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How libraries can support media and information literacy for early childhood school students

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How libraries can support media and information literacy for early childhood school students

October 29 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

free

Are you passionate about education and the pivotal role libraries play in shaping young minds? Join the National and State Libraries of Australasia (NSLA) for enlightening online sessions that delve into the crucial role of libraries in fostering media and information literacy for young people.

Why Attend?
In today’s complex information landscape, media and information literacy skills and dispositions are essential for young people. Libraries are uniquely positioned to support the development of these skills, providing resources, guidance, and a safe space for exploration and learning. This symposium will explore why libraries have an important role to play and how a guiding framework of attitude, awareness, ability, and access can be put into action.

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The symposium will have 3 sessions, across 3 days, with each focused on a different stage of schooling: early childhood, Year K-6, and Year 7-12/13. Choose a session that best meets your needs, or attend all three to get insights from examples across all year levels.

Key Topics:
Each session will cover the following:
  • Definitions of media and information literacy, and why it is important.
  • The role of libraries in developing media and information literacy skills and dispositions.
  • An overview of the 4As (attitude, awareness, ability, and access) Framework and examples from across NSLA libraries.
  • Q&A session, including questions from the audience.

Dates & Times:
Day 1: Early Childhood Focus-Tuesday, October 29, 2024: 3:00-4:00 PM AEDT/5:00-6:00 PM NZDT
Day 2: K-6 Focus-Wednesday, October 30, 2024: 3:00-4:00 PM AEDT/5:00-6:00 PM NZDT
Day 3: 7-12/13 Focus-Thursday, October 31, 2024: 3:00-4:00 PM AEDT/5:00-6:00 PM NZDT