Personal, portable, multifunction-devices and school libraries

Abstract

To maximise learning value from one-to-one programs in schools, computing devices need to be personal, portable and multifunctional. It is likely that shared devices will not be as effective. The increased access provided by one-to-one devices creates great opportunities for school librarians to support their school technology directions and to implement 21st century information literacy and reading promotion programs. Increased access will mean greater utilisation and demand for online resources. The key factor in the success of one-to-one programs is teacher implementation of appropriate pedagogies. Teacher-librarians have the chance to provide leadership in pedagogies that most effectively utilise these devices to improve learning outcomes.