Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 22, 2023

Any age: If your child wants to go somewhere, have them find the location , the best route, participation details, and other relevant information. This doesn’t require a library. The goal is to gather information based on an awareness of the surroundings. History Any age: Find something in your town that has a history.

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Digital Promise

MAY 25, 2021

We have learned how to leverage technology to establish and maintain relationships with students and colleagues as we navigated the unknown waters of blended and distance learning. School librarians serve teachers, students, and families by providing access to information in a variety of formats.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 9, 2018

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. Incorporate STEM Trends into Your Library Makerspace.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 13, 2020

On my blog, Ask a Tech Teacher , I run a column called Dear Otto where I answer teacher questions about how to integrate technology into their classes. Of late, the most common question is, “How to I assess student digital literacy?” How do I assess faculty digital literacy so I can teach them what they don’t know?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 13, 2024

Managing Stress in the Library: Strategies for Library Workers A Masterclass with Loida Garcia-Febo The Library 2.0 Mental Health and Wellness Series OVERVIEW Library workers often face a variety of stressors such as tight deadlines, high workloads, and other challenges related to providing access to information and services.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The most important factors to consider are the type of software and hardware offered by the provider and how they can benefit your classroom. Keep reading to make sure you have the know-how on how to maximum your provider and don’t forget to check out ViewSonic’s education solution page to learn even more. .

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NeverEndingSearch

DECEMBER 9, 2018

Access to an effective school library program is one example of information privilege. The absence of access is one symptom of information poverty. Beyond access to a robust and effective library program, some students come to school with knapsacks fully packed. See School Librarian, Where Art Thou? ).

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

A lesson on how to create a podcast. A tutorial on how to create a paper circuit board that uses LED lights. For a new generation of educators, these pursuits have something in common: They’re all appropriate learning exercises that can take place in the school library. The Evolution of the School Library. As the U.S.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 7, 2017

Media specialists operating within the demands of 21 st -century innovation find themselves tasked with the responsibility not only to be as tech-savvy as possible, but to tap into their creativity to create an inspiring library learning environment. My instruction delivers a combination of information literacy skills and technology skills.

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Education Superhighway

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Libraries have always played a critical role in accelerating digital adoption. A report by the American Library Association (ALA) states that 88% of all public libraries offer formal or informal digital literacy programming to community residents.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 21, 2023

Free Family Newsletter Template Send families a summer newsletter filled with information, resources, and tips. Families want their children to succeed but they don’t always know how to go about this. Provide information on how to get a library card and access the digital materials.

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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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Waterford

MARCH 6, 2022

1] Exposure to various genres in your classroom library also helps students discover different purposes for reading, like reading a fantasy novel for enjoyment, reading a math book to learn how to multiply and divide, or reading the ingredients on a cereal box to learn what’s inside.[1]. Also, always focus on the text’s meaning.

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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 You can pay by credit card, and will receive an email within a day with information on how to attend the webinar live and how you access the permanent webinar recording. or in Niche Academy).

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 3, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) on Thursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. In this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2019

How to Teach Cyber Safety in Kindergarten. One reality of the increasingly connected K–12 classroom is even the youngest students are routinely going online, using email and engaging with mobile apps that collect their information. But how do you teach a child as young as 5 how to safely navigate such technology?

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NeverEndingSearch

MAY 14, 2020

And it is clear that the library must be the center of that experience. But, first, a little background: I’ve been playing around with building virtual school libraries for a very long time. I started playing around with the fairly easy and recently very popular strategy of building a library scene in Slides. Valenza, J.K.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

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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Waterford

MAY 12, 2020

For more in-depth information, check out our full Waterford.org Foundations and Grants Guide 2020. There you’ll find a deeper dive, including information on types of funding available, how to find grants, and tips on preparing your applications. 12 of the Best School Grants in 2020 and How to Apply .

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

School libraries should be places where students can learn independently and think creatively outside the traditional classroom. This summer, the Houston Independent School District decided to close school libraries and replace them with discipline centers. A library and supportive librarian would benefit them more.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 22, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) on Thursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. In this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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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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Edsurge

JANUARY 28, 2022

While the debate is not new to the world of librarianship, the controversy about which books should be allowed to grace the shelves of a school library has become a common topic of conversation on news channels, talk shows and school board meetings. We seek balance on our shelves. I have books about cats and dogs and snakes and fish.

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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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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 1, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) nextThursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. In this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2023

One of the best pieces of advice regarding managing AI in schools so far came during a conversation yesterday with Melissa Hortman, a senior industry executive at Microsoft, for our sister publication eCampus news , but her advice applies to all levels of education: First, learn how it works. Don’t worry, we’re here for you.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 11, 2020

How to keep parents engaged in school activities using an LMS. Using the LMS, parents become more proactive about their children’s education and be the first to find out important school-related information. The post How to keep parents engaged in school activities using an LMS appeared first on NEO BLOG.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

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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Digital Promise

JUNE 27, 2019

Our intergenerational program involves a few different types of interactions, both formal and informal, which are the culmination of a lot of team-building and teamwork. We have weekly events like intergenerational library times, which allow Grands and kids to bond over their shared love of reading books and storytelling.

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The Thinking Stick

APRIL 24, 2023

In today’s episode, we have a very special guest, Jennifer LaGarde, aka The Library Girl @jenniferlagarde , an incredible advocate for information literacy and the co-author of “Developing Digital Detectives” ???????????? Subscribe to their free monthly information literacy newsletter here !

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

How to build your global classroom in 4 steps. Sure, they might need some help at first, such as background information to get things going. It’s also easier to organize the project by having a shared resources library and the integration of multimedia tools for presentations. See #globalclassroom for inspiration.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 13, 2019

“Access to an effective school library program is one example of information privilege. The absence of access is one symptom of information poverty.”— Joyce Valenza, On information privilege and infomation equity , December 9, 2018. Connect our learners with public information resources beyond the school.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

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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Edsurge

AUGUST 13, 2018

Libraries offer a refuge where students study, find books or take the occasional nap. A new report this week explores whether libraries can play a more proactive role in helping community college students succeed. But there has been less focus on the role a library can play in that.”

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 28, 2022

In the school districts, we want to do all of these great things, but we also have to teach kids how to read,” said Bill Bass, the innovation coordinator for instructional technology, information, library media and federal programs in the Parkway School District in St. The good news is schools don’t have to go it alone. “In

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JULY 18, 2023

We're working with Loida Garcia-Febo on a regular webinar series on "Mental Health and Wellness" for Library 2.0. LOIDA GARCIA-FEBO Loida Garcia-Febo is a Puerto Rican American librarian and International Library Consultant with 24 years of experience as an expert in library services to diverse populations and human rights.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 1, 2024

This feature is there to filter out explicit content from your search results, but sometimes you might need access to unfiltered information for your research or other purposes. Default Settings : In some cases, SafeSearch might be turned on by default, especially on networks in schools or public libraries.

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