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And now for some good news...

6/1/2020

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Public libraries abolishing fines

Some New Zealand public libraries have abolished fines and others are reviewing their fines strategy. Here are two recent posts from the UK and USA about experiences in abolishing fines. Abolishing fines: UK status  and A year after Denver Public Library ended late fees, patrons — and their books — are returning

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Importance of libraries

There have been lots of posts over the holiday season reiterating the importance of libraries. 
Here are some to bolster you up, as the new working year begins:
  • The 100 Worst Ed-Tech Debacles of the Decade — #82 . ​Libraries haven’t gone away — they’re still frequently visited, despite dramatic drops in public funding. More and more public libraries have started eliminating fines too because libraries, unlike Techcrunch writers, do care to alleviate inequality.​ READ MORE >

  • New-age librarians embrace new technologies to accommodate growing communities needs. For Australian children the library used to be a wonderful, magical place full of adventures, books, and the ever-lingering stern-faced librarian. But libraries are evolving, and so is the job of the librarian. READ MORE >
 
  • America Has a Digital Skills Gap. Libraries Can Help Fix It. The tools of the digital age—computers, the internet, online training programs—are sometimes branded as a threat to the public library’s relevance.  READ MORE >
 
  • Thank you to ... the librarian who saved my life before I knew it needed saving.  Kerry Hudson remembers the librarian who was always a kind, constant, gentle presence. READ MORE >
 
  • But, Nobody Uses Libraries Anymore!! Except more people visit their library than attend the NFL, NHL, NBA, Nascar, or the movie theater COMBINED. READ MORE >
 
  • Advocacy, an essential tool in helping teachers understand why they need school librarians. READ MORE >
 
  • Libraries in Australia booming in digital age. They are experiencing a renaissance after major makeovers and adapting to technology. READ MORE >
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  • Libraries Are Even More Important to Contemporary Community Than We Thought. And They Should Be Funded Accordingly. READ MORE >
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  • Shelf Love: Several Fascinating Facts About Libraries. Libraries.  READ MORE >

How libraries change lives | Ciara Eastell | TEDxExeter

Hear from Next Library Satellite 2020 keynote Ciara Eastell about how libraries change lives. 
Start planning your trip to Next Library Satellite in October to catch her next inspirational keynote.

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