I have created a very basic mindmap for TL as leader. I focused on the TL and the qualities as described in Chow and Rich (2013). It is simple and doesn’t do justice to the position in relation to other stakeholders in the school management structure. This map merely describes the behaviours and traits of a TL who is successful and proactive in their position within the school.
Where will I be in 5 years?
In 2024 I’d like to be in a permanent job instead of temporary in the library where I work now. Following is a list of how I’d like this library to look:
- Students and teachers sitting at tables working together on shared projects and other students working alone reflecting on their work/learning.
- Books on shelves and students reading for pleasure in comfortable, soft seating. Students are also borrowing and returning books.
- Portable laptops and tablets available for student and teacher use.
- Displays showcasing Authors/student work/new books/themes/ideas for contemplation.
- Student access to ebooks and online curated lists of resources.
- TL desk has a collection of materials relevant to the latest collaboration with a group of teachers in the next term’s curriculum area.
- Timetabling is more flexible.
- Students are building up their digital literacy skills.
- Library is seen as cool and students are happy to visit during their breaks and with their parents before and after school.
Perhaps I’m being ambitious for a mere 5 years from now. We shall see…
Reference
Chow, A. S., & Rich, M. (2013). The ideal qualities and tasks of library leaders: Perspectives of academic, public, school, and special library administrators. Library Leadership and Management, 27(1/2), 1-24. Retrieved from https://journals.tdl.org/llm/index.php/llm
