Contemplative Pedagogy Interest Group

Charge

To explore the concepts of contemplative pedagogy and mindfulness in librarianship through integrating contemplative modes and practices into library instruction and research life, identifying positive outcomes to this style of teaching, and designing library spaces and services that support reflection, interfaith meditation and prayer, mindfulness, and other contemplative practices.

Roster

Sarah Parramore (Convener, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Ms. Paulina Rousseau (Incoming Convener, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Sharon Ladenson (Past-Chair, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Lauren Carlton (Staff Liaison, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)
Aleah Price (Staff Liaison, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024)

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Resources

ALA Connect Community

Contemplative Pedagogy IG Discussion List
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Composition

Interest Group membership is comprised of members in the ALA Connect space. Join the space above to join the group.

Origin

The Contemplative Pedagogy Interest Group was established by the ACRL Board of Directors at the 2016 ALA Annual Conference. The next renewal date for this interest group is the 2025 ALA Annual Conference.

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Staff Liaison

Aleah Price
Program Coordinator
Association of College & Research Libraries
American Library Association
E-mail: aprice@ala.org