Think about your library. What evidence is there that the library supports transliteracy practices? What do you think could be done better? Make a note of your ideas and revisit these at the end of this module.

On first inspection, I believe my library has a framework in place to support transliteracy practices.

Our school has a strong focus on the Lexile reading program. Students learn to read and practice comprehension using the quizzes. We use the Seesaw app in the junior school, and Google Classroom in the primary years, which act as a bit of a gateway to a range of digital tools.

Also, STEM lessons take place in my library. Students use Chromebooks and a range of apps during these sessions, which require a great deal of interaction across different platforms. Students use different tools, as well as take handwritten notes at times. They’re also encouraged to use different digital tools for individual research projects.

What could be done better? I think the library’s online presence must be improved. We are using Oliver version 3, which is a huge limitation. But students don’t really know how to search for the books they want. And no student has placed a hold on a book in the last 3 years. I think that once the online presence improves, students will be able to interact more with each other, and access a wider range of tools that enhance library-related learning.