Melanie West, Audience Development Manager at North Ayrshire on offering young people the opportunity to comment in and shape services available to them
This document summarizes findings from the Pew Research Center's research on how Americans use libraries and interact with books, reading, and digital media. It finds that while books and in-person browsing are still important library activities, technology and digital media are also commonly used. Most Americans feel it is important for libraries to offer services like librarian assistance, books, computers/internet access, and quiet study spaces. However, many are open to new digital services from libraries as well. Overall, the research suggests libraries continue evolving their roles to provide both access to information and guidance on using tools and finding reliable information in the digital age.
Making a lasting connection with your school communitySenga White
Workshop presentation given at the SLANZA (School Library Association of New Zealand Aotearoa) in Wellington, July 2013 looking at What are the effective ways to promote library services and programmes to your wider school community?
How do you market these to your teachers or your parent community?
When you've created the opportunity, what should you tell them?
And once you've made those precious connections, how do you build on them and water the seeds you've planted?
Just how well do you know the people who use your library? Lee Rainie, Director of the Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project and co-author of Networked: The New Social Operating System, shares the latest data about how our clientele are interacting with information technology. Learn about patron preferences and behaviors during this program.
Children's Librarians: Becoming a Media MentorAmy Koester
Libraries are increasingly becoming media mentors for families as digital media use among children rises. As a media mentor, librarians can provide resources and guidance to help families make informed decisions about children's media use. This includes referencing position statements from organizations on developmentally appropriate practices, evaluating media using rubrics, and staying informed on the latest research. Administrative support is needed for media mentorship initiatives, which require time for librarians to learn resources, integrate media guidance into programming, and meet one-on-one with families.
The Skoobmobile program promotes literacy and play for children and families across Renfrewshire. Since 2015, the mobile library has hosted over 17,000 visits from children and 3,400 visits from adults. The program focuses on serving schools and neighborhoods more than a mile from libraries, as well as areas with high poverty rates. Activities include storytelling, reading sessions, play activities, and distributing books to children to encourage literacy. The goal is to help develop early language and reading skills to reduce attainment gaps, support parents, and promote library services. However, securing ongoing funding remains a challenge.
Swapshop 2014: Six Book Challenge - Genevieve Clarke, The Reading AgencyAndy Ryan
The Six Book Challenge is a program run by The Reading Agency to motivate people to read more. Participants read 6 books over time and receive a certificate. It began in 2008 and has grown each year, engaging over 40,000 people in 2014 through libraries, colleges, prisons and workplaces. Studies show it improves participants' confidence in reading. The 2015 Challenge will add a digital component and more book options at lower reading levels.
How can the students of library and information science help to improve the image of libraries? And what should libraries do to attract young people? To answer these questions we used triangulation of research methods, namely method of positive change, action research and interview with open question. The first grade master students in Department of Library and Information Science in Bratislava were asked as well as the library professionals from eight different Slovak libraries. The possibilities for change can be seen in the intersection of their various answers.
This document summarizes findings from the Pew Research Center's research on how Americans use libraries and interact with books, reading, and digital media. It finds that while books and in-person browsing are still important library activities, technology and digital media are also commonly used. Most Americans feel it is important for libraries to offer services like librarian assistance, books, computers/internet access, and quiet study spaces. However, many are open to new digital services from libraries as well. Overall, the research suggests libraries continue evolving their roles to provide both access to information and guidance on using tools and finding reliable information in the digital age.
Making a lasting connection with your school communitySenga White
Workshop presentation given at the SLANZA (School Library Association of New Zealand Aotearoa) in Wellington, July 2013 looking at What are the effective ways to promote library services and programmes to your wider school community?
How do you market these to your teachers or your parent community?
When you've created the opportunity, what should you tell them?
And once you've made those precious connections, how do you build on them and water the seeds you've planted?
Just how well do you know the people who use your library? Lee Rainie, Director of the Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project and co-author of Networked: The New Social Operating System, shares the latest data about how our clientele are interacting with information technology. Learn about patron preferences and behaviors during this program.
Children's Librarians: Becoming a Media MentorAmy Koester
Libraries are increasingly becoming media mentors for families as digital media use among children rises. As a media mentor, librarians can provide resources and guidance to help families make informed decisions about children's media use. This includes referencing position statements from organizations on developmentally appropriate practices, evaluating media using rubrics, and staying informed on the latest research. Administrative support is needed for media mentorship initiatives, which require time for librarians to learn resources, integrate media guidance into programming, and meet one-on-one with families.
