • Educators interested in integrating library practices into teaching.
  • Aspiring librarians and library support staff.

Course Highlights:

Research Skills & Curriculum

  • Extended Essay for Librarians (TBD): Understand the Extended Essay process, research methodologies, topic selection, information literacy, and assessment strategies.
  • Research Skills for Primary School: Fundamentals of research, age-appropriate activities, digital literacy integration, and sharing findings.
  • Research Skills for MYP & High School Students: Advanced methodologies, student engagement strategies, technology integration, and showcasing projects.
  • Library Curriculum Design: Planning library curricula, collaborating with teachers, and diversifying instructional strategies.

— Technology & Innovation

  • Integrating Technology Tools in the Library: Enhance information literacy, digital collaboration, and data management.
  • Exploring AI & Teaching Tools: Fundamentals of AI, educational technology integration, ethical use, and innovative teaching practices

— Reading, Media & Information Literacy

  • Reading Strategies to Build Thinking Skills: Critical thinking, comprehension, analytical reasoning, and creative problem-solving.
  • Media Literacy: Evaluate media critically, digital citizenship, and media production skills
  • Information Literacy: Effective research, ethical use of information, organization, synthesis, and presentation

— Creative Engagement & Communication

  • Understanding Illustrations in Picture Books: Visual literacy, text-image integration, cultural context, and creative expression
  • Social Media for Libraries: Build social media literacy, content creation, strategic marketing, and community engagement
  • Empowering Students Voice & Choice: Encourage learner autonomy, inquiry-based learning, and research project facilitation

— Benefits of Participation

  • Gain practical skills to implement immediately in school libraries
  • Earn a Certificate of Completion
  • Join a professional network of librarians and educators
  • Build confidence and expertise to lead change in your school community
  • Support a social cause: a portion of fees funds libraries in rural areas

— Course Format & Duration

  • Flexible online and in-person workshops
  • Duration: Each module ranges from 2-5 hours
  • Includes interactive activities, reflections, and assignments

— Registration & Payment Details

  • Beneficiary: Liferarian Association
  • Bank: Kotak Mahindra Bank
  • Account Number: 5145033999
  • IFSC: KKBK0001345
  • Branch: L.J. Road, Mahim, Mumbai 400016
  • SWIFT Code: KKBKINBBCPC (for international transfers)

Note: Please include your bank transaction number in the registration form.

👉 For inquiries: coachingliferarian@gmail.com

Crafting a Comprehensive Library Policy

Learn to create effective, inclusive library policies that meet the evolving needs of modern educational institutions.

Date: To be announced soon

Designing an Engaging Library Curriculum

Discover innovative strategies to develop a dynamic library curriculum that inspires student curiosity and learning.

Date: To be announced soon

Learning to Create Your Library Website

Build and manage a professional library website to enhance your digital presence and engage your school community.

Date: To be announced soon

IB Profiles, ATL Skills & Concepts with Picture Books

Use picture books to foster critical learner profiles and ATL skills in engaging and meaningful ways.

Date: To be announced soon

Evaluating different forms of Media for Secondary School

Develop techniques to teach students how to evaluate media critically and identify misinformation.

Date: To be announced soon

Understanding 'Interactive Read Alouds and Science Reading'

Ketki Bedekar is a dedicated Teacher Librarian for the Primary Years Programme at Ecole Mondiale World School. With expertise in Information Literacy Skills, Interactive Read Alouds, and organizing engaging library activities, Ketki is passionate about fostering a love for reading and learning in her students.

Date: 25th January 2025

Understanding Copyright and Fair Use

Learn practical applications of copyright laws and fair use principles for ethical resource sharing.

Date: To be announced soon

Understanding Research Models and Skills

Equip students with research techniques that build critical thinking and inquiry-based learning skills.

Date: To be announced soon

Exploring Nonfiction as a Genre for Primary School


Make nonfiction texts engaging for young readers to spark curiosity and improve literacy.

Date: To be announced soon

Understanding Role of Librarian for Extended Essay

Learn how to support Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge programmes with practical strategies.

