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Digital Strategy and Citizenship

Programs in SA Public LibrariesAmelia Beatty, Project Officer, Public Library Services

Alison Hall, Digital Literacy and Programs Officer,

Campbelltown Public Library

August 2016

The future of public libraries lies in the value they create from the nexus of

people, place, knowledge andtechnology to create a platform forlearning, participation, creativity,

innovation and well-being.

• Enable easy and fast discovery and delivery of digital content

• Stretch the horizons of South Australians through access to existing and emerging digital technologies

• Ensure every South Australian has the digital access and skills needed to participate in the digital world

• Grow the digital skills for staff across the State, leveraging where possible from existing resources and providers

Digital Strategy

History of Technology: ICTs

Visualistan (2016) 15 Years of Tech, date accessed 24 August, 2016,http://www.visualistan.com/

Digital immigrantsThe generations born before the rise of technology

Digital nativesThe generations born during or after the rise of technology

Digital Technology in Everyday Life

Digital Citizenship

Digital citizenship is about confident and positive engagement with digital technology.

A digital citizen is a person with the skills and knowledge to effectively use digital technologies to participate in society, communicate with others and create and consume digital content.

Australian Government: Officer of the Children’s eSafety Commissioner (2016) Digital Citizenship, date accessed 24 August, 2016,https://www.esafety.gov.au/education-resources/classroom-resources/digital-citizenship-ms

What is Digital Literacy?Digital literacy is a developmental process that looks beyond functional Information Technology skills to describe a richer set of digital behaviours, practices and identities.

Formal and informal learningChange management and problem solvingCommunication and collaborationInformation and media literacySafetyDigital content creation

Jisk (2016) Developing Digital Literacies, date accessed 24 August, 2016,https://www.jisc.ac.uk/guides/developing-digital-literacies

Digital Literacy in SA Libraries

Variation of programs across the network

Basic Computer/website awarenessIntro to tablets (iPad/Android)EmailWord processingTouch typing

Intermediate Building on tablet knowledgePresentationGraphicsDesktop publishingWeb basedSocial media

‘Futures’ Robots3D printing

Future Directions• Instil a culture of lifelong learning through:

– Staff development

– Program delivery

• Engage with digital partners

Potential Partners

Future Directions• Instil a culture of lifelong learning through:

– Staff development

– Program delivery

• Engage with digital partners

• Advocate for digital citizenship

What’s Happening in Public Libraries?