Linda W. Braun

Shannon Peterson

In this collection of essays, staff working directly with teens explore ideas, services and programs that continue to evolve within their libraries. The challenges revealed emphasize the fact that neglecting teen library services risks a future in which libraries themselves are no longer valuable to the community and the potential advocates which todays teenagers will someday become.

A Road Map

Putting Teens First in Library Services

"Instead of creating programs for teens, author and YA/technology advocate Linda Braun advocates working with teens to create library technology-related projects for them - and others. Technically Involved outlines some proven ideas to invite participation and channel teen interest in technology, giving teens an opportunity to serve their community." "Explaining how and why to integrate technology into youth participation projects, Braun illustrates how libraries can open up possibilities for teens to initiate and develop activities on their own. Specific program suggestions and appendixes provide details to involve teens at every step of the process and identify activities that meet teens' developmental needs. Filled with success stories, examples, and a wealth of potential teen-library technology programs, Technically Involved gives librarians a proactive tool for harnessing teen energy with technology for the library."--BOOK JACKET.

Technology-Based Youth Participation Activities for Your Library

Technically Involved

Young Adult Library Services Association

Hillias Jack Martin

Connie Urquhart

Looks at the challenges that young adult librarians face, covering such topics as collection development, activity programs, and information technology trends.

Taking and Managing Risks in Library Services for Teens

Risky Business

Examines technologies used by teenagers including blogs, Wikis, podcasts, and IM (instant messaging), and describes how teachers can incorporate these technologies into their curriculums to facilitate the development of literacy skills.

Linda W. Braun

Books

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