Blog Reflection 2

Blog Reflection 2

This course has given new perspective and appreciation for libraries. It funny to think back when I first started using the library system as a grade school student and compare it to the technology of the library today. I remember the old card catalog to check-in and check-out books. Even now the circulation desk staff role is becoming more limited with new technology like self-checkout kiosks emerging in public libraries. I remember spending hours just using the microfilm machine to look up newspaper articles for homework assignments. I remember laughing at how cheap sales ads were for food, clothes and transportation. With the Internet people can now find instant information; but it sad to say we lose a sense of history because the Internet is so current and easy to use.

I love going to the library and I believe it should be the focus point of every community. With the rising budget deficit in California our public libraries are being targeted, especially in middle class or inner city neighborhoods. These libraries’ doors are closing we are losing a valuable resource in our communities and our children will be hurt the most by these actions. The Internet is a good resource to have in your home, but not everyone can afford the Internet so they use the library. The library offers many valuable resources such as homework help, literacy programs, story time and arts & crafts. Along with its general materials such books, periodicals, computers DVDs and CDs for public usage.

The library plays a major role in my life as a library assistant and an overseer of a school library. I try to take the knowledge, skills and resources I learn and incorporate it my work place. I believe students and teachers can benefit from the new technological services of the library.