Escape Rooms And Other Immersive Experiences In The Library

Author : Ellyssa Kroski
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-12-20
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838917671

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Escape Rooms and Other Immersive Experiences in the Library by Ellyssa Kroski Pdf

By one count, there are more than 7,200 escape room environments in 1,445 cities in 105 countries. So why not in libraries? Sharpening participants’ problem solving and collaboration skills by mashing up real-time adventure, immersive theater, gaming, and old-fashioned entertainment, they’re a natural for libraries. And, as Kroski demonstrates in this fun guide, they’re feasible for a range of audiences and library budgets. Whether you’re already an escape room aficionado who’s eager to replicate the experience at your own institution, or an intrigued novice looking for ways to enliven your programing, Kroski has got you covered. This book discusses the differences between escape rooms, which are highly structured, and immersive experiences, which are more casual;shows how these unique experiences can be used to teach information literacy skills, add unique youth programming, bring adults into the library, and instruct patrons about library resources in the form of puzzles and challenges;profiles several successful library projects, from large scale programs like New York Public Libraries’ Find the Future: The Game to smaller ones like Search for Alexander Hamilton;offers dozens of programming ideas and examples that can be tailored to fit a variety of libraries and budgets; andprovides information on game kits available for purchase, tips for partnering with local Escape Room businesses, and links to additional resources. With the assistance of Kroski’s guide, libraries everywhere can offer their own take on these exciting forms of entertainment, engagement, and education.

Author : Ellyssa Kroski
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838917893

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Escape Rooms and Other Immersive Experiences in the Library by Ellyssa Kroski Pdf

With the assistance of Kroski's guide, libraries everywhere can offer their own take on these exciting forms of entertainment, engagement, and education.

Author : Juneal M. Chenoweth
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 577 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-06-24
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781440869143

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American Reference Books Annual by Juneal M. Chenoweth Pdf

Read professional, fair reviews by practicing academic, public, and school librarians and subject-area specialists that will enable you to make the best choices from among the latest reference resources. This newest edition of American Reference Books Annual (ARBA) provides librarians with insightful, critical reviews of print and electronic reference resources released or updated in 2017-2018, as well as some from 2019 that were received in time for review in the publication. By using this invaluable guide to consider both the positive and negative aspects of each resource, librarians can make informed decisions about which new reference resources are most appropriate for their collections and their patrons' needs. Collection development librarians who are working with limited budgets—as is the case in practically every library today—will be able to maximize the benefit from their monetary resources by selecting what they need most for their collection, while bypassing materials that bring limited value to their specific environment.

Author : Lars Elbæk,Gunver Majgaard,Andrea Valente,Saifuddin Khalid
Publisher : Academic Conferences and publishing limited
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10-03
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781912764372

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ECGBL 2019 13th European Conference on Game-Based Learning by Lars Elbæk,Gunver Majgaard,Andrea Valente,Saifuddin Khalid Pdf

Author : Vera Gubnitskaia,Carol Smallwood
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 287 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781476674902

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Homeschooling and Libraries by Vera Gubnitskaia,Carol Smallwood Pdf

As families are looking for better ways to educate their children, more and more of them are becoming interested and engaged in alternative ways of schooling that are different, separate, or opposite of the traditional classroom. Homeschooling has become ever more creative and varied as families create custom-tailored curricula, assignments, goals, and strategies that are best for each unique child. This presents a multitude of challenges and opportunities for information institutions, including public, academic, school, and special libraries. The need for librarians to help homeschool families become information and media literate is more important than ever. This collection of essays provides a range of approaches and strategies suggested by skilled professionals as well as veteran homeschool parents on how to best serve the diverse needs and learning experiences of homeschooled youth. It includes information on needs assessments for special needs students, gifted students, and African American students; advice on how to provide support for the families of homeschoolers; case studies; and information on new technologies that could benefit libraries and the homeschooler populations that they serve.

