The exchange of information and knowledge within communities of learners is a ripe area for exploration. How people learn, what motivates them, and how we can assess learning opportunities are viable questions for information professionals. As the 20th century of “Reading, Writing and Arithmetic” gives way to a New Culture of Learning, the opportunities to learn anywhere and everywhere are continuously being expanded. Libraries and other information organizations can serve their communities of learners in multiple ways, such as through hands on experiential learning, exposure to new types of literacies, and out of the box programming. Modern libraries have created both in-person and virtual programs for their communities, such as 3D printer workshops for children and teens, drag queen story hours, etc.
Module 11 Lecture
- Lecture: Web Version
- Slides: Download Teaching & Learning here
- Video File: Download Video Podcast
- Audio File: Download Audio Podcast
Module 11 Readings
Things to Read:
- “Crash Course in Learning Theory” (Booth)
- “Future of Teaching” (Lippincott)
- “Library as Classroom” (Stephens)
Things to View:
Things to Explore:
- “Digital Learn” (PLA)
- “STEM Middle Schoolers Libraries” (Urban Libraries Council)
- “Educators as Content Creators” (Paskevicius)
- “Reference in Modern Library” (Kenney)
See also: A complete list of Module 11 readings.