my dream of the public library in the 21 st century
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My Dream of the Public Library in the 21 st Century. Presentation by Magdeline Engleton Senior Library Officer Molalatau, Botswana. Brief Introduction. Sewela’s Story. Meet the Needs of the Community. Buddy Job Seeking Skills Session. ICT to be a Core S ervice. Computer Training. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
My Dream of the Public Library in the 21st Century
Presentation by Magdeline EngletonSenior Library OfficerMolalatau, Botswana
Brief Introduction
Sewela’s Story
Meet the Needs of the Community
Buddy Job Seeking Skills Session
ICT to be a Core Service
Computer Training
Community Engagement
Partnerships-Primary School
What can be done?
Regular User Needs AssessmentAll National Libraries should have Strategic
FrameworksEngage local government officials in
conversation about importance of libraries in the community
Computer & Internet Service to be a core service
Invest in nurturing and developing library staff and emerging leaders
Create a platform for innovation
Conclusion
Let us change our mentality as librarians of being service-oriented to being user oriented. As individuals us all contribute to develop the lives of our communities regardless of your position. Ask yourself, are you pulling libraries down or you are pushing it forward, then act according for the benefit of your nation.