Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 29, 2019

Created by LitWorld , past years have found over 1 million people in 100 countries joining together to enjoy the power and wonder of reading aloud in groups or individually, at school or home, and discovering what it means to listen to a story told through the voice of another. Have a library of books intended to be read aloud.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

How to build your global classroom in 4 steps. For example, you can use your school’s learning management system (LMS), which is a familiar tool for teachers around the world. For asynchronous collaboration, you can use groups and forums, a shared blog, or a wiki. See #globalclassroom for inspiration. Professor Jennifer V.

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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 ?

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 22, 2015

Productivity Tools for Students and Researchers Social bookmarking is the modern student’s research tool. Here’s your answer: Diigo has a fantastic new outlining tool! I teach how to get a private link for the outline. Why you need a tool to help you organize your online research. 2- What is Diigo? [0:21].

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 11, 2020

How to keep parents engaged in school activities using an LMS. Parents can instantly see in the platform details about student activity within classes and groups, any awards or certificates received, their grades, their attendance records, and more. You can do this by creating a group dedicated to parents within the platform.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 15, 2022

Lumio has become my go-to exam review tool. In this blog post, I’ll share how Lumio is a great tool for classroom teachers everywhere, whether you’re reviewing for a tough exam like my Computer Science class or teaching a regular lesson. This tool will make teaching easier for you. How to get to the site.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 11, 2024

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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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 TO REGISTER: Click above to pay.

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APRIL 4, 2023

We've just posted a new blog post by Dr. Albrecht in our " Library Service, Safety, & Security " section of Library 2.0 : "Writing a Useful Security Incident Report: A Template for Library Security Officers and Library Staff." This post covers how to write them with clarity, completeness, and skill.

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APRIL 16, 2024

The Fentanyl Crisis In Our Libraries: Awareness and a Safe Response Part of the Library 2.0 First responders and other concerned people who know how to use the Narcan nasal spray, can bring an overdosing person back to life, but not always. Learn how Narcan functions to help save lives. TO REGISTER: Click HERE.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

AUGUST 18, 2017

Other ways students can teach others is by creating explainer videos (sometimes called One Take Videos), Do It Yourself (DIY) videos, or How-To Videos. Additionally, these videos save you time if you are flipping instruction and need a library of instructional videos. Darby social network and iOS app to watch and create how-to videos.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 15, 2023

When I first addressed this issue fifteen years ago, it was all about replacing traditional classroom tools with one on a computer. Teachers didn’t know how to use the digital tools and there was never enough training to untip that balance. How did such a good idea go so wrong? Where is the tool?

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EdTech4Beginners

MARCH 13, 2023

It is my favourite publishing tool! My Year group’s homework template. Use Canva’s design elements: Canva offers a huge library of design elements such as shapes, icons, and illustrations that you can use to enhance your designs. Have you tried Canva? Because it is so easy-to-use and it makes everything look so good!

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 25, 2024

Effective Communication: How to Have Learning Conversations with Patrons and Colleagues Part of the Library 2.0 Additionally, you will acquire tools and tactics for resolving conflicts with both patrons and co-workers. FREE for those on individual or group all-access passes (see below).

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 15, 2023

Performance Evaluations: A Skill-Building Refresher for Library Leaders [2023 UPDATED VERSION] Part of the Library 2.0 Your library doesn’t do employee evaluations? How to run a smooth, successful, and drama-free Performance Evaluation meeting. Using the completed PE form as an ongoing coaching tool.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

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, please join Library 2.0 If you or your organization use Niche Academy, you can search for the recording in the Library 2.0 It will remain for free on Library 2.0

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

"DEI + Belonging for Library Leaders and Staffers: Fostering Welcoming and Inclusive Environments" Part of the Library 2.0 We will explore what’s next in the DEIB library space, what to consider, and how you can personally help move things forward in a positive direction in the library environment.

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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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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 22, 2022

"Medical Emergencies at the Library: What to Do Until the Paramedics Arrive" Part of the Library 2.0 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 SPECIAL GROUP RATES (email admin@library20.com

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Digital Promise

MAY 25, 2017

The Digital Promise maker learning team spent some time in Greer, South Carolina this winter observing and filming the Riverside Middle School Library Club students as they worked to design solutions to problems they identified in their community. I bought a 3D printer without knowing how to use it. What were your first steps?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 24, 2023

"A Plan For Library Emergencies: Medical Events, Fires, and Beyond" A "Safe Library" webinar, part of the Library 2.0 Service , Safety, and Security Series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : In the realm of safeguarding our library premises, visitors, and team members, it's crucial to adopt a forward-looking perspective.

