Sep 27, 2023
Dr. Zachary Stier stops by the show to talk about the
transformative power of public libraries and their significance as
hubs of informal learning. Dr. Stier passionately delves into the
symbiotic relationship between libraries and schools, emphasizing
the collaborative efforts that bolster student growth. As schools
grapple with the decision to retain or reinvent their libraries,
Dr. Stier champions the irreplaceable value of these spaces as
sanctuaries of exploration, play, and dialogue.
Dr. Zachary Stier has been the transformative
director of Children's Services at Ericson Public Library in Boone,
Iowa since 2011, introducing initiatives like NASA@My Library and
the equity project, Activating Community Voices. He founded
consultancy firm Mr. Z and Company, LLC and is an adjunct lecturer
at the University of Illinois Champaign iSchool, where he developed
a course on Early Literacy and Public Library Partnerships. Dr.
Stier is also involved with the Fred Rogers Institute program and
serves on various state and national boards. Holding multiple
degrees, he's a published author and a recognized leader in early
childhood education and library services.
Zachary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrzandcompany/
Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com.
Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Find out more about Kevin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinstoller/
For more episodes of the Better Learning Podcast, visit https://www.betterlearningpodcast.com/
Who made this episode possible?
Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/
Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/
Second Class Foundation - https://www.secondclassfoundation.org/