Empowering 21st Century Learners
With
the advent of digital technologies, social networks, mobile devices, and global
communities, students are exposed to an unprecedented amount of content that is
constantly available at their fingertips. Today’s students will graduate into a
global economy that demands mastery of information and media literacies; where collaboration, critical
thinking, problem solving, innovation, and creativity are a necessity.
As the hub of information and communication technologies, the Paulus Library supports 21st century teaching and learning. Ranney School recognizes that the library of the future must evolve beyond being just a place to access information; the needs of today’s students and teachers demand that the library become a “learning commons”—a space where students learn to access, evaluate, manage, and use all forms of information and media to create, produce, and share their knowledge; a place where students engage with literature and information using current and emerging digital media tools. With access to a 21st century learning space and instructional support, Ranney students develop the skills to become accomplished independent information seekers, users, and producers who are able to demonstrate and share their knowledge using an array of digital media and communication skills. |
Paulus Library Mission
In partnership with teachers, the Paulus Library media program empowers
learners to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers,
and ethical users and producers of information.
Through access to diverse media and resources, guidance through the inquiry research process,
and participation in dynamic media and literacy programs, learners utilize 21st century technologies
to develop and demonstrate the ability to inquire, think critically, and gain deep knowledge
of curriculum topics and personal interests, enabling them to be successful and independent
learners - in school and beyond.
learners to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers,
and ethical users and producers of information.
Through access to diverse media and resources, guidance through the inquiry research process,
and participation in dynamic media and literacy programs, learners utilize 21st century technologies
to develop and demonstrate the ability to inquire, think critically, and gain deep knowledge
of curriculum topics and personal interests, enabling them to be successful and independent
learners - in school and beyond.