Presented by Christa Burns on the Carterette Series Webinars, September 19, 2012.
http://gla.georgialibraries.org/mediawiki/index.php/Carterette_Series_Webinars
The 23 Things concept is familiar to most of us in the library world. Some have tried it out, some have tried a version of it, some still have doubts about whether it works, and some think it's over. Well, we’re here to tell you, it's still going strong! Nebraska's state-wide lifelong learning program, Nebraska Learns 2.0, started as a 16 week program in 2008-2009. The original program was so popular it has continued as an ongoing program, with one new Thing offered each month since April 2009. Starting in February 2012, a BookThing was added to the program. Program organizers Christa Burns and Michael Sauers will talk about the process they have laid out over the past few years, how they've responded to participant feedback, and how the program became what it is today. They will also show other current examples of self-directed online learning programs, such as Boston Public Library's Learning for Life Online and the UK-based 23 Things for Professional Development.
NCompass Live - January 2, 2013
http://nlc.nebraska.gov/ncompasslive/
The document discusses the 23 Things program started by the Nebraska Library Commission to promote technology skills and learning among library patrons. It provides statistics on program participation from 2009 to 2013 and describes how other libraries have adopted similar 23 Things programs. Resources and research on the impact of these programs are also cited.
The document discusses issues with traditional models of professional development (PD) for teachers and proposes more effective alternatives. It notes that traditional PD often treats teachers as passive learners rather than creative professionals. The alternative models suggested in the document include professional learning communities, action research teams, coaching/mentoring, online learning communities, and teacher-led workshops. These models aim to make PD more meaningful by aligning it with school goals, empowering teachers as leaders, and fostering collaboration and reflection.
This document summarizes a webinar on innovative professional development for K-12 teachers held on April 17, 2013. It discusses treating teachers as creators rather than just consumers of professional knowledge. Effective professional development should be meaningful, experiential, empowering, collaborative, and supported through a culture of trust. Examples provided include professional learning communities, book clubs, flipped faculty meetings, action research teams, coaching/mentoring, and lesson study. The webinar emphasizes providing autonomy for teachers, embracing teacher leaders, and getting creative to overcome constraints like lack of time and budget.
Presented by Christa Burns on the Carterette Series Webinars, September 19, 2012.
http://gla.georgialibraries.org/mediawiki/index.php/Carterette_Series_Webinars
The 23 Things concept is familiar to most of us in the library world. Some have tried it out, some have tried a version of it, some still have doubts about whether it works, and some think it's over. Well, we’re here to tell you, it's still going strong! Nebraska's state-wide lifelong learning program, Nebraska Learns 2.0, started as a 16 week program in 2008-2009. The original program was so popular it has continued as an ongoing program, with one new Thing offered each month since April 2009. Starting in February 2012, a BookThing was added to the program. Program organizers Christa Burns and Michael Sauers will talk about the process they have laid out over the past few years, how they've responded to participant feedback, and how the program became what it is today. They will also show other current examples of self-directed online learning programs, such as Boston Public Library's Learning for Life Online and the UK-based 23 Things for Professional Development.
NCompass Live - January 2, 2013
http://nlc.nebraska.gov/ncompasslive/
The document discusses the 23 Things program started by the Nebraska Library Commission to promote technology skills and learning among library patrons. It provides statistics on program participation from 2009 to 2013 and describes how other libraries have adopted similar 23 Things programs. Resources and research on the impact of these programs are also cited.
The document discusses issues with traditional models of professional development (PD) for teachers and proposes more effective alternatives. It notes that traditional PD often treats teachers as passive learners rather than creative professionals. The alternative models suggested in the document include professional learning communities, action research teams, coaching/mentoring, online learning communities, and teacher-led workshops. These models aim to make PD more meaningful by aligning it with school goals, empowering teachers as leaders, and fostering collaboration and reflection.
This document summarizes a webinar on innovative professional development for K-12 teachers held on April 17, 2013. It discusses treating teachers as creators rather than just consumers of professional knowledge. Effective professional development should be meaningful, experiential, empowering, collaborative, and supported through a culture of trust. Examples provided include professional learning communities, book clubs, flipped faculty meetings, action research teams, coaching/mentoring, and lesson study. The webinar emphasizes providing autonomy for teachers, embracing teacher leaders, and getting creative to overcome constraints like lack of time and budget.
