Musa Jatta

MLS - Graduate student - Queens College, New York

[Musa Jatta @MusaJatta16]

I just signed this petition on OrganizeFor with @ColorOfChange. Will you join me? #O4 https://t.co/PG4APd5H70 via @ColorOfChange

[Musa Jatta @MusaJatta16]

@oooooopablo Word of mouth, flyers and posters are all effective

[Musa Jatta @MusaJatta16]

@Sharonsclass1 @reneereads @MichaelBuono @TheBeardedBook Yeah, I agree. Being a friend vs being simply friendly. Big differences exist here

[Sharon @Sharonsclass1]

@reneereads @MichaelBuono @TheBeardedBook I don't think we can ever be considered friends with our teen populations. However, we can be friendly and caring. We are in essence mentors, authority figures, and advocates and supporters of teens. #777f2017

[Musa Jatta @MusaJatta16]

@shericew8780 @TheBeardedBook You are not alone in that. I know some people who feel that way too. However, the reverse is the case for the teen librarian that I interviewed.

[reneereads @reneereads]

@MichaelBuono @TheBeardedBook It was wonderful to be with you all tonight! We're available for questions if you think of any after our chat! #777f2017

[Musa Jatta @MusaJatta16]

@reneereads @MichaelBuono @TheBeardedBook Thanks very much.

[Musa Jatta @MusaJatta16]

Thank you very much for your time. Well appreciated. Happy Thanksgiving!!!#777F2017

[Elizabeth Reardon @libraryelly]

Great, simple philosophy for dealing with teens (& just about anyone else) :) #777F2017 https://t.co/ncbzm9lJN1

[Musa Jatta @MusaJatta16]

@eileen_fusco @MichaelBuono @TheBeardedBook @reneereads Eileen, I think there is a class coming up in the spring about "gaming in libraries" to be taught by professor Buono, I suggest taking it. It should be interesting and quite helpful.

[The Bearded Derek @TheBeardedBook]

@libraryelly @reneereads @MichaelBuono Many time they are looking for numbers (how many attended?), but be sure to sneak in the story of how this program helped the teen in their life or helped prepare them for their future #777F2017 Even when they don't ask, tell them!

[reneereads @reneereads]

@allison_wong13 @MichaelBuono @TheBeardedBook They are very, very, different on some levels. But, the basic ideas are the same. Good customer service, knowing your community and providing the resources they need #777f2017

[Musa Jatta @MusaJatta16]

How do you balance focusing on numbers for program success to secure funding and just on the greater good of the program that may be attracting low numbers? #777f2017

[The Bearded Derek @TheBeardedBook]

@MichaelBuono @reneereads A8: You want to build your resume up that way you have some library centered experience on there plus joining something like @yalsa has you staying on top of trends in the field. #777F2017

[The Bearded Derek @TheBeardedBook]

@MichaelBuono @reneereads A8: Get involved as early as possible. I took advantage of student rates for @ALALibrary and @yalsa immediately. Apply to be on a virtual committee - you don’t have to travel, but can still be active in the profession. #777f2017

[Allison Wong @allison_wong13]

@reneereads @MichaelBuono @TheBeardedBook Yes! A program's success shouldn't be determined by numbers; it should be determined by the greater good done for the community--which is not always easily measurable. #777F2017

[reneereads @reneereads]

@MichaelBuono @TheBeardedBook A7: Understanding the WHY we do programs for teens, not just the WHAT kind of programs we do is impt. What is the goal of your programs? Sure some should be fun. But, we are one of the largest providers of out-of-school learning - or informal learning #777f2017

[The Bearded Derek @TheBeardedBook]

@KathJmnz25 When working with your teens be sure to show off the good work that they are doing in the library: through your Teen Advisory Board, your community service opportunities, or if they are participating in a Book Buddies program. #777F2017

[reneereads @reneereads]

@MichaelBuono @TheBeardedBook A7: YALSA has just released a new teen services competency document 4 library staff. It outlines the skills all library staff need to effectively serve teens. download both the full document and the Competencies at a Glance for free at: https://t.co/IXseEbQ3a0
@yalsa #777f2017

[Musa Jatta @MusaJatta16]

@reneereads @TheBeardedBook @MichaelBuono How do you find the necessity to advocate for every library staff that have contact with the public have some level of training in dealing with teens?