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North Central Library District. Melissa Rowse [email protected] (570) 326-0536. Libraries Then Quiet Books Information. Libraries Now Loud Circulate everything Collaboration, Interaction Technology Focus. Problem: Lack of Basic Literacy. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Libraries Then
Quiet
Books
Information
Libraries Now
Loud
Circulate everything
Collaboration, Interaction
Technology Focus
Problem: Lack of Basic Literacy
13% of Pennsylvanians lack basic reading skills to read a newspaper.
85% of all juveniles interfacing with the court system are functionally illiterate.
More than 75% of jobs in PA demand education beyond high school. Yet, nearly 17,000 PA youth (16-24) dropped out last year!
Basic Literacy Solutions at Your Library
• Quality baby, toddler, and preschool programming, which meets PA Dept of
Education Learning Standards
• Summer Reading Program to counteract the “Summer Slide”
• Adult literacy: test materials, classes, tutoring, basic skill instruction
Problem: Lack of Information Literacy
PA is ranked 29th in the nation for high-speed internet connection (60%).
Nearly 75% of job seekers now use the internet to seek employment – in part because it is the only way to apply.
22% of all students believe 80-100% of what they read and see on the internet is true.
Information Literacy Solutions at Your Library
• Qualified staff to help find reliable resources
• Free computer access, instruction, and WiFi
• POWER Library databases and other subscriptions
Problem: Lack of Social/Civic Literacy
Only 42% of the state’s registered voters voted in 2010 gubernatorial election.
Less than 50% of Americans can name all 3 branches of government.
Only 24% of college graduates and 27% of all Americans know the First Amendment prohibits establishing of an official religion.
Social/Civic Literacy Solutions at Your Library
• Community Meeting Space for educational and community gatherings.
• Non-partisan voting information.
• Strong collection of materials that reflect contemporary issues.
Problem: Lack of Health Literacy
46% of American adults have difficulty understanding their prescription medicine label.
Nothing - not age, income, employment status, education level, or racial or ethnic background - affects health status more than literacy skills.
Only 1 in 5 links on search engines lead to relevant health information.
Health Literacy Solutions at Your Library
• Interactive programming: Wii Fit, Yoga, Nutrition, & Stress
• Partnerships with local organizations to provide health screenings.
• Access to current reliable health information.
Problem: Lack of Financial Literacy
41% of adults give themselves a grade of a C, D, or F on their personal knowledge of finance.
1 in 4 adults does not pay bills on time. 1 in 3 has no savings for retirement or other future needs.
Demand for highly skilled, educated workforce has never been greater. 38% of adults said their reading level limited their job prospects.
Financial Literacy Solutions at Your Library
• Budgeting, retirement, and personal finance seminars offered by CPAs or other
professionals.
• College financial aid forms.
• Career and workforce development resources (onsite and online).
TOGETHER WE CAN MOVE
PA FORWARD
www.paforward.org