Burton's Scholars class is meeting and collaborating with other classrooms and partners from around the world using online tools like blogs, wikis, podcasts, and social media. They are sharing work and opinions with their ePals through emails, blog posts, movies, and wikis. The class is creating podcasts and working on a wiki with their community partners at NOMA.
Virtual School Tour of Chets Creek Elementary and how they are using technology to promote professional collaboration, stakeholder communication and student engagement in 21st century learning.
This document discusses online identity and blogging. It begins by exploring the author's online identity and how it has become distributed across different platforms and evolved over time. It then provides statistics about the author's blog and discusses using blogs for purposes other than "blogging," such as showcasing student work or tracking professional development. The document examines sharing content across different platforms and media, how the cost of sharing has decreased but we still act as if it hasn't, and new measures of assessing impact beyond traditional metrics. It concludes by offering advice around networking, lazyweb, sharing resources, understanding media and the attention economy, engaging with new forms of publishing, and exploring two propositions about online identity.
Sandy millin 10 blogs in 10 minutes ih toc 60 may 2013Onlineconference
The document lists and briefly describes 10 English language teaching blogs that cover a variety of topics from lesson plans and activities to reflections on teaching. It notes that the first blog, Teaching Village, focuses on young learners and accepts guest posts. The last blog listed is the author's own blog which includes lesson plans, activities, and posts about the Delta qualification.
Dis - E-learning in the language classroomMartin Sankofi
The document discusses using e-learning tools in language classrooms. It introduces various web 2.0 tools like polls, surveys, mind mapping, blogging, Flickr, and Moodle that can be used for collaboration, project-based learning, and communication. Examples are given for how each tool can be implemented, such as using polls to decide class readings or blogs for students to document field trips. The goal is to inspire language educators to incorporate technology and reduce anxiety around digital tools.
A personal learning network (PLN) allows teachers to personalize their own learning. A PLN can be used to gather classroom resources from experts, keep up to date on best practices, and learn new information. It includes various social networks, blogs, podcasts and other tools. Teachers can expand their PLN by following education feeds and groups, attending conferences, and setting up an aggregator to organize resources from around the web. Well-known sites to contribute to a PLN include TeacherShare, Teachers Connecting and PBS Teachers.
Slides from a presentation in support of a workshop for teachers in the Portage la Prairie SD, Beautiful Plains SD, and Pine Creek SD. Hosted at Portage Collegiate Institute in Portage la Prairie Manitoba; 18 June 2010.
This document appears to be a presentation about working as a school librarian or library media specialist. It discusses job titles for these roles and preferences for different titles. It provides advice such as welcoming patrons, saying thank you, recognizing others' work publicly, and setting goals. It also notes that success will take time and offers suggestions from experts like Kathy Schrock. Illustrations are credited to various sources and additional content on the topic can be found online.
Teaching Students "In" and "On" Today's Information EnvironmentLauren Pressley
This document discusses taking the library instruction course LIB100 online. It provides context on academic libraries, library instruction programs, and the guiding principles of LIB100. It then details how the instructor designed the online version of LIB100 using tools like Google Sites and Sakai. Student reactions were positive, finding it was the same rigorous course despite being online. Students reported it required more time but allowed better relationships with the instructor.
Unconferences are informal conferences where the agenda is set by participants on the day of the event. They are low-cost or free events focused on active participation. They originated from open space technology used in tech industry meetings, with an emphasis on participant-driven discussions. Planning an unconference requires a venue, date, communication tools, and flexibility. The day involves generating session topics, note-taking, and encouraging sharing of ideas in a casual atmosphere. Successful unconferences create engagement through open-ended questions and continuing conversations after the event.
This document outlines the structure and content of an online course titled "Learning 2.0" that uses various social media tools. It includes an overview of the weekly topics which involve objectives, evaluations, readings, exercises and discussions. The course utilizes tools like Facebook, blogs, tags, RSS feeds, Twitter, wikis and podcasting. It also provides help resources and notes that content is archived on other sites. The document concludes by thanking the presenter and providing their contact information.
The document discusses using weblogs or blogs in K-12 classrooms. It describes blogs as easily created websites that allow instant publishing. The document recommends blogs can be used for class portals to share course information, online portfolios to collect student work, and collaborative spaces for students to share ideas. Some benefits mentioned are fostering online communities, going paperless, organizing student work chronologically, and promoting better work through publishing. Teachers are encouraged to post lessons, questions for student reflection, and allow students and parents to contribute to the blog.
