Five Things You Need to Know about the Learning Commons Model

Five Things You Need to Know about the Learning Commons Model

Heather Kindschy (Teacher-Librarian, Mt. Bethel Elementary School, Marietta GA)

http://clcd.com/features/th_learning_commons_model.php

1. A Learning Commons Is Flexible and Learner-Centered

2. The Learning Commons Is Part of a Much-Needed Overhaul

3. Creating a Learning Commons Requires Purpose and Intention

4. The Learning Commons Model is Often Misunderstood

• “So, you’re getting rid of all or most of your books?” 
• “Can you tell me exactly what you did? I want that for my library!” 
• “If I buy fancy moveable furniture and call myself a Learning Commons, is that it?”

5. If You’re Going to Eat an Elephant, Do It One Bite at a Time

Read the whole thing: http://clcd.com/features/th_learning_commons_model.php

Stephen