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Beyond the Books: Libraries as Catalysts for Sustainable Change

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    • Availability:
      American Association of School Librarians. Available from: American Library Association. 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611. Tel: 1-800-545-2433; Web site: http://knowledgequest.aasl.org/
    • Peer Reviewed:
      N
    • Source:
      10
    • Education Level:
      Elementary Secondary Education
    • Subject Terms:
      Media Specialists; School Libraries; Global Approach; Library Role; Sustainable Development; Student Empowerment; Transformative Learning; Library Instruction; Citizenship Education; Objectives; Library Services; Librarian Teacher Cooperation; Elementary Secondary Education; STEM Education; Environmental Education; Computer Simulation
    • ISSN:
      1094-9046
    • Abstract:
      In the author's decade-long journey as a school library media specialist, they have witnessed an evolution in the role of education. In today's increasingly interconnected world, going beyond traditional literacy and nurturing informed, empathetic global citizens is becoming a fundamental aspect of our teaching and learning. The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a critical framework for global citizenship. The SDG framework gives educators the job of not only addressing global challenges like poverty, inequality, climate change, and environmental degradation, but also bringing learners into these necessary conversations. School libraries, traditionally seen as quiet spaces for book borrowing, are transforming into vibrant epicenters and are in the perfect position to support this global shift in education. The author's experience in the field has shown them that integrating the SDGs into library programming is transformative. It is a leap from providing mere access to information to cultivating a global mindset, empowering learners to make positive change in their local and global communities. In the dynamic library spaces, the author states, we are not just nurturing literacy; we are fostering global citizenship through inclusive resources, positive learning environments, and collaborative programming.
    • Abstract:
      ERIC
    • Publication Date:
      2024
    • Accession Number:
      EJ1438790