Using LibGuides to support High School Research and Library Resourceswmrhsd
This document provides tips and strategies for customizing LibGuides to meet the research needs of a school library. It encourages librarians to use LibGuides to digitize library services, collaborate with teachers to create subject and assignment-specific guides for students, and promote guides through newsletters, social media, and other means to raise awareness of library resources. The document also provides contact information for LibGuides support and examples of guides created at West Morris Regional High School District Library.
This presentation, delivered at the American Library Association 2014 Annual Conference (in Las Vegas) under the auspices of the ALA Learning Round Table, explores ways to assure that learners apply what they learn after leaving a training/learning session.
This proposed presentation was prepared for delivery at the New Media Consortium Future of Education summit held near Austin, TX January 22-24, 2013. It's based on work I've done with my colleagues Maurice Coleman, Buffy Hamilton, and Jill Hurst-Wahl, and is part of our continuing efforts to support the development of social learning centers onsite and online for libraries and other learning organizations.
This document outlines three pedagogical principles for lesson planning:
1) Engage students' preconceptions and misconceptions from previous learning.
2) Relate new concepts to factual knowledge and conceptual frameworks.
3) Facilitate learning through metacognitive strategies like self-monitoring.
The document advocates publishing student work to assess understanding and encourage creative expression that educates others.
The document provides information about using blogs for online literature circles. It defines literature circles as student book clubs and discusses how they can be adapted to an online format. It includes examples of student blog posts and comments responding to assigned readings. Guidelines are presented for setting up blogs to structure literature circle discussions, including creating pages for group information, assignments, and guidelines. The document also provides a sample set of blog guidelines that address teacher moderation, parent notification, and student privacy. Students are instructed to complete planning documents and an application to set up their online literature circle blog.
Steve Fosselman with the Grand Island Public Library will illustrate a trustee training model he calls "Intended Process", which he has used to involve and educate trustees on complex issues. Steve will use a real life example where results may vary from library to library, but it’s the process that makes it trustee education with the result of an informed decision free from too many "unintended consequences".
NCompass Live - June 13, 2012.
This document summarizes a presentation on search engine optimization (SEO) techniques for libraries. It discusses the differences between black hat and white hat SEO approaches. It then outlines several baseline white hat SEO techniques libraries can implement, including keyword analysis, writing optimized titles and descriptions, creating indexable content through site architecture and sitemaps, reducing noise in search indexes, and introducing semantic markup. Examples are provided for each technique. The presentation aims to help libraries improve discovery of their digital collections through search engines.
Burton's Scholars class is meeting and collaborating with other classrooms and partners from around the world using online tools like blogs, wikis, podcasts, and social media. They are sharing work and opinions with their ePals through emails, blog posts, movies, and wikis. The class is creating podcasts and working on a wiki with their community partners at NOMA.
Virtual School Tour of Chets Creek Elementary and how they are using technology to promote professional collaboration, stakeholder communication and student engagement in 21st century learning.
This document discusses online identity and blogging. It begins by exploring the author's online identity and how it has become distributed across different platforms and evolved over time. It then provides statistics about the author's blog and discusses using blogs for purposes other than "blogging," such as showcasing student work or tracking professional development. The document examines sharing content across different platforms and media, how the cost of sharing has decreased but we still act as if it hasn't, and new measures of assessing impact beyond traditional metrics. It concludes by offering advice around networking, lazyweb, sharing resources, understanding media and the attention economy, engaging with new forms of publishing, and exploring two propositions about online identity.
Sandy millin 10 blogs in 10 minutes ih toc 60 may 2013Onlineconference
The document lists and briefly describes 10 English language teaching blogs that cover a variety of topics from lesson plans and activities to reflections on teaching. It notes that the first blog, Teaching Village, focuses on young learners and accepts guest posts. The last blog listed is the author's own blog which includes lesson plans, activities, and posts about the Delta qualification.
Dis - E-learning in the language classroomMartin Sankofi
The document discusses using e-learning tools in language classrooms. It introduces various web 2.0 tools like polls, surveys, mind mapping, blogging, Flickr, and Moodle that can be used for collaboration, project-based learning, and communication. Examples are given for how each tool can be implemented, such as using polls to decide class readings or blogs for students to document field trips. The goal is to inspire language educators to incorporate technology and reduce anxiety around digital tools.
