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OverviewThis inspiring guide shows how to implement the principles of the Slow Book movement in college campus libraries as well as public and high school libraries, with the ultimate goals of encouraging pensive reading habits and creating a lifelong enjoyment of books. In a world of constant Facebook posts and Tweets, digital distractions and online reading habits are wearing at students' ability to focus, reflect, synthesize, and think deeply. This professional text, based on a concept introduced by Maura Kelly in the online edition of The Atlantic, delves into the trend toward contemplative reading—otherwise known as the Slow Book movement—explaining what it is, why it's important, and how you can implement it in various ways and in multiple settings. Author and librarian Meagan Lacy, along with contributions from others in the field, offers insights, advice, and practical tools to help you foster an appreciation of reading in students both during and after college. The first part of the book establishes the importance of the Slow Book movement, while the second and third sections combine case studies and guidance for employing the principles of this method across multiple genres, including fiction, nonfiction, classics, and contemporary works. Chapters build a rationale for the approach, describe its underlying philosophy, and articulate concrete ways to apply the methodology in different venues. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Meagan LacyPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Imprint: Libraries Unlimited Inc Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 0.312kg ISBN: 9781610697156ISBN 10: 1610697154 Pages: 172 Publication Date: 24 September 2014 Recommended Age: From 7 to 17 years Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Professional & Vocational , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsReviewsThis title is a worthy purchase for every library. It is also a call to action and greater participation. - Technical Services Quarterly """This title is a worthy purchase for every library. It is also a call to action and greater participation."" - Technical Services Quarterly" Author InformationMeagan Lacy is the information literacy librarian at Guttman Community College at The City University of New York. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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