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How to Implement Library Makerspaces in STEM Programs

EdTech Magazine

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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How to Design Learning Spaces in Libraries

The CoolCatTeacher

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. If you don’t have Google Docs, just use this PDF. Use this show as a conversation starter.

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COVID-19 Is Forever Changing How Students Experience Libraries

Edsurge

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. I don’t want to be in the situation where I was panicking because I didn't know if I was going to have access for all of our students.”

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Inspire Families to Read and Learn This Summer

Teacher Reboot Camp

I also share recommended reading lists for elementary to high school students. Post the PDF in your messaging app (Class Dojo, Remind), in a virtual classroom (Google Classroom, Schoology), or email to parents. Provide information on how to get a library card and access the digital materials.

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5 Ways to Improve Your Classroom Library Without Spending a Dollar

The CoolCatTeacher

Books for All shares some ways to improve your classroom library without spending any money at all. If you don’t have Google Docs, just use this PDF. Colby Sharp on episode 565 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Colby Sharp author of Game Changer! Subscribe to the Show Get Credit!

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How to Implement Library Makerspaces in STEM Programs

EdTech Magazine

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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Lumio: Making Review and Practice Easy

The CoolCatTeacher

Add free manipulatives and lessons to your library first. In particular, math teachers and elementary teachers will love the manipulatives that you can adapt for your own lessons. . When you find a manipulative, slide, or game that you want, it is as simple as adding it to your library. What is included in the Lumio library?

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