The Skoobmobile program promotes literacy and play for children and families across Renfrewshire. Since 2015, the mobile library has hosted over 17,000 visits from children and 3,400 visits from adults. The program focuses on serving schools and neighborhoods more than a mile from libraries, as well as areas with high poverty rates. Activities include storytelling, reading sessions, play activities, and distributing books to children to encourage literacy. The goal is to help develop early language and reading skills to reduce attainment gaps, support parents, and promote library services. However, securing ongoing funding remains a challenge.
Swapshop 2014: Six Book Challenge - Genevieve Clarke, The Reading AgencyAndy Ryan
The Six Book Challenge is a program run by The Reading Agency to motivate people to read more. Participants read 6 books over time and receive a certificate. It began in 2008 and has grown each year, engaging over 40,000 people in 2014 through libraries, colleges, prisons and workplaces. Studies show it improves participants' confidence in reading. The 2015 Challenge will add a digital component and more book options at lower reading levels.
How can the students of library and information science help to improve the image of libraries? And what should libraries do to attract young people? To answer these questions we used triangulation of research methods, namely method of positive change, action research and interview with open question. The first grade master students in Department of Library and Information Science in Bratislava were asked as well as the library professionals from eight different Slovak libraries. The possibilities for change can be seen in the intersection of their various answers.
The document discusses strategies for the future of a public library. It analyzes trends, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. It outlines a vision for the library to be the heart of the community and a destination that inspires and connects people. The strategic directions and priorities are reviewed to ensure they will achieve this vision. Staff are encouraged to promote services, seek feedback and support initiatives to retain customer loyalty and engagement.
Despite budget cuts, there are over 1,100 library and non-library based reading groups in Scotland. The audit found a variety of group types, most commonly visually impaired, adult learners, and young mums groups. Reading groups are facilitated by both library staff and volunteers, and meet in various locations from libraries to cafes. Most groups use library collections and budgets to choose books, selecting popular titles or awards winners. Areas of good practice identified include promoting groups online and working to share collections between authorities.
Everyone's a winner: the six book challenge in colleges by Genevieve Clarke &...CILIP ARLG
The Six Book Challenge is a program run by The Reading Agency that encourages people to read six books in order to improve literacy skills. It started in 2008 and has grown significantly, engaging over 35,000 people in 2013 across public libraries, colleges, prisons and workplaces. At Peterborough Regional College, the Learning Resources Coordinator implemented the Challenge and saw improvements in student engagement and confidence, as well as recognition from OFSTED. Tips are provided for making the Challenge a success in college settings, including gaining support from teaching staff and integrating it into English courses. The Challenge is continuing to grow with enhancements to better serve colleges and other organizations.
Making information accessible for all (Share the Vision)CILIPScotland
Share The Vision is a registered charity that provides advice and assistance to libraries across the UK to help blind and partially sighted patrons. They are launching a new initiative called "Six Steps" which consists of a set of simple and achievable actions libraries can take to improve services for the blind and partially sighted. The six steps include ensuring patrons are connected to appropriate reading services, using an accessible website for resources, providing accessible materials locally and digitally, consulting with blind patrons on access strategies, designating a champion for their needs, and supporting an annual reading awareness event. The goal is to establish consistency across libraries and update services for 2016.
The Notable Reports Panel Strikes Again: WAPL 2017WiLS
From the Wisconsin Association of Public Libraries 2017 conference and presented by Vickie Stangel, Director, Dodgeville Public Library; Kelly TerKeurst, Director, Dwight Foster Public Library (Fort Atkinson); Gus Falkenberg, Technology and Design Director, Indianhead Federated Library System (Eau Claire); Cindy Fesemyer, Director, Columbus Public Library; Sara Gold, Community Liaison and Service Specialist, WiLS; Andrea Coffin, Community Liaison and Service Specialist, WiLS
Back by popular demand! Each year, a number of new reports about public libraries are produced by organizations like Pew, OCLC, Library Journal, The Aspen Institute, and others. These reports contain valuable information that can help us plan, develop services, and improve existing services, but unfortunately, few of us have the time to read every single one. The goal of this session is to help attendees get an overview of those reports and their implications for our work. Each panelist will share a summary of a report they believe is significant and discuss how they have used or will use the information at their library. Attendees will be encouraged to share other reports and insights that have mattered to them, too!
Travelling Librarian 2015 Presentation - Frances ToutFrances Tout
Community engagement projects in United States public libraries - a study tour sponsored by the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (Cilip) and the English Speaking Union (ESU).
Working in partnership: libraries and youth agencies (notes)Emma Sherriff
The document discusses a partnership between Plymouth Libraries and the Plymouth Youth Offending Prevention Service to provide educational and social programs for at-risk youth. It describes programs like the Secondary Inclusion Programme and HeadSpace that offer literacy activities, film projects, and a supportive space in the library. The partnership aims to engage socially excluded youth, prevent offending behavior, and raise educational achievement through collaboration between youth agencies and librarians.
