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What are the current trending topics in school libraries? In this global feature, we share responses to the 2019 Softlink School Library Surveys and the 2020 Softlink COVID-19 Survey.
Responses to the annual Softlink School Library Surveys reveal that school library staff are innovators, change managers, and technology leaders.While it is true that advances in technology present a constantly changing and growing environment, in modern times there has perhaps been no more rapid a change than the sudden closure of schools in response to COVID-19.
This report provides an analysis of the 2019 EMEA School Library Survey including school library services, engagement and support, future trends, and funding.
The School Library Survey, conducted by Softlink on behalf of the school library sector, examines key trends and issues impacting school libraries. Points for analysis include annual school library budgets and staffing levels, as well as the use of digital devices and digital resources in school libraries.
In ‘Are you using Oliver to its full potential? (Part One)’ we looked at how Oliver could be used to keep track of school equipment. Part two covers suggestions for using Oliver to keep track of your school archival information.