What is a Library Learning Commons?

The Learning Commons is an inclusive, flexible learning–centered, physical and virtual space for collaboration, inquiry, imagination and play to expand and deepen learning. Acquiring and applying information literacy skills and using literature as a support to educational programs are essential to students becoming effective learners. To develop and use these skills in their learning, students shall experience a library and technology-based information skill development program and have access to and use a wide variety of learning resources.

Maker Spaces: 

What is a makerspace?

A makerspace is a collaborative work space inside a school, library for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools. If you have cardboard, Legos and art supplies you’re in business.  make your own makerspace at home as well. It’s more of the maker mindset of creating something out of nothing and exploring your own interests that’s at the core of a makerspace.  These spaces are also helping to prepare those who need the critical 21st century skills in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).  They provide hands on learning, help with critical thinking skills and even boost self-confidence.  places for making, collaborating, learning and sharing.