Month: September 2019

Module 6.3 Response to scenario

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While assisting a parent in the library, his/her young child is running amok amongst the shelves. 

How would I respond?

If I was confronted with the above situation I would respond in  a supportive stance by finding some activities for the child to do to get their attention. These could be within the makerspace and include a board game or a puzzle. By ensuring that they are occupied and being creative it would allow for a more successful interaction with the parent. Initial impressions are very important in the way that you are perceived by others (Green, 2004) Therefore it would be important to show the parent that they are both important to the school community by giving my positive attention to both, and being understanding of both people’s needs.

 

References

Green, G. (2004). The big sell: Creating influence and credibility. Session  presented at LIS@ECU Seminar, Information literacy.

 

How the Case studies are helping me as a learning TL

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I spent the day yesterday with the colleague from our Head office who is the expert on our Oliver system. He introduced me to some of its amazing features. Part of this week’s case study was regarding the need for marketing strategies for the library and to showcase the work that happens in the library. Having read Group 5s response I found myself relating well to their key points, especially related to showcasing the library at staff meetings and using Oliver to promote the library. I replied to their post writing how their ideas are excellent practical tips for addressing the issues being faced by NWC that are very similar to the situation at my school. Some of their solutions are what we are currently implementing and plan to implement as solutions to similar issues as being experienced at NWC.

Team work: what is working

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The learning gained from the case study work has been more than just the subject matter. Moreover, it has been about what makes a good team and what makes a team function well. I found that it is really important to support one another. Sometimes people have external events occurring, and need extra support to fulfil their roles. I found that for Case study 5, giving support to other members and their work gave them the confidence to continue. I used to think that once I had fulfilled my own personal role that I was done. However, from this experience I have learned that the sum of the group work is of main significance, and I need to be concerned with that as opposed to only being concerned about my own contribution.

Group work and leadership

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From the experiences with the group work it is clear that there needs to be someone who organises the process and drives it. Once that has been established people are quite happy to complete their work and make their contribution. Without someone to lead the process it is inefficient and people are left wondering what to do. The same problems exist in any school and that is why we have leaders or managers of departments. It is the manager or leader who organises. They are not necessarily the most talented or skilled, but they co-ordinate the work of others to ensure that is it streamlined. Issues arise when others are not willing to follow what has been set in place, or when conflict arises between staff.