Initiating STEM Learning in Libraries

May 1, 2012 | Public Programs, Exhibitions

The article discusses strategies for public libraries to offer programs and resources for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and activity programs. The author comments on how public libraries can partner with businesses to offer STEM resources to library patrons and strengthen the role public libraries play in terms of education in their communities. Topics include the possibility of public libraries learning from science fairs to incorporate displays and nonfiction book lists that promote science, as well as strategies to organize nonfiction book holdings.

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Jennifer Hopwood

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Franklin T. DeGroodt Memorial Library

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ISSN : 1542-9806

Publication Name: Children & Libraries: The Journal of the Association for Library Service to Children

Volume: 10

Number: 20

Page Number: 53

Resource Type: Research Products

Discipline: Education and learning science | Engineering | General STEM | Mathematics | Technology

Audience: Elementary School Children (6-10) | Middle School Children (11-13) | Youth/Teen (up to 17) | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals

Environment Type: Public Programs | Library Programs | Exhibitions | Library Exhibits

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