Identifying Key Factors in Library–School Partnerships to Deliver a Family Literacy Programme in Western Australia

IF 0.8 4区 管理学 Q3 INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE Libri-International Journal of Libraries and Information Studies Pub Date : 2021-05-20 DOI:10.1515/libri-2020-0091
C. Barratt-Pugh, H. Sparrow, Nola Allen
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Abstract Research indicates that partnerships between libraries and schools have potential to enhance early literacy. However, few studies have investigated the nature and outcomes of such collaborations. This paper reports on the findings from a qualitative study of a partnership between librarians and kindergarten teachers to implement a family literacy programme, developed by the State Library of Western Australia. The programme aims to facilitate connections between libraries, families and schools, to support early literacy. Using an interpretive paradigm, interviews were undertaken with 38 participants including State, branch, local and school librarians, kindergarten teachers and school principals in seven schools, to explore the effectiveness of the partnership model. The partnerships were highly valued, and participants reported confidence in the success of the co-operative model of programme delivery. However, there was little evidence of deep engagement across service sectors or sharing of expertise and resources. Four key factors that influenced the development and sustainability of partnerships are identified and discussed. Implications of the research are identified, which include the development of a library–school partnership framework and a literacy-text messaging programme. We conclude by suggesting that the partnership model could be replicated across other countries, maximising opportunities for cost efficiency while supporting better outcomes for families and children.
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确定图书馆-学校合作伙伴关系的关键因素,以提供西澳大利亚州的家庭扫盲计划
摘要研究表明,图书馆和学校之间的伙伴关系有可能提高早期识字率。然而,很少有研究调查这种合作的性质和结果。本文报告了西澳大利亚州图书馆为实施家庭扫盲计划而对图书馆员和幼儿园教师之间的伙伴关系进行的一项定性研究的结果。该方案旨在促进图书馆、家庭和学校之间的联系,以支持早期识字。采用解释范式,对38名参与者进行了访谈,其中包括7所学校的州、分支机构、地方和学校图书馆员、幼儿园教师和校长,以探讨伙伴关系模式的有效性。伙伴关系受到高度重视,与会者报告说对方案交付合作模式的成功充满信心。然而,几乎没有证据表明服务部门之间有深入的参与或共享专业知识和资源。确定并讨论了影响伙伴关系发展和可持续性的四个关键因素。确定了研究的意义,其中包括制定图书馆-学校合作框架和扫盲短信计划。最后,我们建议,伙伴关系模式可以在其他国家推广,最大限度地提高成本效益,同时为家庭和儿童带来更好的结果。
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期刊介绍: Libri, International Journal of Libraries and Information Services, investigates the functions of libraries and information services from both a historical and present-day perspective and analyses the role of information in cultural, organizational, national and international developments. The periodical reports on current trends in librarianship worldwide and describes the transformation of libraries and information services resulting from the introduction of new information technologies and working methods. Background information and the latest research findings in librarianship and information science are made accessible to experts and a broader public. Articles are in English and conform to the highest academic standards.
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