Making Noise in the Library
Rethinking, Reimagning and Revising Learning Spaces
Sara Swenson
Edina Public Schools
Lisa Gearman
Chaska High School
Keywords: school libraries, school media centers
Abstract
Do the learning spaces in your library resemble quiet, solitary work areas or do they resemble 21st century active learning spaces where students and staff can shape their own areas for learning, mix up a messy learning environment and create their own unique products? Stretch your thinking with Media Specialists Lisa Gearman and Sara Swenson as they share their journeys to reinventing learning spaces in two different high schools. We’ll share our resources for implementing learning environments that encourage personalization of the learning process in a variety of budget situations.
Author Biography
Sara Swenson, Edina Public Schools
Sara Swenson and Lisa Gearman are can-do media specialists at two dynamic suburban Minneapolis high schools. When not exploring ways to make their learning spaces energizing, they love to read the latest YA books and meet authors.
