Displays in the library

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Last updated 28-Jan-2011

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© R. Cain		Displays are an integral part of any school activity or situation and are well suited to the library resource centre environment due to the availability (in most cases) of both space and resources. A good display is the result of careful thought and planning. Why have displays? Displays can: develop understandings of curriculum or learning area content inform and explain enhance the appearance of the LRC and create an atmosphere conducive to learning publicise resources motivate users highlight school and community activities provide a showplace for students' work
		Helpful Text : Rethink! : ideas for inspiring school library design / edited by Susan La Marca ; featured section by Kevin Hennah. Published by the School Library Association of Victoria. ISBN 978 09099 7834 1 Looks at why school libraries need careful planning and attention to maximise both use and educational values. Ideas on how to decide on signage and furniture placement. There are 12 case studies of school libraries from around Victoria, including primary, secondary, state, Catholic and independent schools.