scholarly journals Masculinity, reading and the school library : smoothing the abrasive rub

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
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Anne Virginia McLean

<p>During the 1990s, governments and the education profession noticed that boys were lagging behind girls academically. Reading, or the lack or it was pinpointed as a major cause and it was observed in an Auckland high school library that significantly more books were issued to girls than boys over a six month period in 2004. The purpose of this study was to achieve a deeper understanding of how a purposefully selected sample of school librarians has successfully encouraged boys to read. A qualitative approach was employed using two methods of data collection: a questionnaire to gather largely statistical data and in-depth interviews to gather data about participants' experiences, knowledge and opinions. The study found that school librarians use a variety of strategies to promote reading to boys. A school library needs to be well stocked with a wide range of current, appealing, reading materials as boys are discerning, hybrid readers. Knowing the students and the library collection was central to matching boys with books and the library needs to be more than a book repository. It is concluded that Ranganathan's 'Five laws of library science' are still applicable today in the school library and school librarians need to be a professional, visible and approachable presence in the school.</p>

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Anne Virginia McLean

<p>During the 1990s, governments and the education profession noticed that boys were lagging behind girls academically. Reading, or the lack or it was pinpointed as a major cause and it was observed in an Auckland high school library that significantly more books were issued to girls than boys over a six month period in 2004. The purpose of this study was to achieve a deeper understanding of how a purposefully selected sample of school librarians has successfully encouraged boys to read. A qualitative approach was employed using two methods of data collection: a questionnaire to gather largely statistical data and in-depth interviews to gather data about participants' experiences, knowledge and opinions. The study found that school librarians use a variety of strategies to promote reading to boys. A school library needs to be well stocked with a wide range of current, appealing, reading materials as boys are discerning, hybrid readers. Knowing the students and the library collection was central to matching boys with books and the library needs to be more than a book repository. It is concluded that Ranganathan's 'Five laws of library science' are still applicable today in the school library and school librarians need to be a professional, visible and approachable presence in the school.</p>


Author(s):  
Ines Kruselj-Vidas

The list of multiple tasks expected from a school librarian include a wide range of activities. Activity of crucial importance is advocating and argumentation how important is the development of basic literacy skills. The role of school librarians is unavoidable in this process. This presentation will show an example of school library practice and focus on the role of school librarian as designer, provider and researcher in the case study research at the school level. This research was done as an activity during international Erasmus+ project called RECEPTION (Role of Early Childhood Education in positive Transition/Introduction Outcomes for New pupils). 


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
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Bryony Anne Walker

<p>Graphic novels have grown in popularity during last 20 years. A growing band of supporters are advocating for graphic novels to be used in both public libraries and schools. However, research into this area in New Zealand is limited. This study investigated the current situation by exploring how Hamilton teachers and school librarians were utilising graphic novels and their experiences during these activities. A qualitative approach of semi-structured interviews with volunteer participants was chosen in order to solicit rich information on the phenomenon. The study found the use of graphic novels in schools was an emerging phenomenon and the format was being used to a limited extent. However, both teachers and librarians felt they were a successful learning tool with many benefits for students. These included increased enthusiasm and engagement from students, in particular boys and reluctant readers, a focus on visual literacy skills, and connections with popular culture. All participants recommended graphic novels have a place in schools in the future, highlighting the potential they have as a legitimate learning resource. This study recommends graphic novels continue to be used in schools or be adopted by those schools without them. It also recommends schools select a wide range of graphic novel genres in order to cater to the needs of the variety of students identified as responding positively to the format.</p>


2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 107
Author(s):  
Murniyanto Murniyanto

Borrowing and returning library books is a process of circulation service activities. This research is motivated by the fact that library circulation service management is very important in order to improve the quality of existing services, where officers must understand the problems in the implementation of circulation in the library. The purpose of this study was to analyze the implementation of circulation service management in the Rejang Lebong 6 Junior High School Library. The type of approach used in this research is a qualitative approach. Data were collected using observation, interview, and documentation techniques. The results showed that the implementation of circulation service management at the Rejang Lebong 6 Junior High School Library has not run optimally, this is indicated by the many problems in circulation services. There are still officers who do not understand how to use the library so that the service has not been running optimally. On the other hand, library infrastructure is still lacking, so that it has an impact on library management, which will have implications for the learning process in schools.


