Determining the Problem

Problems and Reframes

Problem #1: The current use of the library for book exchanges by classes all day, limits teachers to be able to use the space for ADST activities or makerspace with their class.

Reframe: The current scheduling for book exchanges is hindering students from accessing the space to engage with technology and the ADST curriculum.




Problem #2: There is a lack of materials to support makerspace and ADST that teachers do not feel the library supports student learning in this area. 

Reframe: Lack of adequate materials hinders students' ability to design and create. 




The problem/reframe that I would focus on first as a Teacher Librarian would be the first one, because even if the library were equipped with a fantastic makerspace, if teachers were not able to bring their classes in to access it, it wouldn't achieve its intended purpose. First, I would combine classes to do their book exchanges to free up time in the library that I could facilitate teachers bringing their classes to engage with the books and technology in a way that fits what they are learning. In time, I would aim to add more makerspace materials to allow students to design and create. 


Design Challenge Statement:

Craft a library schedule that reduces designated book exchange times to allow for teachers to bring their class to use the library space for design projects aligned with the ADST curriculum for RC Garnett Elementary.


References:

Rendina, D. (2016, April 22). How to identify and reframe design problems in your library space . Knowledge Quest. Retrieved April 28, 2023, from https://knowledgequest.aasl.org/identify-reframe-design-problems-library-space/

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