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Learning Resources in Learning Resources in Fruitvale Elementary School (FES) Library:Fruitvale Elementary School (FES) Library:
Improving Organization and AccessImproving Organization and Access
By Christa Salsiccioli
OutlineOutline1. Introduction2. Goals of FES library3. Areas needing change4. Rationales and proposed changes• physical space• furniture• homepage
1. Timeline 2. The “who” of change3. Budget and cost4. Challenges5. Conclusion
IntroductionIntroduction
the need for improved physical and digital access
strategies, timeline, costs and potential challenges in implementing change
the support and success the changes will bring to the school community
This presentation will demonstrate:
Goals to Support Library PatronsGoals to Support Library Patrons
Goal #1◦ Provide current and authentic research and
information literacy experiences
Goal #2 ◦ Support management, selection and
evaluation of effective resources
Goals continuedGoals continuedGoal #3◦ Advocate and promote user independence
Goal #4◦ Provide a comfortable and workable physical space
Goal #5 ◦ Provide use of current technology
Areas Needing ChangeAreas Needing Change
• Physical Space• student lounge area
• Furniture• tables and chairs
• Homepage
Rationale for Change:Rationale for Change:
position of tables make working area crampedvisually uninvitinguncomfortable seating◦ minimal lounge seating◦ lounge seating currently placed only in front of Smart
Board
Physical Space
Proposal for Change: Proposal for Change: Physical SpacePhysical Space
•reposition furniture to create more pathways and use the whole available space•provide comfortable, cozy, attractive and adequate lounge furniture •create a student centered library setting•supports library’s goals #1, #3, #4
Rationale For Change:Rationale For Change:
tables and chairs are too tall and too wide
triangular tables ◦ awkward to work on ◦ prevents productive interaction amongst
studentsunsuitable working conditions for
primary students
Furniture
Proposal for Change: Proposal for Change: FurnitureFurniture
• Provide tables and chairs with a range of different heightso will be more comfortable and accommodate all sizes of all
grade levels
• Flower shaped tables provide students personal working space
• Supports research, selection, management and evaluation of resources (Goal #1 and #2)
• Provides a comfortable and workable space (Goal #4)
Rationale for Change:Rationale for Change:
students have minimal access to computers
no access for independent use at home or out of library
does not supporttechnology skills, Information Literacy skillsor access to digital resources
Homepage
Proposal for Change:Proposal for Change: Homepage AccessHomepage Access
Provide student access to online library catalogue (OPAC) (Goal #1 and #3)
Provide independent use to support information literacy and technology skills (Goal #2 and #3)
Provide access to valuable digital resources (Goal #2)
Promote positive image and learning experiences library has to offer
Increase number of computers at Computer Stations (Goal #5)
TimelineTimelinePhysical Space and Furniture
Project should take approximately 2 to 4 months from start to finish
Begin project in the month of May
Draw up proposed budget plan and present to Administration, School PAC, District PAC and School Board for extra funding – 1 month
Selecting, ordering and assembling furniture – 1 to 2 months
Designing new configuration and set up – 3 weeks to 1 month
TimelineTimelineHomepage
Approximate timeline is 2 to 3 months and will need continued updating when running
Attend School District Professional Development opportunities in technology skills and Web 2.0 tools workshop – 4 weeks, 1 hour sessions per week
Attend District Librarian Meetings to work collaboratively with Teacher – Librarians in creation of Homepage – ongoing
Design and starting up of Homepage –1 to 2 months
The “Who” of Change:The “Who” of Change:Teacher Librarian Students and Staff (design and information)Administration (support and budget)PAC and School Board (budget)District Teacher Librarians (collaborative
partners)Leader/professional of TechnologySchool District Maintenance Crew
(assembly of furniture)
District budget is predetermined by the school board and allocates percentage of district funding to each library
FES library receives ~ $2000.00 /year from District
School Budget requires alternate means for funding such as Book Fairs and donations from PAC
surplus of money is used the next school year
Budget Budget
$ Cost of Items $$ Cost of Items $Items Purchased from Amazon.comItems Purchased from Amazon.com
FES has an account in which Free Super Saver Shipping may apply to some FES has an account in which Free Super Saver Shipping may apply to some items.items.
Item Quantity Individual Price Total
Flower – Shaped Tables
5 $240.99 $1204.95
Stackable Chairs 30 $241.99 (pack of 6) $1209.95
Beanbag Seats 6 $26.80 $160.80
Standard Chair 2 $65.80 $131.60
Children’s Sofa 2 $99.88 $199.76
Basic Birch End Table (OPTIONAL)
2 $49.99 $99.98
SUBTOTAL : $3,007.04
HST 12% : $360.84
SHIPPING AND HANDLING 10% :
$336.79
TOTAL : $3704.67
Cost Cost continuedcontinued
SHORTFALL
Type of Funding Funding Amount
District $1000.00
School (Book Fairs, PAC)
$1000.00
Surplus $400.00
Total: $2400.00
Proposed Total : - $3,704. 67
Shortfall : - $1,304.67
ChallengesChallengesBUDGET!! – items may cost more than
proposed and current estimated funding may not be attainable
Problems with items – selection, cost, shipping and handling and damage goods
Unsupportive and uncooperative peopleoAdministration, School Board and PAC may not approve
of changes or of funding
Following Timeline – things can take longer or shorter than expected, maintenance crew may be unavailable at time of request
Software may not be adequate for creation of Homepage◦ update software
Challenges
ChallengesChallenges• Communicating changes to school community
• Send library newsletter home with students
o discuss physical changes and new furniture
o provide photographs
oHomepage URL address
• Invite school community to open house to promote access to the Library Homepage and the new student lounge area
• At staff meetings discuss the changes implemented and their impact on student success and learning experiences
ConclusionConclusionCommunicate the positive success of the changes
to the organization and access of resources!
• Physical Space is cramped, uninviting and uncomfortable!
o create more attractive looking space by repositioning furniture and creating a lounge area
• Furniture is minimal and unsuitable in size for students
o changes are needed to the shape and height of the tables and height of the chairs
o additional furniture needed to create lounge area
Conclusion continuedConclusion continuedHomepage is non-existent and thus discourages user
independence and does not promote valuable digital resources available on line
Currently, minimal access to computers makes it difficult to support research and technology skills
◦ access to a Homepage will support user independence, research and technology skills and will promote the use of the library
If all changes are met, the FES library will be successful in it’s goals!
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