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OCTOBER 4, 2023

Library Management: Making Libraries Great Places to Visit and Great Places to Work A Library 2.90 Leadership Webinar with Bridgit McCafferty and Hosted by Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : In libraries, we spend a lot of time talking about how to make our organizations great places for visitors—welcoming, friendly, and helpful.

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Hapara

AUGUST 8, 2022

Let’s take a look at how to develop K-12 open educational resources. Or a history teacher on the opposite side of the country could use your video to personalize learning for a group of students. Once your plan is in place, there are several tools and platforms to help you develop and share open educational resources.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 9, 2018

I don’t post enough about high school so I’m thrilled with her article: Some students study more productively in groups, working with their peers. Online groups and forums allow them to ask questions and learn from each other outside the traditional classroom in a space where they typically turn to for studying anyway.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

"Awkward Conversations: How to Handle Difficult Discussions with Patrons" Part of a special Library 2.0 Essential Librarian" series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : A 60-minute training webinar presented by Library 2.0 and hosted by ALA author and library service, safety, and security expert, Dr. Steve Albrecht.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

mixed-ability pairs, small groups or whole class. How to get started using iCivics? This is where you, as a teacher, can access iCivics' entire library including: 1- Curriculum Units Curriculum units are digital and print resources designed specifically for use with high school and middle school students. They are good for 1:1.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

"The Essential Library Guide to Service, Safety, and Security: 25 Tips for What Works and What Doesn't" Part of the Library 2.0 This is a 60-minute training webinar presented by Library 2.0 and hosted by ALA author and library service, safety, and security expert, Dr. Steve Albrecht. TO REGISTER: Click HERE to pay.

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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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MARCH 1, 2022

"Library Civility: Taking Care of Each Other" Part of the Library 2.0 series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : A 60-minute training webinar presented by Library 2.0 and hosted by ALA author and library service, safety, and security expert, Dr. Steve Albrecht. Isn’t it time we learned better how to celebrate each other?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 26, 2022

"Twenty-Five Service, Safety, and Security Tips for All Librarians" Part of the Library 2.0 Series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : It’s time to refresh your knowledge of our most effective tools for your service, safety, and security toolkit while doing library work. SPECIAL GROUP RATES (email admin@library20.com

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 25, 2024

Serving Elderly Patrons at Risk: Prevention Steps for a Fragile Population Part of the Library 2.0 Your library may have specific programs for senior patrons and you recognize and nurture those relationships with the ones who come to your library most often. Preventing falls or other injuries inside the library.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2023

Here are some of her tips to get started and sustain enthusiasm for Minecraft Education: You do not have to know how to use Minecraft Education to use Minecraft Education in your classroom. It’s not a game–it’s an instructional tool, must be used with intention, and should be aligned to standards. You should be

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APRIL 18, 2023

The 2017 Clovis, New Mexico Library Shootings: The Teenage Attacker Reveals His Motives Part of the Library 2.0 On August 28, 2017, he walked into the Clovis-Carver Library, in downtown Clovis, New Mexico, went into the public restroom and loaded a pistol he had stolen from his father’s unlocked gun safe at home.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

From how to form reading groups, how to reach individual children, and how to communicate with parents, Dr. Robb's advice is practical and extensive. The free differentiation tool to help students level up and learn. I am only in favor of organizing children into a group or working with one child.

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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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MARCH 9, 2023

Your Library, Security, and Your Relationship with the Police [2023 UPDATED VERSION] Part of the Library 2.0 Service , Safety, and Security Series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : The relationship between police officers and libraries is complex, ever-changing, and in fact, changeable. So what to do? Where is the balance?

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JULY 17, 2023

Tools for Tense Situations: Reducing Conflicts With Patrons [2023 UPDATED VERSION] Part of the Library 2.0 Libraries and library staff report much of the same: patrons who hate being told what to do and who feel entitled to disagree, often at the top of their voices. SPECIAL GROUP RATES (email admin@library20.com

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