Controversy
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Enhance Learning
Teach: Read, explore, create! “The graphic novel is no longer just a format suitable to learn about. It is also starting to be used as a tool to educate.” (Karp 34) Enhance students' multimedia literacy skills For Example:
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ALA Position
Traditionally…Libraries did not support inclusion of comics or graphic novels in collections – Were seen as providers of “legitimate” and valuable reading material Today…ALA actively encourages and supports inclusion of graphic novels in collections YALSA Great Graphic Novels for Teens list Assistance with graphic novel challenges Graphic novels professional tips wiki Graphic novels on-line community/Connect site Comic Book and Graphic Novel Member Initiative Group |
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Presented by: Lauren Blanford, Margaret Janavicius, & Kirsten Rusinak
Dominican University LIS: 722 Library Materials for Young Adults Spring 2012.