A personal learning network (PLN) allows teachers to personalize their own learning. A PLN can be used to gather classroom resources from experts, keep up to date on best practices, and learn new information. It includes various social networks, blogs, podcasts and other tools. Teachers can expand their PLN by following education feeds and groups, attending conferences, and setting up an aggregator to organize resources from around the web. Well-known sites to contribute to a PLN include TeacherShare, Teachers Connecting and PBS Teachers.
Slides from a presentation in support of a workshop for teachers in the Portage la Prairie SD, Beautiful Plains SD, and Pine Creek SD. Hosted at Portage Collegiate Institute in Portage la Prairie Manitoba; 18 June 2010.
This document appears to be a presentation about working as a school librarian or library media specialist. It discusses job titles for these roles and preferences for different titles. It provides advice such as welcoming patrons, saying thank you, recognizing others' work publicly, and setting goals. It also notes that success will take time and offers suggestions from experts like Kathy Schrock. Illustrations are credited to various sources and additional content on the topic can be found online.
Teaching Students "In" and "On" Today's Information EnvironmentLauren Pressley
This document discusses taking the library instruction course LIB100 online. It provides context on academic libraries, library instruction programs, and the guiding principles of LIB100. It then details how the instructor designed the online version of LIB100 using tools like Google Sites and Sakai. Student reactions were positive, finding it was the same rigorous course despite being online. Students reported it required more time but allowed better relationships with the instructor.
Unconferences are informal conferences where the agenda is set by participants on the day of the event. They are low-cost or free events focused on active participation. They originated from open space technology used in tech industry meetings, with an emphasis on participant-driven discussions. Planning an unconference requires a venue, date, communication tools, and flexibility. The day involves generating session topics, note-taking, and encouraging sharing of ideas in a casual atmosphere. Successful unconferences create engagement through open-ended questions and continuing conversations after the event.
This document outlines the structure and content of an online course titled "Learning 2.0" that uses various social media tools. It includes an overview of the weekly topics which involve objectives, evaluations, readings, exercises and discussions. The course utilizes tools like Facebook, blogs, tags, RSS feeds, Twitter, wikis and podcasting. It also provides help resources and notes that content is archived on other sites. The document concludes by thanking the presenter and providing their contact information.
The document discusses using weblogs or blogs in K-12 classrooms. It describes blogs as easily created websites that allow instant publishing. The document recommends blogs can be used for class portals to share course information, online portfolios to collect student work, and collaborative spaces for students to share ideas. Some benefits mentioned are fostering online communities, going paperless, organizing student work chronologically, and promoting better work through publishing. Teachers are encouraged to post lessons, questions for student reflection, and allow students and parents to contribute to the blog.
Using LibGuides to support High School Research and Library Resourceswmrhsd
This document provides tips and strategies for customizing LibGuides to meet the research needs of a school library. It encourages librarians to use LibGuides to digitize library services, collaborate with teachers to create subject and assignment-specific guides for students, and promote guides through newsletters, social media, and other means to raise awareness of library resources. The document also provides contact information for LibGuides support and examples of guides created at West Morris Regional High School District Library.
This presentation, delivered at the American Library Association 2014 Annual Conference (in Las Vegas) under the auspices of the ALA Learning Round Table, explores ways to assure that learners apply what they learn after leaving a training/learning session.
This proposed presentation was prepared for delivery at the New Media Consortium Future of Education summit held near Austin, TX January 22-24, 2013. It's based on work I've done with my colleagues Maurice Coleman, Buffy Hamilton, and Jill Hurst-Wahl, and is part of our continuing efforts to support the development of social learning centers onsite and online for libraries and other learning organizations.
This document outlines three pedagogical principles for lesson planning:
1) Engage students' preconceptions and misconceptions from previous learning.
2) Relate new concepts to factual knowledge and conceptual frameworks.
3) Facilitate learning through metacognitive strategies like self-monitoring.
The document advocates publishing student work to assess understanding and encourage creative expression that educates others.
The document provides information about using blogs for online literature circles. It defines literature circles as student book clubs and discusses how they can be adapted to an online format. It includes examples of student blog posts and comments responding to assigned readings. Guidelines are presented for setting up blogs to structure literature circle discussions, including creating pages for group information, assignments, and guidelines. The document also provides a sample set of blog guidelines that address teacher moderation, parent notification, and student privacy. Students are instructed to complete planning documents and an application to set up their online literature circle blog.