Author : Mary Grace Flaherty
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781538137062

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Great Library Events by Mary Grace Flaherty Pdf

Libraries and library staff are constantly in the process of expanding and adapting services in order to remain responsive to their varied user communities. As part of this trend, there is an increasing emphasis on providing a wide variety of programs and events; this service expansion has been met with broad enthusiasm by library users everywhere. Great Library Events: From Planning to Promotion to Evaluation, with its holistic approach to program provision, serves as an indispensable companion for anyone responsible for event or program planning in their organization. The guide moves through a program’s lifecycle, beginning with the initial steps of defining an event’s scope, ensuring inclusivity, and constructing measurable objectives. It follows with practical considerations such as finding funding, publicizing, assessing outcomes, reporting, and using data to keep the program cycle going. To support each of these steps, and to help ensure successful initiatives, practical examples, templates, and tools are provided throughout. While this book is aimed at library managers and programming staff, it will be helpful for anyone responsible for event or program planning in their organization, whether they are new to the task or seasoned professionals.

Author : Juan Denzer,Sharona Ginsberg
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 135 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2020-08-12
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781538131831

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Terrific Makerspace Projects by Juan Denzer,Sharona Ginsberg Pdf

Terrific Makerspace Projects: A Practical Guide for Librarians features fifteen customizable projects that were designed as projects created by librarians/makerspace facilitators, rather than projects in which librarians guided others (makerspace users). These projects were showcased during library events with the goal of promoting the makerspace, as well as other library services, while using them to build connections both within and external to the library. This book outlines maker projects in detail and provides plenty of photos and resources so readers can recreate, customize, and implement them. People at all skill levels in every type of makerspace will find something they can try, with projects that range from simple and low-tech to more complex and tech-heavy. Most projects are inexpensive, taking advantage of free online tools, upcycled or repurposed materials, and low cost electronics such as Arduinos. Each project can be approached as an offering for makerspace visitors or can be created by library employees themselves as tools to engage in outreach and promote the makerspace, library services, the institution, and more. Every project has been created and tested in a real library setting by the authors, who present lessons learned, possible variations, and different ideas on how to implement the projects to their fullest extent. Explore the idea of using the makerspace to highlight the value of other library services, or simply find new and fun ways to engage with your users. The book also offers suggestions on how to be a great maker, and tips on makerspace safety, finding low-cost materials, and more. Whether you’re just beginning your makerspace or looking for fresh ideas for your established space, this book has something to offer.

Author : Octavia-Luciana Madge
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2021-07-16
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030684662

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New Trends and Challenges in Information Science and Information Seeking Behaviour by Octavia-Luciana Madge Pdf

This book presents a series of recent studies that introduce current topics and novel concepts in the field of information science. Among the chapters are discussions of the contribution of information science to society in the dual context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Agenda 2030, some negative aspects of information behaviour, including criminal activities in the dark web and the hikikomori phenomenon, the hot issues of fake news and hate speech from a library and information science perspective, gamification in libraries, and the new concepts of ‘jamography’ and ‘disnormative information’. Intended for information specialists and researchers, librarians and library and information science students, the book analyses how people use information, what their information needs are and how these needs are satisfied in today’s digital world. The book can also serve as a useful reference for the education and training of students and specialists in library and information services.

Author : Dale Leorke,Danielle Wyatt
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2022-04-13
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781538164327

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The Library as Playground by Dale Leorke,Danielle Wyatt Pdf

This book examines the expanding impact of games and play on public libraries as manifested in their spaces, programs, design, and support for gamemaking communities. It reveals how the rise of play in public libraries is connected to a broader digital culture.

Author : Holland, Barbara Jane
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 574 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-06-25
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781799872597

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Handbook of Research on Knowledge and Organization Systems in Library and Information Science by Holland, Barbara Jane Pdf

Due to changes in the learning and research environment, changes in the behavior of library users, and unique global disruptions such as the COVID-19 pandemic, libraries have had to adapt and evolve to remain up-to-date and responsive to their users. Thus, libraries are adding new, digital resources and services while maintaining most of the old, traditional resources and services. New areas of research and inquiry in the field of library and information science explore the applications of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and other technologies to better serve and expand the library community. The Handbook of Research on Knowledge and Organization Systems in Library and Information Science examines new technologies and systems and their application and adoption within libraries. This handbook provides a global perspective on current and future trends concerning library and information science. Covering topics such as machine learning, library management, ICTs, blockchain technology, social media, and augmented reality, this book is essential for librarians, library directors, library technicians, media specialists, data specialists, catalogers, information resource officers, administrators, IT consultants and specialists, academicians, and students.

