Abstract
This issue's New and Noteworthy column summarizes recent publications on design thinking, an iterative and collaborative problem-solving methodology finding applications in public, school, academic, and other library settings.
Highlights
Shank.[1] The authors emphasize development of a “blended librarian” skill set that emphasizes active collaboration with faculty and researchers, a focus on instructional design and technology, and the application of design thinking principles to develop library services (academic library services in particular)
A later chapter devoted to the authors’ “Blended Librarians Online Learning Community” has not aged quite as well over the past few years; the current online community appears to be the site of less activity recently
The intention of the resulting Toolkit is to provide “reading and workshop materials for library staffers that change the perception of the typical library,” and is an attractively designed and well-organized introduction to design thinking with a focus on library programs, services, space, and systems
Summary
Shank.[1] The authors emphasize development of a “blended librarian” skill set that emphasizes active collaboration with faculty and researchers, a focus on instructional design and technology, and the application of design thinking principles to develop library services (academic library services in particular).
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