Working in partnership: libraries and youth agencies (images)Emma Sherriff
Libraries and youth agencies in Plymouth have partnered together to provide educational and creative programs for young people. The Youth Offending Prevention Service aims to prevent youth crime through literacy programs at the local libraries. Partnerships between the library's Outreach Support Officer and youth workers have included a summer workshop series and a film project where young people created a short film about typical library sessions. Successful partnerships are built on communication, shared goals of helping young people, and flexibility.
HeadSpace is a pilot program in UK libraries aimed at youth ages 11-19. It provides a space for socializing, activities like gaming, workshops on topics like manga drawing, and opportunities for youth to volunteer and help plan library events. The Efford library HeadSpace has expanded with two age groups, sees 40 young people engaged in activities, and hosts innovative events. Youth say it is fun, helps them make new friends, and allows noise in the library during parties.
In an open discussion format, participants will gain valuable insights gleaned from Kelly Gallagher’s acclaimed book, Readicide. Are we killing reading in public schools? If so, how? What can we as educators do about it? How do we get students motivated and interested in reading? Come for this important reflective discussion about the current reality of reading in our schools and how we have the power to initiate change and support students to help them become readers.
Developing Best Practice in Reading Tents in East Africarobertjs
The document discusses the use of "reading tents" in East Africa to promote literacy. It describes how the East African Book Development Association (EABDA) partnered with Book Aid International to set up reading tents in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The tents are used to encourage reading, storytelling, games, and other activities to build a reading culture. The partnership aims to increase access to books and information, strengthen the book industry, and develop literacy in the region through these outreach programs.
You Can’t Do It On Your Own: working in partnershipLTay007
This document discusses the importance and benefits of collaboration between school librarians and various partners inside and outside the school. It provides examples of how the author has successfully collaborated with teaching staff, departments, feeder primary schools, public libraries, and other external organizations. The benefits of collaboration include being more effective, adding value, making things easier, and making the librarian indispensable.
FOPL (Federation of Ontario Public Libraries) conducted research over 24 months to better understand how to advocate for and position Ontario public libraries. This included surveys of library staff, community leaders, and the general public. Key findings were:
- A poll of Ontario residents found strong support for new library services like technology programs and mobile access. Over half supported technology trials and 1/3 supported library kiosks located throughout communities.
- Interviews with community leaders revealed gaps in understanding of the value and impact of public libraries on economic development, education, and community support.
- FOPL analyzed over a decade of library statistics, identified new metrics, and hosted webinars to help libraries understand and
Creating A Dynamic Library At The Heart Of Your AcademyLTay007
This document discusses strategies for developing an effective school library that supports teaching, learning, and developing independent learners. It provides examples of how school librarians can create a dynamic library and reading culture through reading challenges, book awards, book fairs, reading clubs, and building links with primary schools. The document emphasizes the importance of collaboration between librarians, teachers, and school leadership to integrate the library into the curriculum and evaluate its impact on student learning.
Monroe County Public Library Strategic Plan 2009-2011paulsmedberg
The document outlines the results of a community planning process to determine how to best serve patrons and set goals for the future of the Monroe County Library. It identifies key target audiences, potential strategies, and 5 interrelated goals, including strengthening literacy support, expanding access to information, delivering exemplary service, maintaining high quality collections, and optimizing resources. A valuation study found that residents received $1.68 in value for every $1 invested in the library. The library aims to be a dynamic, essential community resource that meets evolving needs.
A survey of 701 respondents about library use in Beaverton, Oregon was conducted in May-June 2013. Key findings include:
- 76% of respondents use the library at least once a week
- Facebook, the library website, and flyers are the most common ways patrons learn about community events
- The majority of patrons read books and listen to audiobooks in print format
- The library's ebook service (Library2Go) is the most popular way for patrons to access ebooks
- The library and Netflix are the most popular sources for movies and music
- Respondents would like to see more comfortable seating and a coffee shop added to library spaces
The document discusses the key roles of school libraries in supporting teaching and learning, developing independent learners, and promoting literacy and reading. It notes that effective school libraries have well-trained librarians who work closely with teachers, use pupil librarians, and employ various strategies to promote reading and evaluate the library's impact. The most important factor for improving school libraries is support from effective headteachers who recognize the library's role in raising literacy standards.
The document summarizes the Youth Access program at the Bridge, which provides IT-based learning support for 1300 young people aged 12 and older in evenings and weekends. The program was introduced 4 years ago in response to behavioral problems some youth caused in the main library. It is supported by a college youth worker and tutor, and reserves 50 PCs for teenagers. Youth workers and library assistants build relationships with the youth and encourage positive behavior and learning. The program helps youth become confident, effective contributors, and responsible citizens as described in the Curriculum for Excellence. It has led to reduced disorder and violence in the area.
