Secondary School Libraries in Bangladesh: A Proposed National Strategy for Rejuvenating Secondary School Library Services

2020 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
pp. 10
Author(s):  
M. Monirul Islam ◽  
Abdullah-Al-Mahmud ,
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
School Library ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
Library Services ◽  
National Strategy

scholarly journals Research in Children's Information Seeking Behaviour

2021 ◽  
pp. 99-110
Author(s):  
Yushiana Mansor
Keyword(s):  
Information Seeking ◽  
School Library ◽  
Research Direction ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
Information Seeking Behavior ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Future Research Direction ◽  
Seeking Behavior

Provides an overview on the significance of studying information seeking behavior of children to enhance the role of school libraries. The literature on children's information seeking behavior is reviewed and integrated into the perspective of school library services. Discussion on the different models of information seeking is presented. Focuses on children's information seeking behavior in the electronic environment. Outlines issues related to children's access and barriers to information. An analysis of research methodology used is provided. Offers suggestions on the future research direction with emphasis on the Malaysian school libraries environment.

scholarly journals Not Extinct! School Libraries for Learning and Leadership

2021 ◽  
pp. 163-168
Author(s):  
Kay Ellen Hones
Keyword(s):  
San Francisco ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
School Library ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Learning Needs ◽  
Library Media ◽  
Media Center ◽  
Library Media Center ◽  
Media Services

Library Media Center 2000 focuses on school library services, technology, training and advocacy—restructuring information and meeting learning needs: linguistic, cultural, multimedia. Over the last three years, San Francisco library media teachers have engaged in a process of professional development opportunities, networking and communication. In a district that has experienced massive cutbacks in library media services, library media teachers have encouraged and supported each other while learning to use new technologies, and sharing areas of expertise and resources.

scholarly journals The Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic ‘Lockdown’ on Reading Engagement of Selected Secondary School Students in Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 45-55
Author(s):  
Ibitola Oluwatoyin Adigun ◽  
Fadekemi Omobola Oyewusi ◽  
Kolawole Akinjide Aramide
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Secondary School Students ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
School Library ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
Reading Engagement ◽  
School Students ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Impact

Several studies have decried the non-existence of functional school libraries in many primary and secondary schools in Nigeria. This inadequacy in school libraries made it extremely difficult for school librarians to foster the culture of reading in students through school library use and reading promotional activities. Moreover, library hours are not included in the school time table in many of the secondary schools in Nigeria. Thus, reading engagement has been on the decline among secondary school students in the country. Despite these challenges, some studies suggested that students will spend more time reading if they have more spare time. Therefore, this study investigated selected secondary school students’ reading engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic school lockdown. It was assumed that the availability of time during the period would motivate students to read since schools were closed and movement was restricted. The study adopted an online survey instrument (Questionnaire) administered to the students over 3-month period (April - June 2020). This instrument was adopted because there was total closure of schools throughout the country, thus the only means students could be reached at the time was through online. The questionnaire was sent to individual students and school online groups. Thus, the study was limited to students with information technology gadgets and online presence. The result revealed that there was no significant difference in the duration of time students spent reading during the lockdown and when school was in session. It also revealed that students read textbooks to prepare for examinations and to keep sound academically.

Status of secondary school libraries and librarians in Bangladesh

IFLA Journal ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 45 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-167 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zakir Hossain
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
School Library ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
Mixed Method Study ◽  
School Librarians ◽  
Annual Budget ◽  
Qualitative Phase

The purpose of this study is to explore the current environment of secondary school libraries and librarians in Bangladesh. To achieve this objective, an exploratory mixed method study was conducted to ensure the best possible outcomes. In the qualitative phase, besides literature review, five school librarians were interviewed. Based on the output in the qualitative phase, a questionnaire was designed for quantitative phase and collected 87 responses using an online survey. In general, it is found that the development of libraries and creating qualified school library professionals have been slow due to a lack of governmental and non-governmental initiatives. School libraries, where they exist, offer minimal services and facilities; school librarians are not integrated with the teaching and learning process. Finally, the school library is identified as being of lesser significance to other priorities in the country’s education system and annual budget, and the resulting issues and challenges are, therefore, an important topic and issue of significance.

scholarly journals Kindness Counts: Encouraging Empathy in Secondary School Library Programs

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Molly Foust
Keyword(s):  
School Culture ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
School Library ◽  
Library Services ◽  
A Priority

What is the role of the school library in creating a compassionate school culture? How can we forge a stronger connection between empathy and literacy?  Why are libraries the best place to teach the communication skills that facilitate empathy?  Inspired by recent research proving the connection between literacy and empathy (Castano and Comer 2013), we decided to make empathy a priority in our library services. Our two primary goals were to 1) create literacy-based programs that would encourage empathy 2) to encourage the exhibition of empathetic behaviors by training a library volunteer corps.   We designed simple activities to encourage both empathy and literacy simultaneously. Our anecdotal survey positively reflected that students and staff noticed a more caring, empathetic library environment.

