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What is a critical requirement for entrance doors in a children's library?
What is a critical requirement for entrance doors in a children's library?
What type of information should be supplied to inform the community about children's library programs?
What type of information should be supplied to inform the community about children's library programs?
Which age group is included in the target audience for the children's library?
Which age group is included in the target audience for the children's library?
What kind of software and hardware must be provided in the children's library?
What kind of software and hardware must be provided in the children's library?
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Co-operation with other institutions is necessary for what main purpose?
Co-operation with other institutions is necessary for what main purpose?
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What should staff in the children’s area be especially alert to?
What should staff in the children’s area be especially alert to?
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How should the library budget account for children's access to the internet?
How should the library budget account for children's access to the internet?
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What type of materials is a popular children's library expected to lend more of?
What type of materials is a popular children's library expected to lend more of?
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Who was recognized as the first children's librarian at the Hartford Children's Library?
Who was recognized as the first children's librarian at the Hartford Children's Library?
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What was a significant contribution of Anne Carroll Moore to children's services in libraries?
What was a significant contribution of Anne Carroll Moore to children's services in libraries?
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What year was the Young Adult Services Division (YASD) established by the ALA?
What year was the Young Adult Services Division (YASD) established by the ALA?
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What magazine became a vital tool for educators and librarians regarding children's literature from 1924?
What magazine became a vital tool for educators and librarians regarding children's literature from 1924?
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Which organization’s section was established in 1906 to focus on children's librarians?
Which organization’s section was established in 1906 to focus on children's librarians?
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What aspect of services did Sarah S. Eddy focus on when engaging with young patrons?
What aspect of services did Sarah S. Eddy focus on when engaging with young patrons?
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In what year was the Young Adults Library Services Association (YALSA) formed as a new name for the existing division?
In what year was the Young Adults Library Services Association (YALSA) formed as a new name for the existing division?
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Which historical publication included a retelling of the folktale of the Monkey and the Tortoise?
Which historical publication included a retelling of the folktale of the Monkey and the Tortoise?
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What is the primary focus of psychoanalytic theory?
What is the primary focus of psychoanalytic theory?
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Which component of the psyche is responsible for rational decision-making?
Which component of the psyche is responsible for rational decision-making?
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During which stage do children primarily engage with the world through their senses and motor actions?
During which stage do children primarily engage with the world through their senses and motor actions?
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What are the stages of personality development in psychoanalytic theory referred to as?
What are the stages of personality development in psychoanalytic theory referred to as?
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What is a characteristic of the superego in psychoanalytic theory?
What is a characteristic of the superego in psychoanalytic theory?
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According to psychoanalytic theory, what happens when the id is in charge?
According to psychoanalytic theory, what happens when the id is in charge?
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What does the preoperational stage signify in a child's cognitive development?
What does the preoperational stage signify in a child's cognitive development?
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What is the function of free associations in psychoanalysis?
What is the function of free associations in psychoanalysis?
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What is developed during the concrete operational stage of cognitive development?
What is developed during the concrete operational stage of cognitive development?
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What does Erik Erikson's theory suggest about each stage of life?
What does Erik Erikson's theory suggest about each stage of life?
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What is a key feature of Formal Operations in cognitive development?
What is a key feature of Formal Operations in cognitive development?
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What does Bronfenbrenner's Bioecological Theory emphasize?
What does Bronfenbrenner's Bioecological Theory emphasize?
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In Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development, which reasoning stage is likely associated with adults?
In Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development, which reasoning stage is likely associated with adults?
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What aspect of personality does the Psychosexual Theory focus on?
What aspect of personality does the Psychosexual Theory focus on?
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Which of these best describes 'Classic' materials for children?
Which of these best describes 'Classic' materials for children?
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What cognitive change occurs during the transition to the Formal Operations stage?
What cognitive change occurs during the transition to the Formal Operations stage?
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What is a primary criticism of censorship related to freedom of speech?
What is a primary criticism of censorship related to freedom of speech?
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Which of the following best describes self-censorship?
Which of the following best describes self-censorship?
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How does censoring content aimed at minors impact their development?
How does censoring content aimed at minors impact their development?
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What role can censorship play in shaping public perception?
What role can censorship play in shaping public perception?
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What is one potential benefit of regulating content through censorship?
What is one potential benefit of regulating content through censorship?
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Which of the following is NOT a category of censorship mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a category of censorship mentioned?
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In what way can censorship influence political outcomes?
In what way can censorship influence political outcomes?
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Which of these outcomes is a risk associated with censorship?
Which of these outcomes is a risk associated with censorship?
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Study Notes
Library Accessibility
- Libraries should provide accessible facilities for people with disabilities, including children and those with pushchairs. This includes entrances, restrooms, and play areas.
- Libraries should prioritize child safety, with dedicated children's areas supervised by staff.
