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PROOF POINTS: Paper beats pixels on most picture books, research finds

The Hechinger Report

A meta-analysis of 39 studies of children’s picture books finds that children score better on comprehension tests after reading a paper book than after reading a digital book. Digital picture books have been a godsend during the pandemic. Should they revert back to print or stick with e-books?

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Making educators’ lives easier for World Teachers’ Day

Neo LMS

At the same time, this day is also about supporting teachers so that every learner can have access to quality education. In fact, more than three in four teachers say that job-related stress has taken its toll on them during the 2020-2021 school year. That’s why neglecting this area can lead to a bigger digital divide among students.

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PROOF POINTS: 10,000 student study points to kindergarteners who may become heavy screen users

The Hechinger Report

Even before the coronavirus pandemic hit, teens were spending an average of seven hours a day on their phones, as the journalist Paul Greenberg points out in his 2020 book, “ Goodbye Phone, Hello World.” Morgan is concerned that increased technology use is displacing book reading. Book reading is so important for kids,” he said.

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Final Schedule Published - Library 2.0 Mini-Conference on "Urban Librarianship: Embracing Challenges and Opportunities"

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Michael Lambert has championed increased and equitable access to libraries through expanded hours and a fine-free library system. Brown came to CPL in 2021 after more than a decade serving in Californian districts. In April 2021, members voted Lessa 2022-2023 President of the American Library Association.

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List of Sessions for Next Week's Conference - "Urban Librarianship: Embracing Challenges and Opportunities through Innovation, Leadership, and Best Practices"

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Michael Lambert has championed increased and equitable access to libraries through expanded hours and a fine-free library system. Brown came to CPL in 2021 after more than a decade serving in Californian districts. In April 2021, members voted Lessa 2022-2023 President of the American Library Association. Meeting needs.

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"Urban Librarianship: Embracing Challenges and Opportunities" - Miniconference Registration and Call for Proposals

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Michael Lambert has championed increased and equitable access to libraries through expanded hours and a fine-free library system. Brown came to CPL in 2021 after more than a decade serving in Californian districts. In April 2021, members voted Lessa 2022-2023 President of the American Library Association.

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Announcing Library 2.0 Mini-Conference and Call for Proposals: "Urban Librarianship: Embracing Challenges and Opportunities through Innovation, Leadership, and Best Practices"

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Michael Lambert has championed increased and equitable access to libraries through expanded hours and a fine-free library system. Brown came to CPL in 2021 after more than a decade serving in Californian districts. In April 2021, members voted Lessa 2022-2023 President of the American Library Association.