scholarly journals School Library Services for Educational Rebirth: The Case of Lumen Christi International High School, Uromi, Edo State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 36-39
Author(s):  
Aiyebelehin. James Afebuameh ◽  
Iboi Catherine (CLN)
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Education System ◽  
School Library ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
Library Services ◽  
School Librarian ◽  
Exploratory Approach ◽  
Edo State ◽  
International High School ◽  
Nigerian Education

The paper explores the roles of school libraries in the rebirth of Nigerian Education system with particular focus on Edo state. The strategies employed at Lumen Christi International High School were carefully examined. The paper employed the document analysis and exploratory approach to gather facts for making conclusions. Very prominent among facts gathered from literature were that: there is a decay in the Nigerian Education system; and that school libraries have crucial roles to play in the rebirth of the education system. The paper concluded that for there to be meaningful development in the education system, the school library must be positioned to contribute to the process, and the school librarian must devise strategies to effect a change in the orientation of the students in the primary and secondary schools.

Developing future-ready school libraries through design thinking: A case study

IFLA Journal ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 034003522110288
Author(s):  
Chin Ee Loh ◽  
Elia Binte M Hamarian ◽  
Lisa Lim Yu Qi ◽  
Qianwei Lim ◽  
Skyler Ng Ynn Zee
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Design Thinking ◽  
School Library ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
User Needs ◽  
Global Age ◽  
School Budgets ◽  
The World ◽  
Teachers And Students

School libraries around the world need to revitalise their spaces, collections and programming to continue to be relevant for teachers and students living and learning in an information-saturated technological global age. Efforts in the rethinking of library usage and design are most effective when they are contextualised and localised, based on user needs and country or school budgets. Design thinking is a useful approach for schools to understand the needs of their populations and design targeted improvements for their libraries’ specific users. This article explains how one secondary school collaborated with university researchers to use design thinking to re-envision the role and functions of its school library. The evidence collected through the process was integrated into the redesign of an improved library for the students. This article provides a model for evidence-driven school library improvement projects.

scholarly journals The current situation of secondary school librarians in Bangladesh: A study

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zakir Hossain
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Present Status ◽  
School Library ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
Current Situation ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
School Librarians ◽  
Library Development ◽  
Government Initiative ◽  
Library Professionals

The purpose of this study is to understand the present status of the secondary school librarians in Bangladesh. In general, it is found that although librarianship is not a new concept in Bangladesh, the development of school libraries and to create qualified school library professionals has been slow due to lack of government initiative. Many schools, where there are libraries and librarians, resources and services are minimal and school librarians are not considered teaching staff. This study derived significant findings which could be used to understand the reality of secondary school libraries and librarians in Bangladesh. The recommendations could also be used to overcome practical issues which may negatively affect school library development in Bangladesh.   

scholarly journals Children of Library Land – the Past, Present and Future of Finnish Library Services for Children and Young People

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (36) ◽  
pp. 44-51
Author(s):  
Ulla Pötsönen
Keyword(s):  
World War Ii ◽  
Young People ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
School Library ◽  
Public Library ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
Library Services ◽  
School Librarians ◽  
Common Goals ◽  
The Moment

Finnish library services for children and young adults are an integral part of Finnish society, education and societal life. The article highlights the historical development and present day of Finnish library system as well as describes the best practices on the activities libraries provide for young clientele and their caretakers.After World War II, Finland started a rapid rise towards being a modern nation. Reading as a pastime hobby gained popularity, there were more education possibilities, the level of education was on the rise and young people spent more years in school instead of starting to work early. All this had a positive effect on library services. The changes in education and society had their effect on children’s library services as well, and today children’s and youth libraries are an essential part of Finnish society.Unlike in many other countries, Finland does not have school libraries in every school. At the moment, there are some excellent school libraries and dedicated school librarians but majority of schools are served with public libraries. The line between school library and public library is blurred, as majority of visits may be of pupils but the connection between high quality education and well-functioning library service has enabled libraries and schools to develop common goals, objectives and strategies.

scholarly journals Exploration of School Library Services for Students with Disabilities

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Setya Raharja ◽  
Meilina Bustari ◽  
Rahmat Fadhli
Keyword(s):  
Students With Disabilities ◽  
Inclusive Education ◽  
School Library ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
Disability Services ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Service Accessibility ◽  
Special Services ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Special Region

To implement inclusive education, schools need to provide a range of services for students with disabilities. One component that must be adapted is the school library, which must also create an inclusive environment so students with disabilities can access it. This research aimed to examine and explore school libraries’ readiness to provide services for students with disabilities. This was qualitative research. The research was conducted in five school libraries in the Special Region of Yogyakarta. Data were collected through library accessibility checklist forms from IFLA, in-depth interviews, and documentation analysis. Ten informants participated, while documentation was examined from school-owned documents, websites, and school library profile videos. The results showed that only two school libraries were well prepared to provide services for students with disabilities, one of which already provided special services for people with disabilities. In contrast, other libraries have not provided services for students with disabilities because there is no need for internal schools. However, some of the school libraries have done mapping and planned the needs for developing disability services to optimize library services. Keywords: school library, library service, accessibility, students with disabilities

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