Dynamic Data: Communicating Survey Results in Ways that Reach Diverse Audiencessondramilkie
The Southwest Youth Survey (SWYS) was created to gain information about teens' needs in local communities. It began in 1989 surveying 1,440 students across 6 schools in 1 county. Over time, it expanded to survey over 5,700 students across 19 schools in 3 counties by 1997. The survey addresses key issues like problems faced by teens, their prevalence, and possible solutions. Results are shared through a website, newsletters for parents, presentations to organizations, and a full report. Challenges include collaborating across counties, maintaining confidentiality, analyzing results, and keeping audiences engaged with sometimes "stale" data.
The Learning Process of Reaching Out and Programming to Hispanic Audiences-2sondramilkie
The Southwest Youth Survey (SWYS) was created to gain information about teens' needs in local communities. It began in 1989 surveying 1,440 students across 6 schools in 1 county, and has expanded to survey over 5,700 students across 19 schools in 3 counties by 1997. The survey addresses problems faced by teens, their prevalence, and possible solutions. Results are communicated through "Teens Today" snippets, placemats, a "Parents Make a Difference" newsletter, and presentations to groups like school boards and county departments. While the survey provides valuable data, there are challenges with collaborating across multiple counties and schools, ensuring confidentiality, and managing costs.
The document discusses strategies for the future of a public library. It analyzes trends, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. It outlines a vision for the library to be the heart of the community and a destination that inspires and connects people. The strategic directions and priorities are reviewed to ensure they will achieve this vision. Staff are encouraged to promote services, seek feedback and support initiatives to retain customer loyalty and engagement.
Despite budget cuts, there are over 1,100 library and non-library based reading groups in Scotland. The audit found a variety of group types, most commonly visually impaired, adult learners, and young mums groups. Reading groups are facilitated by both library staff and volunteers, and meet in various locations from libraries to cafes. Most groups use library collections and budgets to choose books, selecting popular titles or awards winners. Areas of good practice identified include promoting groups online and working to share collections between authorities.
Everyone's a winner: the six book challenge in colleges by Genevieve Clarke &...CILIP ARLG
The Six Book Challenge is a program run by The Reading Agency that encourages people to read six books in order to improve literacy skills. It started in 2008 and has grown significantly, engaging over 35,000 people in 2013 across public libraries, colleges, prisons and workplaces. At Peterborough Regional College, the Learning Resources Coordinator implemented the Challenge and saw improvements in student engagement and confidence, as well as recognition from OFSTED. Tips are provided for making the Challenge a success in college settings, including gaining support from teaching staff and integrating it into English courses. The Challenge is continuing to grow with enhancements to better serve colleges and other organizations.
Making information accessible for all (Share the Vision)CILIPScotland
Share The Vision is a registered charity that provides advice and assistance to libraries across the UK to help blind and partially sighted patrons. They are launching a new initiative called "Six Steps" which consists of a set of simple and achievable actions libraries can take to improve services for the blind and partially sighted. The six steps include ensuring patrons are connected to appropriate reading services, using an accessible website for resources, providing accessible materials locally and digitally, consulting with blind patrons on access strategies, designating a champion for their needs, and supporting an annual reading awareness event. The goal is to establish consistency across libraries and update services for 2016.
The Notable Reports Panel Strikes Again: WAPL 2017WiLS
From the Wisconsin Association of Public Libraries 2017 conference and presented by Vickie Stangel, Director, Dodgeville Public Library; Kelly TerKeurst, Director, Dwight Foster Public Library (Fort Atkinson); Gus Falkenberg, Technology and Design Director, Indianhead Federated Library System (Eau Claire); Cindy Fesemyer, Director, Columbus Public Library; Sara Gold, Community Liaison and Service Specialist, WiLS; Andrea Coffin, Community Liaison and Service Specialist, WiLS
Back by popular demand! Each year, a number of new reports about public libraries are produced by organizations like Pew, OCLC, Library Journal, The Aspen Institute, and others. These reports contain valuable information that can help us plan, develop services, and improve existing services, but unfortunately, few of us have the time to read every single one. The goal of this session is to help attendees get an overview of those reports and their implications for our work. Each panelist will share a summary of a report they believe is significant and discuss how they have used or will use the information at their library. Attendees will be encouraged to share other reports and insights that have mattered to them, too!
Travelling Librarian 2015 Presentation - Frances ToutFrances Tout
Community engagement projects in United States public libraries - a study tour sponsored by the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (Cilip) and the English Speaking Union (ESU).
