The School Library Media Specialist: Overview Since 1998, Joyce Valenza has been the teacher-librarian at Springfield Township High School in Erdenheim, PA. She received her Ph.D. (2007) at the University of North Texas’s School of Library and Information Science. Joyce is a prolific education and technology writer. For ten years, she was the techlife@school columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer and has also authored columns for Media And Methods and Electronic Learning. Fall semester 2013 will be Joyce's last at Springfield Township High School; she is leaving to join the faculty at Rutgers University School of Communication and Information. Other Resources created / developed by Joyce Valenza: Articles Online: Valenza, Joyce (Sept-Oct 2012). Valenza, Joyce (Sept. 2009). 14 Ways K–12 Librarians Can Teach Social Media. Valenza, Joyce. Article About Joyce Valenza: Firth, Shannon (June 2010). Here's a promotional video clip that Joyce and students created:
LAM 101 Home - Doug Johnson's Blue Skunk Blog WebQuest.Org: Home Helpful links for Girl Scout Cadette & Senior Interest Project patches undefined Useful Links for Cadette & Senior Girl Scout Interest Projects I am still in the process of collecting links that will help girls find the information/experiences they need to earn various interest projects. If you have found a site particularly helpful, let me know! Generally Useful IPP Links Badge Help Index Page Main Page of Sarah's Scout Haven Sarah bereascout@hotmail.com Wilderness Road GSC, KYUnited States
The last of the “book-only” librarians The last of the “book-only” librariansHead for the Edge, Nov/Dec 2011 A while back I did a workshop for a conference called Spotlight on Books up “nort’” here in Minnesota. It was a very nice conference that focused on … wait for it …. children’s and young adult books. Like the hundreds of such conferences held each year, there were book authors, book presentations, book signings, book sales, book talks, book-themed apparel, bookmarks, book groupies, and people reading books – even the old paper kind. My long-held experience is that one really doesn’t want to stand between a book lover and a book and live to tell the tale. So what the heck was I doing there? When the organizer asked me to come do a workshop, I warned her that any expertise I may have had in kid-lit was long past its sell-by date. As it turned out, the “after thought” was the most fun part of the whole afternoon. Author and fan websites. Like it or not, there are no more “book-only” librarians.
25 (Free) 3D Modeling Applications You Should Not Miss 3D-modeling tools are instrumental in transforming individual concepts into stunning models and prototypes across various sectors. Whether you’re a novice enthusiast or a seasoned professional, these tools offer the flexibility to create and modify models from scratch. They are widely used in industries like film, animation, gaming, architecture, and interior design, making 3D models essential components of various projects. Finding the ideal modeling software can be challenging due to the diverse features and functionalities they offer. To assist you in making an informed choice, here’s a compilation of 20 3D-modeling software suitable for both personal and professional use. 35 Sites to Download Free STL Models for 3D Printers 35 Sites to Download Free STL Models for 3D Printers Free STL models that you can download and print 3D models. Wings 3D Wings 3D is a sophisticated sub-division modeler equipped with an extensive range of modeling tools. Supported Platforms: Windows, macOS, and Linux
Reading and the Elementary School Librarian Reading and the Elementary School Librarian is a licensed institute available for nationwide use throughout the profession. The InstituteThe PresentersEmpowering Learners and Reading and the Elementary School LibrarianTopic OutlineParticipant OutcomesPotential for CreditHosting an AASL Regional Institute The Institute This workshop addresses critical topics in reading for school librarians who teach PreK-6th grade students. An instructor will guide your group through this one-day workshop that provides you with an opportunity to increase your understanding of current research on reading instruction, discuss how it informs school library programs, explore reading strategies, and explain what the school librarians can do to strengthen their role as a literacy leader in their school. [back to top] The Presenters Elizabeth Deskins has spent 20 years in school librarianship. Christina Dorr has 20 years experience in libraries and education, with the past 18 in school library centers.
Lucky’s Plott Driving home after work one day eight years ago, Libby Bagby passed a dying dog on the side of the road. Now, the fully recovered Plott hound travels around the state with her as a symbol of North Carolina. Libby Bagby is a retired teacher. And she does love her dog. She calls him Low Gap Lucky, Lucky for short, and over the past three years, she’s taken him to schools and libraries across the state. And always, Lucky comes along. (Story continues below Editor’s Note.) From the Editor’s Desk: Last year, while at the Best of Our State at the Grove Park Inn, Our State subscriber and event attendee Vicki Byrd, took some time to speak to me about a story idea she thought would be perfect for the magazine. As I listened to Vicki tell me about Libby Bagby and her Plott hound, Lucky, I knew she was right. Many of our favorite stories in Our State have come from reader suggestions, and we always try to encourage folks to share their ideas with us. Sincerely, She loves to watch people jump. Forever.
Reading Workshop: The School Librarian’s Role School Library Monthly/Volume XXVIII, Number 5/February 2012 Reading Workshop: The School Librarian's Role by Kym Kramer Kym Kramer is a student inquiry specialist for MSD Pike Township in Indianapolis district and an adjunct instructor in the school library program at IU-Bloomington. Reading workshop (also referred to as reader's workshop) has a natural link to school libraries and school librarians, yet many of the most respected experts on the subject do not mention this connection. Workshop Approach Defined Reading instruction often has teachers on either side of the great debate: teach reading using one of the scripted basal programs with an emphasis on phonics instruction, or teach children to read using literature and the strategies that real readers use—including phonemic awareness. Reading workshop is not the latest fad. In the same year, Frank Serafini published his own work entitled The Reading Workshop: Creating Space for Readers. Natural Connections for School Librarians
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