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DEVELOPMENT OF THE LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRE. HARTSHEAD SPORTS COLLEGE ROSEMARY ANDREWS B.A.(HONS) LRC MANAGER. 1970’S AND 1980’S. Small Classroom in English Dept Run by a teacher Limited stock Limited opening hours Low priority. 2000 Onwards. Moved premises Large dedicated area
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DEVELOPMENT OF THE LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRE HARTSHEAD SPORTS COLLEGE ROSEMARY ANDREWS B.A.(HONS) LRC MANAGER
1970’S AND 1980’S • Small Classroom in English Dept • Run by a teacher • Limited stock • Limited opening hours • Low priority
2000 Onwards • Moved premises • Large dedicated area • Qualified librarian • Stock increased • Computers introduced • LMS introduced (ALICE) • Extended opening hours • Outreach work commenced
Further Developments…. • Policies introduced • Re-named LRC • Becoming more central to school • LRC extended • Small careers library established
2003 Onwards • Reader development • ICT literacy • Partnerships • More outreach • Regular competitions • Involvement- staff & pupils • Computer Suite
Reader Developments • Book Bags • Face on displays • Stepping Stones • Reading Rollercoaster • Book writing • Paired Reading • Competitions • Literacy Club
Pupil ownership-displays of work Open long hours Colour printers/scanner Careers Consultations Outreach Communication with all staff Good stock Up to date Reference section Whole school Involvement Accessibility Tips That Work Here!
And finally……………. • Never be afraid to try new things • Involve every department • Involve yourself in school life • Be approachable- get out of the LRC! • Be assertive • Evolve • Forge partnerships.