The Library Innovation Toolkit: Ideas, Strategies, and Programs

Molaro, Anthony; White, Leah L.

ISBN 10: 0838912745 / ISBN 13: 9780838912744

Published by ALA, 2015

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Fine binding and contents.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Library Innovation Toolkit: Ideas, Strategies, and Programs
• Publisher: ALA
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0838912745
• ISBN 13: 9780838912744
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Science and Technology
  • General

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Synopsis

Progress for the sake of progress is all too often a drain on precious time and resources. The communities and users that libraries serve are always changing; true innovation helps libraries adapt to meet their needs and aspirations both now and in the future. This stimulating collection offers numerous snapshots of innovation in action at a range of libraries, showcasing ideas and initiatives that will inspire librarians at their own institutions. Among the topics covered are The importance of creating organizational structures that lead to innovation Strategies for getting library staff and other stakeholders on board and engaged, complete with a step-by-step toolkit for achieving innovative outcomes Ways to expand the library beyond its walls to deliver exceptional and innovative services to library users Money-saving initiatives that use technology to improve users’ experience Innovative uses of library spaces, such as designing and implementing a digital media lab Examples of creative programming, from running a C2E2-style comic convention, creating an “idea” forum, to re-envisioning a children’s writing club and launching Readtember, a month of literacy programs featuring zombies, dads, and gamingThis valuable sourcebook encourages readers to take big risks, ask deeper questions, strive for better service, and dream bigger ideas.

About the Author

Dr. Anthony Molaro is Assistant Professor in the MLIS Program at St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota. He is currently researching makerspaces and learning labs in public libraries. His other research and teaching focus is on public services, management, and leadership. He has written and presented on a variety of library topics.



Leah L. White is Head of Popular Materials at the Ela Area Public Library District in Lake Zurich, Illinois, and a member of the Adult Reading Round Table Steering Committee. She won the Library Journal Movers & Shakers Award in 2012. She enjoys reading comic books, Instagramming pictures of her pets, and spending too much time (and money) in independent bookstores.