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SLIDE: data, interactive tools, and an equity wake-up call (Part 1)

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As of Spring 2021, the 5 states with no such institutions were Alaska, Arizona, New Mexico, Oregon, and Wyoming. public education, the school library community needs to better understand the perceptions, values, and priorities of those who make staffing decisions” Lance and Kachel 2021. Poster rom Kachel, Debra E.,

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Millions of Students Are Still Without WiFi and Tech—Why Haven’t Policymakers Stepped Up?

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They just weren’t ready for distance learning, and a big part of that was that too many students lacked adequate WiFi access to get to virtual class. These new amendments require the State Superintendent to survey education institutions to understand students' access to computing devices and broadband connections.

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The SLIDE Study: A chat with Deb Kachel (Part 2)

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In Pennsylvania we have a guideline that suggests one certified librarian per district. We also have evidence here in Pennsylvania, that at least one district claims they meet the staffing guideline because they point to a full-time classroom teacher who just happens to hold a school library certification. 2021, July).

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