Working in partnership: libraries and youth agencies (notes)Emma Sherriff
The document discusses a partnership between Plymouth Libraries and the Plymouth Youth Offending Prevention Service to provide educational and social programs for at-risk youth. It describes programs like the Secondary Inclusion Programme and HeadSpace that offer literacy activities, film projects, and a supportive space in the library. The partnership aims to engage socially excluded youth, prevent offending behavior, and raise educational achievement through collaboration between youth agencies and librarians.
Working in partnership: libraries and youth agencies (images)Emma Sherriff
Libraries and youth agencies in Plymouth have partnered together to provide educational and creative programs for young people. The Youth Offending Prevention Service aims to prevent youth crime through literacy programs at the local libraries. Partnerships between the library's Outreach Support Officer and youth workers have included a summer workshop series and a film project where young people created a short film about typical library sessions. Successful partnerships are built on communication, shared goals of helping young people, and flexibility.
HeadSpace is a pilot program in UK libraries aimed at youth ages 11-19. It provides a space for socializing, activities like gaming, workshops on topics like manga drawing, and opportunities for youth to volunteer and help plan library events. The Efford library HeadSpace has expanded with two age groups, sees 40 young people engaged in activities, and hosts innovative events. Youth say it is fun, helps them make new friends, and allows noise in the library during parties.
In an open discussion format, participants will gain valuable insights gleaned from Kelly Gallagher’s acclaimed book, Readicide. Are we killing reading in public schools? If so, how? What can we as educators do about it? How do we get students motivated and interested in reading? Come for this important reflective discussion about the current reality of reading in our schools and how we have the power to initiate change and support students to help them become readers.
Developing Best Practice in Reading Tents in East Africarobertjs
The document discusses the use of "reading tents" in East Africa to promote literacy. It describes how the East African Book Development Association (EABDA) partnered with Book Aid International to set up reading tents in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The tents are used to encourage reading, storytelling, games, and other activities to build a reading culture. The partnership aims to increase access to books and information, strengthen the book industry, and develop literacy in the region through these outreach programs.
You Can’t Do It On Your Own: working in partnershipLTay007
This document discusses the importance and benefits of collaboration between school librarians and various partners inside and outside the school. It provides examples of how the author has successfully collaborated with teaching staff, departments, feeder primary schools, public libraries, and other external organizations. The benefits of collaboration include being more effective, adding value, making things easier, and making the librarian indispensable.
FOPL (Federation of Ontario Public Libraries) conducted research over 24 months to better understand how to advocate for and position Ontario public libraries. This included surveys of library staff, community leaders, and the general public. Key findings were:
- A poll of Ontario residents found strong support for new library services like technology programs and mobile access. Over half supported technology trials and 1/3 supported library kiosks located throughout communities.
- Interviews with community leaders revealed gaps in understanding of the value and impact of public libraries on economic development, education, and community support.
- FOPL analyzed over a decade of library statistics, identified new metrics, and hosted webinars to help libraries understand and
Creating A Dynamic Library At The Heart Of Your AcademyLTay007
This document discusses strategies for developing an effective school library that supports teaching, learning, and developing independent learners. It provides examples of how school librarians can create a dynamic library and reading culture through reading challenges, book awards, book fairs, reading clubs, and building links with primary schools. The document emphasizes the importance of collaboration between librarians, teachers, and school leadership to integrate the library into the curriculum and evaluate its impact on student learning.
Monroe County Public Library Strategic Plan 2009-2011paulsmedberg
The document outlines the results of a community planning process to determine how to best serve patrons and set goals for the future of the Monroe County Library. It identifies key target audiences, potential strategies, and 5 interrelated goals, including strengthening literacy support, expanding access to information, delivering exemplary service, maintaining high quality collections, and optimizing resources. A valuation study found that residents received $1.68 in value for every $1 invested in the library. The library aims to be a dynamic, essential community resource that meets evolving needs.
A survey of 701 respondents about library use in Beaverton, Oregon was conducted in May-June 2013. Key findings include:
- 76% of respondents use the library at least once a week
- Facebook, the library website, and flyers are the most common ways patrons learn about community events
- The majority of patrons read books and listen to audiobooks in print format
- The library's ebook service (Library2Go) is the most popular way for patrons to access ebooks
- The library and Netflix are the most popular sources for movies and music
- Respondents would like to see more comfortable seating and a coffee shop added to library spaces
The document discusses the key roles of school libraries in supporting teaching and learning, developing independent learners, and promoting literacy and reading. It notes that effective school libraries have well-trained librarians who work closely with teachers, use pupil librarians, and employ various strategies to promote reading and evaluate the library's impact. The most important factor for improving school libraries is support from effective headteachers who recognize the library's role in raising literacy standards.
