Libraries in the Digital Age

I read an interesting article tonight by Doug Johnson. I've read many of his other articles since he contributes regularly to School Library Journal and other library /tech journals. Changed But Still Critical: Brick and Mortar School Libraries in the Digital Age discusses the future of the school library and makes suggestions on how to use the library space and library program to support learning. Johnson's conclusion states: "Be very broad-minded about the functions of the school’s library and get planners thinking less about designing an effective library, but an effective school with a library program that supports the school’s goals."

The entire article may be found at http://www.doug-johnson.com/dougwri/changed-but-still-critical-bricks-and-mortar-libraries-in-th.html

While I was on his site, I noticed that he is offering free downloads of his book Machines are the Easy Part; People are the Hard Part. It's a quick read, but there is a lot to think about.