LaZerte Library Learning Commons
Limitless Learning
In the words of three researchers and teacher-practitioners who have been working in forwarding best school-library and learning commons practices for the past half-century:
"Bad libraries build collections. Good libraries build services. Great libraries build communities."
R. David Lankes (Professor of Librarianship at the University of Texas, Austin)
“A Learning Commons is a common or shared space that is both physical and virtual. It is designed to move students beyond mere research, practice and group work to a greater level of engagement through exploration, experimentation, and collaboration. A Learning Commons is more than a room or a website. A Learning Commons allows users to create their own environments to improve learning. A Learning Commons is about changing school culture, and transforming the way teaching and learning occur.”
(Loertscher, Koechlin, Rosenfeld, 1)
The guiding philosophy and progressive benchmarks that the LaZerte Library follows are found in the following three documents. Please feel free to explore them and discuss / ask questions to teacher-librarian Harold Semenuk at any time!
Leading Learning: Standards of Practice for School Library Learning Commons in Canada
From the absolutely commendable and formidable Canadian School Libraries (association of certified teacher librarians across Canadian jurisdictions)
Alberta Education Student Competencies (K-12)
Encourage you to explore all the ins and outs of the document on this page!
The school library is a vital resource for M.E Lazerte and its students. It offers a tranquil space for study, research, and collaboration, enabling students to deepen their understanding of various subjects.
With access to a diverse collection of books, digital resources, and reference materials, our library supports academic achievement and encourages a lifelong love of learning.
Additionally, our library provides essential services to our students such as information literacy instruction and programming that fosters critical thinking skills.
By cultivating a nurturing environment, the school library not only enhances educational outcomes but also empowers our students to explore their interests and develop their potential.
