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October 2, 2009 at 10:50 am by: Terri Gipson

Museums, libraries, and 21st-century skills: new tools from IMLS

Two publications of note to the ISE field are available online from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, a U.S. federal agency:

The Future of Museums and Libraries: A Discussion Guide encourages conversations that will help institutions make strategic decisions in their future planning. Based on an exchange held last year at the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, this booklet poses discussion questions on the impact of economic, social, political, and technological changes on community needs.

Museums, Libraries and 21st Century Skills helps museum and library leaders envision their role in providing lifelong learning experiences that develop skills needed to compete in a global economy—skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, entrepreneurship, and creativity. The report includes a self-assessment tool to help with planning (also available as an online questionnaire).

You can download these publications here.

Find out more from "Museums and 21st Century Skills," a session at the ASTC Annual Conference, Fort Worth, Tuesday, November 3, 10:45-12 noon.

17/2-12 at 10.13 by: Nurul ( nospam@Nurul )

Dear Jason,I am peesald and very proud of your excellent performance as Director of the Museum of Osteopathic Medicine. The receipt of the ISLM grant of $142,776 is magnificient testimony to the skill and expertise that you have shown during your time at the Museum.I remember ever so clearly Matsie's and my visit to KCOM and the Museum about three years ago. Your personal attention and time with us was so much appreciated.We thank you again and commend you on this personal triumph and the international recognition that your efforts have accomplished for you and ATSU/KCOM.Please extend our Good Wishes to your wife, Lori. and your family.Sincerely,Robert J Kromer D.O./Matsie YostPS: We hope that you have successfully completed the rehab of your beautiful brick country home and are enjoying it's comfort and charm to the fullest. B & M

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