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What Brings Gen Z to the Library?

Edsurge

But they still like print, and they still like to go to the library, according to a survey of Gen Z and Millennial public library use and media consumption released by the American Library Association last fall. They also did ethnographic research at two Ohio public library branches. They might be coming in for coffee.

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Friday 5: The pivotal role of school libraries

eSchool News

Let’s take a look at what makes libraries such critical parts of the school environment: Why do libraries matter? Study after study has shown that effective library programs can increase student literacy and test scores and create more equitable student outcomes. What is the purpose of a school library?

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VHS Learning Is Awarded Teaching with Primary Sources Grant from Library of Congress 

eSchool News

History curriculum and professional development supporting discussion-based primary source analysis online and in other learning settings. This project is funded by a grant from the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) Eastern Region program, managed by Waynesburg University. History curriculum.” History curriculum.

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Public Libraries Can Improve Remote Learning. Here’s How.

Edsurge

With that being said, it is also worth noting that there is still one more amazing resource that families should tap to make the most of any online learning experience—the local public library. Public libraries offer an incredible array of tools, supports, and resources—far beyond (but also including) the books. Science (Even physics!

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6 Digital tools that help teachers create effective rubrics

Neo LMS

The analysis feature provides information regarding how many students received the same rating, whether the assignment was complicated or straightforward, ambiguous or clear for students, and if the criteria of a certain level of performance were hard to reach. You can create a new rubric for each assignment or reuse the ones in your library.

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New Webinar: "Cybersecurity: Fortifying Your Library in the Digital Age"

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Cybersecurity: Fortifying Your Library in the Digital Age Part of the Library 2.0 This presentation by Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project delves into the critical realm of cybersecurity within our libraries. Join us to enhance your cybersecurity understanding and fortify the library against the digital threats of tomorrow.

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Schedule Announced - Thursday's "Libraries and Privacy" Library 2.0 Mini-Conference

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

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