Date: To be announced soon

Purposeful Library Calendar

Learn to design a structured calender that promotes literacy and fosters community engagement.

Date: To be announced soon

Understanding the Power of Illustrations

Participants will learn about different forms of illustrations and strategies to unpack the value of picture books.

Date: To be announced soon

Elevate Your Expertise

Professional Growth Opportunities

  • Extended Essay For Librarians: TBD - Understanding the Extended Essay Process, Research Skills Development, Guidance on Information Literacy, Advise on Topic Selection, & Assessments

  • How to teach Research Skills for Primary School - Understanding Research Fundamentals,Developing Age-Appropriate Research Activities, Integrating Technology and Digital Literacy, Enhancing Information Literacy & Sharing your Research Findings.

  • How to collaborate and teach Research Skills to MYP and HS students - Understanding of Research Methodologies and Pedagogical Approaches, Strategies to engage MYP and HS students in Research Activities, Integration of Technology and Information Literacy and Showcasing of Research Projects.

  • Integrating Tech Tools in the Library - Enhanced Information Literacy, Technology Integration Skills, Digital Collaboration and Data Management and Analysis to improve services.

  • Reading strategies to build Thinking Skill: - Critical Thinking Development, Enhanced Comprehension Skills, Analytical and Inferential Thinking, Engaging with Text to Problem Solve and Think Creatively.

  • Unleashing the Power of Social Media to Promote Your Work: - Social Media Literacy, Content Creation and Curation, Strategic Social Media Marketing, Community Building and Engagement through interactive content that encourages participation and feedback.

  • Understanding the language of illustrations in Picture Books - Visual Literacy Skills, Artistic Analysis, Integration of Text and Image, Cultural and Contextual Understanding and Creative Expression.

  • Media Literacy - Critical Analysis of Media, Evaluation of Sources, Digital Citizenship, Media Production Skills and Understanding Media Influence.

  • Information Literacy - Effective Research Skills, Critical Evaluation of Sources, Ethical Use of Information, Information Organization and Management, Information Synthesis and Presentation.

  • Exploring AI and other Teaching and Learning Tools: - Understanding AI Fundamentals, Proficiency in Educational Technologies, Integration of AI in Teaching, Ethical Considerations in AI and Innovations in Teaching and Learning.

  • Library Curriculum - Understanding Library Curriculum Components, Collaboration Techniques, Resource Utilization and Instructional Strategies to diversify services and provide individualized learning experiences.


To receive a certificate of completion, participants will engage in reflections, responses and assignments.

Library Courses




We customize Library Professional Training including all forms of literacy: reading, writing, information, media and ethical use of information to schools for all boards.



We offer Professional Coaching to teachers on how to teach research skills to primary and secondary school students while understanding ethical use of information & academic integrity.

We offer to build your library collection to ensure that your library is well-stocked with fiction, nonfiction and eBooks. We will ensure your collection is current, updated to meet the needs of your curriculum.

Liferarian Association is offering courses to empower Librarians & Educators.


For more information, email: coachingliferarian@gmail.com


About Liferarian Library Courses

The Liferarian Association Coaching Team proudly presents a comprehensive program designed to elevate the professional development of librarians and support educational institutions in creating dynamic library and learning hubs aligned with National or International Curricula.

Our teacher library workshops are tailored for educators and aspiring individuals seeking to implement cutting-edge, 21st-century strategies that enhance their school communities. Each module covers a broad spectrum of literacy skills, including information and media literacy, understanding copyright, and digital storytelling. Participants will cultivate a growth mindset and acquire the essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage school libraries and deliver impactful lessons in today’s evolving educational landscape. Read More


Payment Details

  • Part of the course fees will go towards building libraries in rural areas.

  • Payment to be made towards – Liferarian Association.

  • Kotak Mahindra Bank, Account Number 5145033999, IFSC: KKBK0001345, Branch: L.J. Road. Mahim. Mumbai 400016.

  • SIFT code KKBKINBBCPC for International Transfers

  • Please include the bank transaction number in the registration form.






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