- Children's libraries need to be safe, welcoming and stimulating spaces for children to play, learn, and explore.
- Libraries should offer diverse resources for children, including books, multimedia workstations, and internet access.
- All library departments should have adequate IT facilities including OPACs and internet stations.
- Staff should be trained to provide reference and information assistance to children.
- Libraries must plan for and obtain budgets to support children's programs and resources.
Children's Library Programs
- Libraries should inform the community about children's programs via various means such as bulletins, posters, leaflets, booklists, bookmarks, newspapers, radio, television, newsletters, and the internet.
- Different types of books and resources are necessary for children of various ages, including babies, toddlers, preschool children, elementary school children (ages 5-10), and older children (ages 11-14).
- Popular children's libraries lend more fiction than information materials.
- Budgets should account for costs associated with computers, guest speakers, and performers.
History of Children's Libraries
- The Children's Section of the American Library Association (ALA) was founded in 1900.
- The Hartford Children's Library was established in 1904, featuring one of the nation's earliest children's rooms and appointed Sarah S. Eddy as the first children's librarian.
- The Children's Librarians Section of the ALA formed in 1906
- Anne Carroll Moore made significant contributions to policies and designs for children's services and areas within libraries.
- In the 1950s, libraries began producing expert information on serving youth.
- The Horn Book Magazine, established in 1924, provides educators and librarians with reviews and discussions of high-caliber children's literature.
- In 1957, the Young Adult Services Division (YASD) of the ALA was established.
- The YASD was renamed the Young Adults Library Services Association (YALSA) in 1992.
- Libraries are actively working to offer diverse literature that is relevant to diverse young audiences.
- Teenagers need programs that differ from those typically provided to older and younger patrons.
- In the late 20th century, libraries recognized the importance of inclusivity and diversity.
- Libraries are now actively seeking recommendations and input from young people on what materials should be included in the collection.
Filipino Folklore
- Jose Rizal published "Specimens of Tagalog Folklore" in May 1889 in Trubner's Oriental Record.
- The publication contained Tagalog proverbs, puzzles, and verses in both Tagalog and English.
- In July 1889, Rizal published a retelling of the folktale of the Monkey and the Tortoise in Trubner's Oriental Record with his own illustrations.
Psychoanalytic Theory
- Psychoanalytic Theory focuses on unconscious conflicts and motivations from early childhood that influence adult behavior and personality.
- Psychoanalytic Method: Based on free association, dreams, and fantasies of the patient.
- Psychosexual Stages of Development: A series of stages in childhood where pleasure comes from different parts of the body (erogenous zones).
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Theory of Personality:
- Id: Instincts and impulses in the unconscious.
- Ego: The rational part of the psyche that mediates between the id and the superego.
- Superego: The moral component of the psyche that represents internalized societal values.
Cognitive Development
- Jean Piaget made significant contributions to understanding children's cognitive development.
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Theory of Cognitive Development:
- Sensori-motor (birth –2 years): Children learn through senses and motor activities.
- Preoperational (~2-7 years): Children develop language, imagination, and basic numerical abilities.
- Concrete operational (~7-11 years): Children develop abstract reasoning abilities and generalization skills.
- Formal operations (~12-15 years): Children can think hypothetically, test hypotheses, and organize information.
Bioecological Theory of Development
- Urie Bronfenbrenner's Bioecological Theory emphasizes the role of biological and ecological factors in human development.
Moral Development
- Lawrence Kohlberg focused on moral reasoning and its development.
- Theory of Moral Development: Examines how children develop moral reasoning skills.
Types of Library Reading Materials for Children
- Classic: A body of works designed to entertain or instruct young people.
- Young Adult Literature: Aimed at readers between the ages of 12 and 18. Addresses themes relevant to adolescence such as identity, relationships, self-discovery, and emotional growth.
Censorship
- Censorship involves withholding, destroying, altering, or using selective information. It can also involve self-censorship.
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Two Main Categories of Censorship:
- Direct Censorship: Withholding, destroying, altering, or using selective information.
- Self-Censorship: Individuals or institutions limit themselves from expressing certain opinions or ideas.
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Arguments for Censorship:
- Maintaining Social Order: Regulating content that could incite unrest, violence or disruptive behaviors.
- Protecting Children from Harmful Content: Shielding minors from potentially harmful content.
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Arguments Against Censorship:
- Infringes on Freedom of Speech: Limits individuals' rights to express opinions and engage in open dialogue.
- Limits Access to Information: Restricts access to a broad spectrum of information.
- Can Be Used as a Tool for Propaganda.
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This quiz explores the important aspects of library accessibility for children and individuals with disabilities. It covers the necessity for safe environments, diverse resources, and well-trained staff to support children's learning and exploration. Delve into how libraries can effectively inform the community about their children's programs.
