Category Archives: 21st Century Skills

A More Powerful School Library Catalogue

Posted on January 25, 2013 by mheintz

Marcia A. Mardis Florida State University It seems like just a few months ago that I received the exciting news that my Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program Early Career Researcher Grant, Digital Libraries to School Libraries, was funded in … Continue reading →

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Makers on the Move in Libraries and Museums

Posted on December 20, 2012 by mheintz

By Susan Hildreth Director, IMLS Maker spaces are part of a growing movement of hands-on, mentor-led environments that encourage entrepreneurship and unleash the inner inventor in all of us, particularly children. And I am happy to report that there is … Continue reading →

Posted in 21st Century Skills, Afterschool/Out-of-School, Director's Messages, Education Support, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) | Comments Off

Preserving Our Present: Sacramento Teens Share Their Stories

Posted on August 1, 2012 by admin

Cross-posted from an article by Chris Shannon on NatomasBuzz.com It is no secret Sacramento’s north area has many stories to tell and local historians are taking note. The surprise is the age of the chroniclers. Thanks to a partnership with … Continue reading →

Posted in 21st Century Skills, Afterschool/Out-of-School, Cultural Heritage/Sustainability, Grants to State Library Administrative Agencies | 1 Comment