The document summarizes the Youth Access program at the Bridge, which provides IT-based learning support for 1300 young people aged 12 and older in evenings and weekends. The program was introduced 4 years ago in response to behavioral problems some youth caused in the main library. It is supported by a college youth worker and tutor, and reserves 50 PCs for teenagers. Youth workers and library assistants build relationships with the youth and encourage positive behavior and learning. The program helps youth become confident, effective contributors, and responsible citizens as described in the Curriculum for Excellence. It has led to reduced disorder and violence in the area.
Dynamic Data: Communicating Survey Results in Ways that Reach Diverse Audiencessondramilkie
The Southwest Youth Survey (SWYS) was created to gain information about teens' needs in local communities. It began in 1989 surveying 1,440 students across 6 schools in 1 county. Over time, it expanded to survey over 5,700 students across 19 schools in 3 counties by 1997. The survey addresses key issues like problems faced by teens, their prevalence, and possible solutions. Results are shared through a website, newsletters for parents, presentations to organizations, and a full report. Challenges include collaborating across counties, maintaining confidentiality, analyzing results, and keeping audiences engaged with sometimes "stale" data.
The Learning Process of Reaching Out and Programming to Hispanic Audiences-2sondramilkie
The Southwest Youth Survey (SWYS) was created to gain information about teens' needs in local communities. It began in 1989 surveying 1,440 students across 6 schools in 1 county, and has expanded to survey over 5,700 students across 19 schools in 3 counties by 1997. The survey addresses problems faced by teens, their prevalence, and possible solutions. Results are communicated through "Teens Today" snippets, placemats, a "Parents Make a Difference" newsletter, and presentations to groups like school boards and county departments. While the survey provides valuable data, there are challenges with collaborating across multiple counties and schools, ensuring confidentiality, and managing costs.
Celebrate Afterschool Partnerships with the 18th Annual “Lights On Afterschool!”NCIL - STAR_Net
Libraries and afterschool programs make great partners. Every October, the afterschool field celebrates the important role these programs have in the lives of children, families, and communities. This year, on October 26, we want to make the celebration bigger and better than ever. Library-afterschool partnerships are an official theme of this year’s event—and we want to highlight the many ways libraries and afterschool programs are pairing up to provide engaging learning opportunities and critical supports to children and families across the country. Join us for this webinar to learn more about Lights On Afterschool, and how your library can participate.
School’s out for summer, as you’ve probably noticed because of the recent influx of tots and teens participating in your story hours and book clubs. Public librarians with experience in youth outreach will spend this hour sharing what has worked and what has not when it comes to reaching this patron population at their libraries. Bring your own best practices to share with the group as well.
Scribefest 2022 - Creatively Engaging Young People, Louise BaudetScribe
Louise Baudet has been a Clerk for over 15 years and is also a Paediatric and Mental Health Occupational Therapist. She has worked in both an independent practice and the NHS, specialising in engaging young people in activities of daily living.
She has recently been at the forefront of a consultation in Warwickshire, exploring the experiences of the younger community and what it’s like to live and grow up within the parish. At Scribefest 2022 Louise shared some of the ways you can creatively engage young people in your parish or area.
Reach out and Touch: Innovation to Connect with Non-Traditional Library Users at Community Colleges
Retha Hall, Central Piedmont Community College
With the proliferation of media options and information, more than ever, libraries are competing with various technological advances in efforts to maintain their visibility and relevance. To address this issue, the CPCC Library conceived and implemented “Librarians on the Go”, an innovative outreach project using technology to expand reference services and to connect with “non-traditional” library users on the Central Campus. In this session, participants will learn how the idea was conceptualized, implemented and the challenges associated with providing services at a community college. Other innovative ideas and experiences on improving and expanding services will also be shared. Through this presentation and discussion attendees will be inspired to think of innovative ways to help extend the scope of library services while creating a presence beyond the bricks and mortar.
Retha Hall is responsible for outreach and marketing, reference and instruction at CPCC’s Hagemeyer Learning Resource Center
This presentation provides an overview of YALSA's report, "The Future of Library Services for and with Teens: a Call to Action," and discusses opportunities that the report presents for libraries to increase their impact and visibility.
The document discusses trends relevant to libraries and community needs. It covers topics like lifestyle trends, technology trends, library facilities and services, public perceptions, and alternative visions for libraries. Specific trends mentioned include programming trends like maker spaces and experience-based programs, and community engagement trends like social media use. Major trends relevant to Yukon communities discussed include co-working spaces, technology training, and partnerships between libraries and other organizations.
Stephen Abram presented on trends affecting public libraries, including technology trends like increased use of mobile devices and online learning, demographic trends like aging populations, and programming trends like makerspaces and e-learning. He discussed how libraries are becoming community hubs and destinations through placemaking and partnerships. Abram emphasized the importance of measuring impact and community engagement to demonstrate the value of libraries.
