For Digital Natives School Libraries in the 21st Century

2 Overview Evolution of library Libraries in digital age Case studies Overview of library’s changes Library layout Planning for the future 2

3 Active Libraries

4 Libraries in a Digital Age Modern libraries are evolving to be: A place to socialize and be motivated by others A place for collaboration and group work Close to many resources A safe, non-distracting place to study and read A place for homework, printing, research on databases and in books A comfortable atmosphere (Orsdel, 2010)

5 Case Studies School libraries = research and learning centres Utilize tools (books, iPads, computers) to aid learning Library is a place of learning, not just a place of books School and library redesigns to entice learning Incorporate multiple ways of learning Trends in school libraries and media centres Flexible space / Flexible furniture: promotes socialization & group work Space to explore information literacy: Computer Literacy: access to computers/iPads Media Literacy: access to DVDs, magazines, books on tape, etc. Visual Literacy: bright, colourful artwork; visual stimulation; graphics; student artwork contributions Technology Readiness/Preparedness: ever-evolving space designed for future technology Place for books: collection will shrink; purchase ebooks; annual weeding

6 New City School 6 Space for all types of learning Literacy at centre of design Quiet, noisy, and moveable spaces

7 Robin Hood L!brary Initiative Schools New York PS 18 7 Libraries in Robin Hood’s L!brary Initiative aim to increase literacy All inner-city, NY schools Increase academic achievement Bright colours Various spaces Various seating Inviting, comfortable space meant to engage students

8 NY PS 192 Library 8

9 NY PS 42 9

10 CS 150 10

11 PS 106 11

12 Wooranna Park Primary School 12 Design focuses on collaboration & group work Varied seating areas for different types of working and learning Nooks and designated floor space for different projects

13 Henson Valley Montessori 13 Bright colours encourage curiosity Various seating types encourage group work

14 West Hills Primary School 14 Fully flexible space for use by all students Supports literacy Focus on a personalized approach to learning

15 Hjorring Public Library 15 Reading nooks for individual study Bright and inviting Different areas to interact with books and electronic materials

16 JDT Islam 16 Class and computers integrated Open classes allows for socialization and increased collaboration Space defined by colour not by walls

17 Transforming Bialik’s Library 2011 and Beyond Libraries - More Doing less Shushing 15 iPads More computers for school work and relaxation Online databases and encyclopedias Face lift Paint shelves and walls New flooring (hopefully!) Weeding Collection Less bookshelves means more room for socializing, studying, and collaborating Second SmartBoard in back room Flexible furniture Wheels on tables allow for group work Comfy cushions for floor activities Ebooks Encyclopedias Interactive iPad books Graphic Novels More personalized spaces for students in each grade level

18 Floor Plan Main Room Non-Fiction Middle Readers (FIC) SmartBoard Hebrew and Judaica Studies Social Reading/Studying Nook Six iMacs FIC Floor seating Table seating Floor seating K-Early Readers 18 Entrance Circulation

19 Floor Plan Second Room YA Fiction Picture Books 19

20 The Future of the Library How do you envision using the library? In five years? In ten years?

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