Learning Commons
What is a Learning Commons?
A Learning Commons is a library embracing 21st Century Skills. It's a physical and virtual space that allows students to be engaged and deepen their learning by critically thinking, problem-solving, collaborating, innovating and communicating. The goal is to broaden student learning beyond the classroom and community. For more information, visit the Alberta Education website.
Librarians
- Ms. Dinan
Library Catalogue (Destiny Discover)
How to access:
- Click here.
- Select 'Alberta' under 'Location.'
- Enter the school name.
- Click the 'Red Deer Google' box to sign in with your Google account.
Virtual Learning Commons
Want to see more of your Learning Commons? Access the Virtual Learning Commons here.
Holds
What's Offered
Services
- Resource (books, calculators, chromebooks, etc.) checkouts
- Research tutorials
- Writing and citation help
- Reader's advisory and book lists
- 3D printing and design help
- Design software help
- Colouring table
Programs & Clubs
- TBA
Technology
- 3D printer
- Chromebooks
- Design Centre
- Desktop computers
- TV screens for collaboration
Resources
Online Information Access Libguide: A guide to online academic databases for research-related papers and projects.
Citation Libguide: A guide to APA, MLA and Chicago citation styles.
Genrefication
Our fiction books are now organized on the shelves by their genre:
Action & Adventure
- Espionage, sports, superheroes, adventures around the world, and more.
Adversity & Overcoming
- Mental and physical health, grief, trauma, death, social and political topics (such as racism, sexism, immigration, etc.), and more.
Fantasy & Supernatural
- High and low fantasy and stories about supernatural creatures such as werewolves, vampires, ghosts, etc.
Historical & War Fiction
- History stories, classics, stories about worlds all over the world, and more.
Mystery & Horror
- Crime, detectives, the unknown, monsters, and more.
Relationships & Identity
- Romantic relationships, friendships, interpersonal relationships, and discovering one's self.
Sci-Fi & Dystopian
- Space, advanced technology, dystopian and post-apocalypse.