Everyone’s story! https://www.instagram.com/p/CqwKlnwMGFl/?
Written by Michael Stephens
One thought about this: if we used more user focused shelving systems, would it be easier for folks to find things they don’t want to ask for? This is making the rounds on social media.
Written by Michael Stephens
Greetings all – For this module, we will explore how learning is changing and the ways new literacies are impacting how information is shared. This is another “CYOA” that invites you to choose two of the three options or mix and match all three into your own learning module! Next week, you will choose another. […]
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Greetings everyone. I had a really enjoyable full day with the staff of Wilmette public library in Illinois this past spring. I did their morning presentation and then stayed around to interact with the staff and do a debrief of the morning presentation as a breakout in the afternoon. I want to share some photos […]
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Hey all – I just want to do a general check in with everyone and see how you are doing. Remember we are operating under fluid dates for assignments but also I just want make sure everybody’s doing OK. It feels like there is a lot of churn in the world right now, so please […]
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Hey all – Please see: https://smcl.org/blogs/post/introducing-our-first-library-outpost-presentamos-nuestro-primer-outpost-de-la-biblioteca/ What is a Library Outpost? Our Library Outpost will be an easy-to-use, 24-hour, seven-day-a-week automated library vending hub. The first Library Outpost will open outside the Pacifica Sanchez Library, expanding access to library materials and inspiring community engagement with a gathering space to enjoy the outdoors. It will offer […]
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This may be of interest to some in class… academic library focus but very interesting for all. Amanda Clay Powers and Dustin Fife Psychological Safety in Libraries: It’s a Team Sport 26701-55931-1-PB https://crln.acrl.org/index.php/crlnews/article/view/26701/34619
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Greetings all! This week we turn our attention to STORIES!
Written by Michael Stephens
Greetings everyone. I’ve been reading the strategy and roadmap assignments as they come in and grading them. I am really impressed with the focus on helping communities in various ways through technology and services. I’ve seen so many excellent examples of humanist-based services within the library that can help people. I look forward to seeing […]
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This one popped up here in Michigan a few years ago. What do you think? (bolding mine) CLASSIFICATION: Librarian (ET. – 40 hours) POSITION TITLE: Creative Services Librarian REPORTS TO: Adult Services and Reference, Department Head POSITION SUMMARY: The Creative Services Librarian manages, develops and delivers innovative programming in a creative environment. Utilizes hands-on training […]