Waterford

APRIL 12, 2023

Libraries can be powerful tools—in your classroom, school, and community—to encourage a love of reading and engage students in learning. Read on to learn about the benefits of classroom libraries and how to build and organize your own. Read-Alouds Use books from your classroom library in read-alouds as much as possible.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Carolyn Foote on episode 578 of the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Many schools are reimagining the learning spaces that some call libraries or media centers. As you plan your school’s strategy, you’ll want to have conversations about this show.

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Digital Promise

MAY 25, 2021

Participants are encouraged to sign up as discussion facilitators, drawing from their own experience and expertise to lead a session they are passionate about. Go to Edcamp Library Promise to register to join us on June 16 and learn more about this exciting event! This makes for a highly personalized day of learning!

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

K–12's Digital Transformation Is Giving Libraries a Modern Makeover. Today’s school libraries are being reinvented. No longer just a haven for dusty books and stern shushes, the library is now a place for digital resources and makerspaces and flexible learning. Student Feedback Can Be Helpful for Library Design.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 9, 2018

How to Implement Library Makerspaces in STEM Programs. For Laura Fleming, library media specialist at New Milford High School in New Jersey, a library makerspace is a unique learning environment that encourages tinkering, play and open-ended exploration for all. Understand the Needs of Students in a Library Makerspace Project.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 15, 2019

Today, media specialist Amanda Johnson talks about the massive success of some new sections she added to the library last summer and how she’s going to improve her library even more this summer. Scroll down for some super cool pics of her library) SmartBrief Keeping up with the news is challenging.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 18, 2023

Albrecht in our " Library Service, Safety, & Security " section of Library 2.0 : " Circulating Ideas Podcast Interview with Dr. Albrecht about the Safe Library." Dr. Albrecht's twice-monthly Library 2.0 In 2015, the ALA published his book, Library Security: Better Communication, Safer Facilities.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 15, 2024

We've just posted a set of video resources by Dr. Steve Albrecht as part of our " The Safe Library " section of Library 2.0 : " The Layla Videos: Learning More About Library Service, Safety, and Security From the Bestest Beagle Ever." Dr. Albrecht's twice-monthly Library 2.0

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Edsurge

AUGUST 18, 2020

As we head into this next school year, teachers, administrators, and districts have brought their best game plan—solid online curriculum, resources to support that learning, training for teachers in online platforms and plenty of out-of-the-box thinking about meeting families’ needs as we power on through a pandemic.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

APRIL 28, 2024

50 Of The Best Quotes About Reading by TeachThought Staff Literacy—the ability to read and write—is the foundation of formal, academic learning. Below are dozens of quotes–hopefully inspirational quotes–about reading. 50 Quotes About Reading “Reading is the beginning of wisdom.” ” – Mortimer J.

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The Jose Vilson

APRIL 5, 2024

Now that the United States is about three years into this era of censorship laws, we’re as far away as we’ve ever been from having authentic conversations and actions that lead to a pluralistic and inclusive democracy. Critical race theory is about you, too. It’s about all of us. This was happening before 2020.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Nearly 20 years ago, Google made an ambitious play to digitize the content of some of the world’s largest research libraries. It seemed like the beginning of a new era, when scholars and the public could make new connections and discoveries in the kind of mass digital library that had previously been the stuff of science fiction.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

There’s a ritual that kicks off every new quarter in Michelle Luhtala’s library at New Canaan High School, one where English teachers send a gaggle of students through her doors to pick a new batch of books. Diana Rendina’s library at Tampa Preparatory School in Tampa, Fla., Take a biography of Andrew Carnegie. “But

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

In June of this year, we held a paid webinar on " Handling Complaints or Protests About Content " hosted by Dr. Steve Albrecht with special guest speaker Barry Trott, MSLS. Because of continued concerns related to this topic, we are making the webinar recording openly available on Library 2.0. If you are not a member of Library 2.0,

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 5, 2024

As a part of Library 2.0 and The Learning Revolution , I've created a blog + weekly newsletter with news and views about Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education and libraries. Steve Steve Hargadon Library 2.0 / The Learning Revolution steve@learningrevolution.com You will find it at FutureofAI.org. It is free.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 15, 2022

"Good Kids, Bad Behaviors: What to Do About Unruly Young People in the Library" Part of the Library 2.0 Series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : This 60-minute training webinar is another in our "Service, Safety, and Security" series for all library staff and library leaders, presented by Library 2.0

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Waterford

JANUARY 13, 2021

And second, it encourages your students to read about and empathize with people who have different lives than their own. We’ve separated each section by age to make sure you can find the perfect books for your school or classroom library. 5 Diverse Picture Books for Your Classroom Library. Monsoon Summer by Mitali Perkins.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 26, 2024

OVERVIEW: Our second Library 2.024 mini-conference: " The Supportive Library: Helping Patrons Experiencing Homelessness ," will be held online (and for free) on Thursday, June 20th, 2024, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. We also know that to work in libraries is to be on the forefront of homelessness.

