“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending” Maria Robinson
Where Were We Before
Where We Are Now
Reasoning Behind Library Automation Automation provides comprehensive services to our users Automation provides greater access to resources. Automation of the school library parallels the automation of the public library. Automation exposes students to computer technology.
Staff Training Why SirsiDynix? Up To Date Technology Exemplary Customer Service Sirsi provides the following services: Circulation Cataloging Serials Acquisitions Reserves
Staff Training Who Will Be Trained? All school library media specialists Parent Volunteers Teacher Liaisons Administrative Liaisons
Steps To Ensure Success Staff Training Steps To Ensure Success Knowing the size of the collection, who the library serves, school languages served, circulation statistics and materials within the collection. Weed the collection for outdated or damaged materials to ensure fiscal accountability.
The How and Why of Training Student Training The How and Why of Training All English classes will be required to attend 1 hour training sessions conducted by a school library media specialist. Students will have access to a Wiki portal to provide an ongoing online training. Students need to be trained for improved research skills, preparation for college classes, and training provides access to information.
Wiki Portal Information Why Use a Wiki? Frequent collaboration amongst library users. Users can post discussion topics and questions. Training videos posted. User evaluation tool – users can fill out surveys regarding SirsiDynix experiences.
Benefits of SirsiDynix Students and staff can view collections and place holds from home or school Students and staff can receive email notifications when reserved items are available Students and staff will have an improved inventory control system which they can rely on.
Benefits of SirsiDynix Administration of overdue materials Collaboration with local entities Detailed user reports allow for constant feedback and library changes Students and staff can monitor their accounts and be immediately notified in case of available holds or overdue materials. School library users are winners
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