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Guest post #16 – The future of libraries: a time for new heroes… by Dave Coplin
Today, many of us walk around with more computing power in our pockets than used to sit on our desks just a few short years ago. We are more connected, more engaged and more in control of our lives than … Continue reading
Posted in Libraries Conversation
Tagged eBooks, librarians, libraries, library leadership, skills, social justice, social media, technology
Guest post #13 – Policymakers on employment, education and children “Take note!”, by Miranda McKearney
It’s an anxious time for young people. UK youth unemployment stands at 21.9%, and reports show it’s getting harder to bust out of a disadvantaged start. http://www.dpm.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/news/nick-clegg-speech-social-mobility People under 25 make up 43% of the world’s population – their choices … Continue reading
Posted in Libraries Conversation
Tagged books, children, community, employment, literacy, reading, skills
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Guest post #5 – Libraries for learning for life, by John Dolan
In early years a child is joyfully open to accumulate knowledge, skills and habits. Habits nurtured in early years evolve as a way of life. A diverse and sustained learning life lasts into old age, enriching experience and maintaining health, … Continue reading
Posted in Libraries Conversation
Tagged community, economic deprivation, employment, information, libraries, literacy, poverty, skills, social justice, technology
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Guest post #4 – Creating curiosity for young and old alike, by Richard Veevers, Library Camp
I’ve worked with scores of people in our library who’ve never used a computer. Whilst the majority are retired, we see an encouraging number of younger folk. Scared or brave enough, they ask for help. Some we’ll see once, some … Continue reading
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Tagged community, inequality, information, librarian, libraries, literacy, skills, technology
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Guest post #2 – It’s been a while.., by Antonio Rizzo, Lewisham Library and Information Service
Hi. It’s been a while now, and I thought I should get you up to speed on what has happened around here. It’s 2022, and the kind of library you’d recognise doesn’t really exist anymore, but library services thrive! It’s … Continue reading
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Tagged community, employment, information, libraries, public policy, skills, social justice, technology
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