Libraries for literacy: a collaborative framework

Editor's Notes

1. Libraries for Literacy – every day, every way: 2011-2014 Published in 2011 to support and guide the ongoing development and delivery of literacy services SLQ; public libraries; literacy providers LLF Project Report outlined the evidence base underpinning the Framework and informed the further development of library-based literacy and learning programs. Based on consultation – many of you here were involved back in 2010 & 11.
2. Four principles guide the goals of Libraries for literacy — every day, every way. They aim to maximise relevance for urban, regional, rural and remote communities and have been shaped by consultation with government and non-government organisations, public libraries, academic institutions and peak bodies. Literacy support should be: • equitable and inclusive — providing optimal services, programs and resources for all people at all stages of learning, acknowledging context and respecting cultural diversity • community centred — reflecting local context and aligning with local need, acknowledging literacy and learning is central to robust and resilient communities • collaborative — enabling the community, government, business and education sectors to work together to extend the reach of literacy support and solve complex social issues • sustainable — ensuring appropriate resources, partnerships and evaluation tools are available
3. Libraries for literacy — every day, every way seeks to guide the development of community literacy services to be delivered by State Library of Queensland, partnering with Queensland public libraries, state and local government, and relevant literacy providers. Together, we will work within this framework to: advocate greater understanding of the value of reading to children, and parents’ effect on early childhood cognitive, language, emotional and social development 2. elevate the role of State Library and public libraries in providing literacy support for everyone; promote literacy as integral to library strategic planning, service delivery, and community responsibilities 3. raise awareness of State Library and the public library network’s value and capacity when addressing literacy issues on state and local education agendas relating to social, cultural and economic sustainability 4. build collaborative relationships across many sectors including education, community, cultural, technology and library sectors to extend the reach of literacy improvement opportunities
4. Jane The key role identified for the State Library is that of enabler who: builds the capacity of the library network through professional training opportunities • advocates to government the contribution made by State and public libraries to literacy provision, and to state and national literacy agendas • disseminates information from and about the platform of programs, agencies and sectors operating in the literacy environment • advocates for collaboration and sharing skills, resources, and professional development options across library, health, early childhood and education Sectors • models good governance, as demonstrated by the literacy framework, the development of learning statements and literacy standards, and evaluation and benchmarking tools • models leadership in the development of literacy services • showcases effective practice models leading the delivery of literacy services in Queensland.
5. 2011-12 Apple Educators for teachers Hosted the Apple Distinguished Educator Series focusing on digital literacy skills for educators. This series focused on transference of digital literacy skills to improve student learning.
6. Developing and delivering early literacy programming in partnership with Public Libraries across the State The Corner on the road Read 4 Life Summer Reading Club
7. Number of family literacy programs hosted by public libraries: 2012/13 - 22,206 (6% increase) 2011/12 - 20,856 (24% increase) 2010/11 - 16,834 Embedded literacy goals in library planning documents: 2012/13 - 26 libraries (43% public libraries, exc IKCs); 71.2% of Queensland’s population 2011/12 – 13 libraries; 54.8% of Queensland’s population
8. First of its kind – Used by other countries eg: Ireland Advocating tool – other government entities now recognise literacy role libraries play in their communities Supported funding applications – eg: some public libraries involved in LFL Review Task group indicated they had use the framework this way Performance measures – we have progress demonstrating achievements and building evidence Easy to use Clear definitions
9. Opportunity to simplify message Focus on the goals/priorities
10. Eg: National/State documents Align with National/State funding strategies