The FOPL Statistics Project aims to help Ontario's public libraries better define their value and impact. It has led to improved data collection and reporting on key library metrics and studies on topics like early literacy, economic impact, and public opinion. This work has helped libraries strengthen their advocacy and positioning by providing evidence of their contributions in areas like education, employment, and community support. The project also identified gaps in libraries' skills and relationships that it has worked to address through initiatives developing staff capacity, building new partnerships, and modernizing marketing.
Lee Rainie, director of Internet, Science and Technology research at Pew Research Center, will describe how the Center’s research provides guideposts for librarians along three dimensions of library activity: the people, the place, and the platform, at the VALA2016 conference in Melbourne, Australia.
Building an engagement toolkit (Information Online 2019)Kate Davis
Slide deck for workshop at Information Online #infoonline19, presented with Kathleen Smeaton.
Unicorn digital papers and clipart from ClipArtisan on Etsy at https://www.etsy.com/shop/ClipArtisan
This document discusses programming for tweens and teens in libraries. It begins by outlining the developmental stages and needs of tweens (11-13 years old) and teens (14-18 years old). Next, it discusses principles for effective programming like co-creation, partnership, and combating burnout through quality over quantity and community engagement. The document provides tips for working with tweens and teens and resources for further information. The overall goals are to understand teen development and needs to create high-quality, collaborative programming.
The document discusses several topics related to working with teens in libraries, including adolescent brain development, stages of adolescence, youth participation, intellectual freedom and equal access, the digital divide and diversity, format expansion including video games and anime, information literacy best practices, and examples of youth involvement and programming. Key points are that the adolescent brain is still developing important decision-making capacities, libraries should empower teens through meaningful participation opportunities, and incorporating popular formats and technologies can help engage digital native teens.
Collaborating with Teens to Build Better Library Programs, Part 1ALATechSource
The document discusses teen participation and collaboration in libraries. It emphasizes moving from passive programming for teens initiated by libraries to active involvement of teens in planning, decision-making, and implementation of services. This includes establishing teen leadership councils and committees to give teens ownership over programming and activities. The benefits are outlined as helping libraries become more relevant while providing developmental opportunities for teens such as learning social and cultural competencies.
The document discusses best practices for serving young adult (YA) patrons in libraries. It defines the YA demographic as ages 12-18, discusses why serving this group is important, and provides examples of how to engage YA through spaces, collections, programs and services that appeal to them. Recommendations include using social media, hosting gaming events and contests, developing teen advisory boards, and tailoring services to YA interests and development needs.
The document discusses how public libraries can conduct needs assessments of their communities to ensure library resources and services are aligned with community needs. It recommends assembling a working team, gathering existing data on demographics and community issues, conducting focus groups and interviews to understand needs, and distributing surveys to validate findings. Tools like ImpactSurvey.org and LibraryEdge can help libraries assess technology needs, measure outcomes, and advocate for support to deliver high-value services. Conducting regular needs assessments allows libraries to be responsive to their communities and achieve important outcomes through their resources and programs.
This document provides an overview of programming for adults in libraries. It discusses why adult programming is important for libraries, such as increasing foot traffic and circulation. The document outlines steps for developing adult programming, including researching audiences, developing partnerships, fundraising, publicity, and evaluation. It provides many potential programming ideas in areas like arts, books, crafts, exercise, food, games, gardening, health, hobbies, and instruction. Resources for additional programming ideas and best practices are also listed. The goal is to promote lifelong learning and community engagement through library programming.
A presentation by Gill Hamilton, Digital Access Manager at the National Library of Scotland (NLS).
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Richard Wallis, Technology Evangelist at OCLC.
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Daniel Lewis of the Open Knowledge Foundation.
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Muriel Mewissen, Project Manager of the Shakespeare Registry Project.
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Susanne Thorbord, Bibliographic Consultant at the Danish Bibliographic Centre (DBC).
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Gordon Dunsire.
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Daniel Vila Suero of the Ontology Engineering Group at the Universidad Politecnica de Madrid.
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
Event: Metadata and Web 2.0 seminar
Organised by: Cataloguing & Indexing Group in Scotland
Held on Friday 2nd March at the National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Presented by: Martin Morrey
Event: Metadata and Web 2.0 seminar
Organised by: Cataloguing & Indexing Group in Scotland
Held on Friday 2nd March at the National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Presented by: Bryan Christie, National Library of Scotland
Event: Metadata and Web 2.0 seminar
Organised by: Cataloguing & Indexing Group in Scotland
Held on Friday 2nd March at the National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Presented by: Nora McGregor, British Library
Event: Metadata and Web 2.0 seminar
Organised by: Cataloguing & Indexing Group in Scotland
Held on Friday 2nd March at the National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Presented by: Vicki Cormie
The University of Glasgow Library developed a strategy to deliver mobile services over multiple phases.