Author : Christopher DeCristofaro,James Hutter,Nick Tanzi
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020-01-08
Category : Education
ISBN : 9798216052555

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Best Technologies for Public Libraries by Christopher DeCristofaro,James Hutter,Nick Tanzi Pdf

Emerging technologies can intimidate with their cost and uncertainty—this book provides flexible options for adopting the most popular ones. Introducing new technologies to your library can be a daunting process; they can be costly, they may be unfamiliar to many staff members, and their success is far from assured. To address these concerns, Best Technologies for Public Libraries accommodates budgets large and small, providing options for both the ambitious and the cost-conscious. Authors Christopher DeCristofaro, James Hutter, and Nick Tanzi provide a resource for staff looking to incorporate a number of emerging technologies into their library and makerspaces. Each chapter explores a new technology, including 3D printing, drones, augmented reality, and virtual reality, covering how the technologies work, the selection process, training, sample programming, best practices, and relevant policy. By describing a variety of program and service ideas across age groups, the book gives readers the ability to first evaluate them within the context of their own organization before incorporating ideas à la carte. This approach helps readers to adopt these new technologies and create policies with uses already in mind.

Author : Scott Nicholson,Liz Cable
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2020-12-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781529755312

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Unlocking the Potential of Puzzle-based Learning by Scott Nicholson,Liz Cable Pdf

Discover the educational power of puzzle-based learning. Understand the principles of effective game design, the power of well-crafted narratives and how different game mechanics can support varied learning objectives. Applying escape room concepts to the classroom, this book offers practical advice on how to create immersive, collaborative learning experiences for your students without the need for expensive resources and tools. Packed with examples, including a full sample puzzle game for you to use with your students, this book is a primer for classroom teachers on designing robust learning activities using problem-solving principles.

Author : Christopher Edge
Publisher : Nosy Crow
Page : 155 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2022-02-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781788007955

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Escape Room by Christopher Edge Pdf

The latest mind-blowing novel from award-winning author Christopher Edge, Escape Room is a thrilling adventure that challenges readers to think about what they've done to save the world today. When twelve-year-old Ami arrives at The Escape, she thinks it's just a game - the ultimate escape room with puzzles and challenges to beat before time runs out. Meeting her teammates, Adjoa, Ibrahim, Oscar and Min, Ami learns from the Host that they have been chosen to save the world and they must work together to find the Answer. But as he locks them inside the first room, they quickly realise this is no ordinary game. From a cavernous library of dust to an ancient Mayan tomb, a deserted shopping mall stalked by extinct animals to the command module of a spaceship heading to Mars, the perils of The Escape seem endless. Can Ami and her friends find the Answer before it's too late? With cover illustration by David Dean. "A writer of genuine originality" - Guardian Check out these other brilliant books from Christopher Edge: - The Many Worlds of Albie Bright - The Jamie Drake Equation - The Infinite Lives of Maisy Day - - The Longest Night of Charlie Noon -

Author : Kenneth J. Varnum
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-03-04
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838918098

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Beyond Reality by Kenneth J. Varnum Pdf

A perfect introduction to the topic, this book will encourage libraries to look beyond their own reality and adapt the ideas inside.

Author : L.E. Hall
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2021-08-03
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781982140359

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Planning Your Escape by L.E. Hall Pdf

Never get stuck inside an escape room again, with this strategy guidebook to beating your favorite immersive interactive game—from a well-known game designer and puzzle enthusiast Chances are you have visited an escape room, whether for a birthday party, a corporate team-building exercise, or as a weekend excursion with your friends. But what does it take to maximize your chances of solving the puzzles, while ensuring everyone has a good time along the way? Planning Your Escape is the perfect guide to making sure you never get stuck in another escape room again. Game designer extraordinaire Laura Hall has all the best strategies for every room you might encounter, so your team can function like a well-oiled machine. This guide offers: -A history of puzzles and experiential entertainment, from the 4,000-year-old dexterity puzzles of Mohenjo-daro to the spectacle of immersive theater installations like Secret Cinema, Meow Wolf, and Sleep No More; -Different types of escape rooms, and solvable examples of the common puzzles they employ; -Common escape room player personality types, and how best to work with them; and -Advice for constructing your own escape rooms and puzzle hunts Bringing in a cast of experts, Planning Your Escape is the must-have strategy book for any escape room enthusiast, puzzle fan, and aspiring experience designer. Get ready to wow your friends and impress your co-workers with your new skills, and never enter a room you can’t get out of again!