Australia hosts international library symposium

The inaugural International Library Symposium will be held from 28-30 September 2014 at The Southport School, Gold Coast, Australia. This event is proudly supported by the Queensland School Library Association. Registration is now open at:  www.thesouthportschool.com/ils<http://www.thesouthportschool.com/ils>
Preliminary Program is available at:  http://goo.gl/cshxys

Library professionals, academics, researchers, authors, teachers and students with an interest in discussing and learning more about the vital role libraries play in schools and the broader community will gather to attend the inaugural International Library Symposium on Queensland’s Gold Coast. This event will provide delegates with a wonderful opportunity to exchange ideas, share and understand common ground, and hear presentations from an impressive range of nationally and internationally renowned keynote speakers.

Symposium Theme: Embracing New Landscapes The library profession is one of the most dynamic components of modern education. As libraries have been (and continue to be) at the forefront of resource development and management, those involved are constantly needing to ‘up-grade’. With the launch of each new ICT resource a new ‘learning landscape’ is created and educators need to keep abreast of these advances so they may provide the very best services for their clients. Maintaining a solid foundation of accessible and cutting-edge learning and teaching resources within the educational sector is vital for continuing ‘best practice’ within the library profession.

Symposium Structure: The International Library Symposium will feature a series of keynote presentations from nationally and internationally recognised social commentators, authors, creators and educators. The program includes extensive networking opportunities for delegates, a range of social events and a Trade Exhibition.