Libraries as Social Hubs

 

 

Libraries as Social Hubs 

 

 

Today’s libraries are not the old fashion libraries like we use to know.  They are changing the way the public sees them. Public libraries have rooms where groups can come and meet. They offer a wide variety of different classes and programs. They are offering places where people can come and use computers for career & job search. ESL programs, health and wellness and programs for older adults.

 

 

 

School libraries are offering more than just books. They are opening before and after schools allowing students to hang out with friend. “It’s not about giving the old system a new name and a new look-it’s about profoundly rethinking educational, societal, and creative values.” School libraries are giving students a place to work together on projects, play games, due research, being able to access the Internet. Libraries are changing the way they look by adding cozy places to relax and enjoy a good book. Libraries can be like a resources center which encourages students to gather to use services that can help with exit exams, college information or even help with career and job searches.

                                                                            Works Cited

 

GUSTAFSON, ELLEN. "Meeting Needs: Makerspaces And School Libraries." School Library Monthly 29.8 (2013): 35-36. Academic Search Premier. Web. 17 Apr. 2015.