2020 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sonah Sonah ◽  
Nurdyansyah Nurdyansyah ◽  
Siti Ruchana

The improvement of elementary school library services is very important especially to increase interest in reading, the limited availability of elementary school librarians has an impact on the need for cooperation to improve library services with mier ambassador friends namely library staff partners from the elements of students who have a hobby of reading. The purpose of this collaboration is to optimize the potential of school library services. Forms of cooperation undertaken include to improve the implementation of library activities programs, library promotion, reading habits habituation, reaward reading and fostering collection. This descriptive study uses a qualitative approach. The observation guide was made as a research instrument to collect data relating to the effectiveness of the collaboration of library staff and friends of Ambassador Ambassador to the increased interest in reading readers. The results of this study indicate that the library of SD Muhammadiyah 3 IKROM Wage really needs to collaborate with friends of Ambassador Ambassador to improve school library services


2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca Lacoste

Graphic novels have been recognized by many professionals, researchers, and educators as a major factor in increasing student engagement. The purpose of this research is to analyze a middle school library's statistical data before and after the addition of graphic novels into the library collection. The study also analyzes the growth of scholarly literature related to graphic novels and school libraries. The compilation of this research should provide insight to school librarians, teachers, administrators, and researchers on the value and successes associated with the inclusion of graphic novels in the school library collection.


Author(s):  
Dandut Suyono ◽  
Teguh Pramono

BPS Tulungagung has a reasonably heavy workload, on the other hand, a limited number of human resources so that reform is needed to achieve a common goal. Generally, BPS Reformation aims to build a profile and behavior of professional BPS officials, with high integrity, and fulfilling their duties in providing excellent service on the results of quality statistical data so that data users can access statistical information faster, better, more comfortable, and cheaper. Therefore, this study analyzes the implementation of bureaucratic reform from these aspects by using a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews. In the end, this research shows that the implementation of bureaucratic reform at BPS Tulungagung requires a more effective and efficient control and incentive system.


2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 55-68
Author(s):  
Ali Wafa ◽  
Moh. Wardi

Abstrak: Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif. Metode pengumpulan datanya menggunakan observasi, wawancara mendalam dan dokumentasi. Dalam pemilihan sumber data menggunakan purposive sampling karena pertimbangan tertentu. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, bahwa: Pertama, motivasi baca siswa SMKN 1 Omben masih tergolong rendah, yang disebabkan oleh banyak faktor, yaitu: faktor letak geografis (pedesaan); paradigma orang tua termasuk masyarakat pada umumnya; orang tua perantau (TKI/TKW); kurangnya kesadaran siswa; kurangnya hubungan atau kerjasama antara orang tua dengan sekolah; pengaruh perkembangan teknologi. Kedua, ada dua peran guru dalam meningkatkan motivasi baca siswa: peran sebagai motivator dan peran sebagai fasilitator, guru memberikan atau menyediakan berbagai fasilitas yang dapat memudahkan siswa dalam proses belajar. Ketiga, implementasi literasi sebagai kegiatan yang wajib untuk berkunjung ke perpustkaan sekolah selama 35 menit sesuai dengan jadwal yang sudah ditentukan oleh pihak pengelola perpustakaan. Tujuannya untuk menumbuhkan kesadaran siswa tentang pentingnya membaca dan untuk menambah wawasan ilmu pengetahuan.Kata Kunci: Motivasi, membaca, Literasi Abstract:This research uses a qualitative approach. The data collection method uses observation, in-depth interviews and documentation. In selecting data sources using purposive sampling because of certain considerations. Based on the results of the study, that: First, the motivation to read SMKN 1 Omben students is still relatively low, which is caused by many factors, namely: geographical location factors (rural); the paradigm of parents including society in general; immigrant parents (TKI/TKW); lack of student awareness; lack of relationship or cooperation between parents and school; the influence of technological development. Second, there are two roles of the teacher in increasing students' reading motivation: the role of a motivator and the role of a facilitator, the teacher providing or providing various facilities that can facilitate students in the learning process. Third, the implementation of literacy as a mandatory activity to visit the school library for 35 minutes in accordance with the schedule determined by the library manager. The aim is to foster student awareness of the importance of reading and to broaden scientific insights.Keywords: Motivation, Read, Literacy


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
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Bryony Anne Walker

<p>Graphic novels have grown in popularity during last 20 years. A growing band of supporters are advocating for graphic novels to be used in both public libraries and schools. However, research into this area in New Zealand is limited. This study investigated the current situation by exploring how Hamilton teachers and school librarians were utilising graphic novels and their experiences during these activities. A qualitative approach of semi-structured interviews with volunteer participants was chosen in order to solicit rich information on the phenomenon. The study found the use of graphic novels in schools was an emerging phenomenon and the format was being used to a limited extent. However, both teachers and librarians felt they were a successful learning tool with many benefits for students. These included increased enthusiasm and engagement from students, in particular boys and reluctant readers, a focus on visual literacy skills, and connections with popular culture. All participants recommended graphic novels have a place in schools in the future, highlighting the potential they have as a legitimate learning resource. This study recommends graphic novels continue to be used in schools or be adopted by those schools without them. It also recommends schools select a wide range of graphic novel genres in order to cater to the needs of the variety of students identified as responding positively to the format.</p>


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