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Edsurge

MARCH 17, 2020

Libraries are temporarily closing their doors due to coronavirus—like so many other institutions in the wake of a growing pandemic. But what does it mean for librarians to serve patrons without a library ? But what does it mean for librarians to serve patrons without a library ? Jessamyn West: Well, it's tricky.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 15, 2024

Burnsville, MN – Mackin , a leading provider of print and digital fiction and nonfiction books for PK-12, is pleased to announce it is a multiyear honoree and winner of its eighth Platinum Award in LibraryWorks’ tenth annual Modern Library Awards (MLAs). The MLAs were created to recognize the top products and services in the library industry.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 13, 2024

Managing Stress in the Library: Strategies for Library Workers A Masterclass with Loida Garcia-Febo The Library 2.0 Mental Health and Wellness Series OVERVIEW Library workers often face a variety of stressors such as tight deadlines, high workloads, and other challenges related to providing access to information and services.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 18, 2024

Our first Library 2.024 mini-conference: " AI and Libraries: Applications, Implications, and Possibilities ," will be held online (and for free) on Thursday, March 21st, 2024, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. How has artificial intelligence impacted library services, resources, and work so far?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 17, 2022

"Bomb Threats and Bullets in the Book Drop: What to Do About Threats to the Library" Part of the Library 2.0 Angry and disturbed people can use their words or their keyboards to frighten library leaders and employees. All of these can create a lot of fear, anxiety, and even hesitancy to keep the library open.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 28, 2022

While the debate is not new to the world of librarianship, the controversy about which books should be allowed to grace the shelves of a school library has become a common topic of conversation on news channels, talk shows and school board meetings. I have books about cats and dogs and snakes and fish.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

LinkedIn has temporarily delayed planned changes to Lynda.com, a popular education-video library the company bought in 2015 for $1.5 billion, after libraries around the country raised privacy concerns. We recognize that there are ongoing concerns about some of the changes we are making,” the company said in a statement. “We

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 26, 2023

What They Don’t Teach You in Library School: Security Matters & Talking Helps - It's All About People A "Safe Library" webinar, part of the Library 2.0 This 60-minute training webinar is presented by Library 2.0 and hosted by ALA author and library service, safety, and security expert, Dr. Steve Albrecht.

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eSchool News

JULY 25, 2023

In this episode of Innovations in Education , Wilson Tsu , founder of PowerNotes , talks about how AI is being baked into his and other platforms to transform the ways students perform research—and how the rise of AI has re-invented the role of libraries and librarians.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 21, 2021

Three years ago, Darlene Thomas-Burroughs, branch manager of the Hardeeville Library in the rural town of Hardeeville, South Carolina, heard about a new way that library employees could help kids boost their reading scores. In rural places, the library and the school are the hubs,” Gentry said. “Our

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eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2023

This project is funded by a grant from the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) Eastern Region program, managed by Waynesburg University. Primary sources will include photographs, audio recordings, videos, and manuscripts primarily from the Library of Congress. History curriculum.”

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Our third Library 2.022 mini-conference: " Libraries and Privacy: Critical Issues for Information Professionals ," will be held online (and for free) on Thursday, October 13th, 2022, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. Please also join this Library 2.0 Everyone is invited to participate in our Library 2.0

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eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2022

In New Hampshire, library media specialists are playing a key role in driving edtech ROI. Led by the NH Library Media Specialist Association, the state’s K-12 library professionals have engaged in dialogue around how they can ensure their school system can maximize the state’s edtech investment in their school system.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 11, 2023

For students and teachers navigating this digital landscape, a solid grasp of copyright laws is not just about legal compliance; it’s about cultivating a culture of respect for intellectual property, fostering ethical academic practices, and encouraging responsible digital citizenship. Why Learning about Copyright is Important?

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NeverEndingSearch

MAY 14, 2020

And it is clear that the library must be the center of that experience. But, first, a little background: I’ve been playing around with building virtual school libraries for a very long time. I thought quite a bit about how important this virtual presence was to me over the course of 25 years. website evolution.

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Education Superhighway

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Libraries have always played a critical role in accelerating digital adoption. A report by the American Library Association (ALA) states that 88% of all public libraries offer formal or informal digital literacy programming to community residents.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 14, 2023

Besides searching for academic literature such as journal articles, peer-reviewed papers, books, reports.etc, Google Scholar also enables you to create your personal library where you can save and organize your materials. And if you are an author, you can use its metrics to learn about who cites your search and where it was cited.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 3, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) on Thursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. In this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

"Library Politics: Better Dealings With Your Elected and Appointed Officials" Part of the Library 2.0 Essential Library Leadership" Series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : All library politics is local. This is a 60-minute training webinar presented by Library 2.0 These are hosted either at Library 2.0

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