Phase 1 involved developing a mobile catalogue, implementing QR codes, testing instant messaging and e-books, and conducting user surveys. Based on survey findings that most use mobile internet for email, social media and browsing, the top requested services were searching articles, checking out books and reading e-books.
Phase 2 will focus on improving the mobile website, expanding access to e-resources beyond e-books, using QR codes in physical locations, teaching digital skills, and utilizing mobile devices to improve workflows. The strategy is being implemented and promoted in phases based on user research.
The document summarizes several ongoing reviews that will impact post-16 education in Scotland. Key points include:
1) Reviews cover college governance, ICT infrastructure, and the role of colleges. Recommendations include regionalization and shared services.
2) Budget cuts of 7-23% are expected over the next few years for colleges. Capital funding is also being cut significantly.
3) The "Putting Learners at the Centre" review proposes a more interconnected, sustainable, and learner-centered post-16 system focused on employment.
4) Colleges will receive regional funding to enhance regional provision and outcomes. Courses must focus on recognized qualifications and job skills. Funding models will
The document summarizes the work of SLIC (Scottish Library and Information Council) in supporting further education (FE) libraries in Scotland. It discusses SLIC's annual FE library survey which benchmarks resources, technology, and staffing. The survey found that most colleges cite JISC ebooks as their most used online resource and are making good use of technology like QR codes. It also notes future challenges for FE libraries like reduced budgets, restructured services, and changing user expectations. SLIC helps FE libraries respond by promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing, workforce development, and digital initiatives to support quality library services across Scotland.
The document summarizes the SCURL Walk-In Access to E-resources Project which investigated technical and operational solutions to enable higher education institutions to provide access to electronic resources for external and walk-in users where licenses permit. The project aimed to deliver a toolkit identifying good practices and built on outcomes of previous UK projects. It discusses various approaches taken by member institutions to provide access within the terms of licenses, including the use of Shibboleth, EZProxy, dedicated computers and IP ranges.
The British Library is facing significant budget cuts while still aiming to fulfill its mission of enabling access and supporting research. This has required developing new digitization and funding models, moving from selective "boutique" digitization to larger-scale "mass digitization" projects pursued through public/private partnerships. Examples discussed include newspaper digitization through a partnership with Brightsolid and book digitization through agreements with Microsoft and Google. While innovative approaches are needed, traditional efficiency improvements also remain important to make progress despite budget challenges.
The document summarizes research from two surveys on students' use of mobile technologies and attitudes toward using library services on their phones. It finds that most students own smartphones and browse the web daily, with Apple and Samsung being the most popular brands. While over 90% of students would like to access library services on their phones, about a third said data limits restrict their mobile web use. The document concludes that libraries need to design accessible services for a variety of mobile devices and operating systems while keeping pace with the rapid changes in mobile technology.
The document discusses the University of Glasgow's experiments with demand-driven acquisition (DDA) models for ebooks. It implemented a small patron-driven acquisition trial through an ebook aggregator, spending a limited amount on about 1500 ebook titles over 4 months. Usage was high, with 10% of titles receiving 10 or more access and the average cost per used title being £55.96. Only 10% of titles saw no repeat use after initial purchase. The university is considering further DDA trials and evaluating different models to help build its ebook collection in a responsible way while supporting user needs.
The document outlines three deliverables for a project: 1) Install a prototype digital research space, 2) Design and build user interfaces and workstation arrays demonstrating a vision for multimedia digital research, 3) Evaluate user experiences in the technology-rich environment. It then summarizes findings from evaluating the prototype space, including that researchers want advanced search functionality and better organization of research papers, and that Wi-Fi access and using their own devices were important to users. The recommendation is to focus on greater remote access to resources, advanced search and reference tools, and training to facilitate their use while acknowledging a role in the full digital research process beyond content provision.
More from Scottish Library & Information Council (SLIC), CILIP in Scotland (CILIPS) (20)
Gender and Mental Health - Counselling and Family Therapy Applications and In...PsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
Andreas Schleicher presents PISA 2022 Volume III - Creative Thinking - 18 Jun...EduSkills OECD
Andreas Schleicher, Director of Education and Skills at the OECD presents at the launch of PISA 2022 Volume III - Creative Minds, Creative Schools on 18 June 2024.
A Visual Guide to 1 Samuel | A Tale of Two HeartsSteve Thomason
These slides walk through the story of 1 Samuel. Samuel is the last judge of Israel. The people reject God and want a king. Saul is anointed as the first king, but he is not a good king. David, the shepherd boy is anointed and Saul is envious of him. David shows honor while Saul continues to self destruct.