Steve Fosselman with the Grand Island Public Library will illustrate a trustee training model he calls "Intended Process", which he has used to involve and educate trustees on complex issues. Steve will use a real life example where results may vary from library to library, but it’s the process that makes it trustee education with the result of an informed decision free from too many "unintended consequences".
NCompass Live - June 13, 2012.
This document summarizes a presentation on search engine optimization (SEO) techniques for libraries. It discusses the differences between black hat and white hat SEO approaches. It then outlines several baseline white hat SEO techniques libraries can implement, including keyword analysis, writing optimized titles and descriptions, creating indexable content through site architecture and sitemaps, reducing noise in search indexes, and introducing semantic markup. Examples are provided for each technique. The presentation aims to help libraries improve discovery of their digital collections through search engines.
Most any library can be a target, so join Blake Carver, the Owner of LISHost.org, and get some ideas on how to make your library and your home more secure. Carver covers privacy, as it is closely related to security, and should be taken seriously. He shares many ways to stay safe online, how to secure your browser, PC, and other devices you and your patrons use every day. He also tackles some common security myths, talks about secure passwords and network security, as well as hardware and PC security. Carver discusses security issues that you’ll find in your library as well as tricks sysadmins can do with servers to make things safer for you, and that you’ll never see as an end user.
NCompass Live - June 6, 2012.
El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), is a celebration every day of children, families, and reading that culminates yearly on April 30. The celebration emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. In this NCompass Live session, members of the Nebraska Library Association Diversity Committee will share resources and ideas you can implement into your celebration of Día.
NCompass Live - March 27, 2013
http://nlc.nebraska.gov/ncompasslive/
While being a techie can help with computer troubleshooting, it is not necessary to be one to fix problems. Many online resources exist to help people of all technical backgrounds resolve common computer issues.
Next to Google, Wikipedia is the major source of information used by people today. But libraries also own much content that isn't available on Wikipedia, so how should we make sure users don't stop there? In this session, Aaron Tay, Senior Librarian & eServices Facilitator at National University of Singapore, will cover ideas on how to link resources from Wikipedia to library resources using various tools including John Mark Ockerbloom's Forward to Libraries service. In the opposite direction, libraries can also move in and use Wikipedia entries to enhance findability of their collections.
In this monthly feature of NCompass Live, the NLC’s Technology Innovation Librarian, Michael Sauers, will discuss the tech news of the month and share new and exciting tech for your library.
NCompass Live - June 12, 2013.
http://nlc.nebraska.gov/ncompasslive/
In 1957 an article in Wilson Library Bulletin complained that with the advent of the telephone at the reference desk, librarians couldn't provide appropriate service to patrons that come into the library. These days libraries are trying as hard as they can to provide 24/7 services whether the patron is in the library or not. In this session, Michael Sauers, Technology Innovation Librarian, at the Nebraska Library Commission takes a look at some of the state of the art technologies that are starting to be implemented in libraries today, and then presents technologies that you may not have even heard of yet, that may just change how libraries serve their communities.
This document provides an agenda and overview for a presentation on understanding MARC 21 bibliographic records. The presentation covers main entries, added entries, subject headings, and linking entries. It provides examples of MARC records with different tag fields like 1XX, 7XX, and 6XX. The document concludes with an assignment asking students to review the presentation materials on a specified website.
Presented by David Mixdorf, Director & Odessa Meyer, Children’s Librarian, South Sioux City Public Library (NE) on February 28, 2013 as part of the Big Talk From Small Libraries Conference.
http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk
In our third episode, we'll tour some of the many Web sites of independent federal government agencies. In our first session (on August 22) we covered the President's cabinet. The second session (September 19) covered the Executive Office of the President, the Legislative Branch, and the Judicial Branch.
NCompass
This document outlines a sequence of technology classes covering basic computer skills like using a keyboard and mouse, email, and Windows and Microsoft Office programs. It also includes classes on work-related skills such as using Facebook for business and searching the internet efficiently. Additionally, it covers library skills for utilizing online catalogs and placing holds, as well as social media classes on email, Facebook, Twitter, and Messenger. The full class list provides a comprehensive overview of introductory technology and software training.
This document outlines the transformation of a public library in South Sioux City, Nebraska from 2008-2012. It details how circulation, computer usage, and programming attendance all increased substantially during this period. This was accomplished through hiring a new director and staff, communicating with patrons, giving presentations, collaborating with local agencies, and focusing programming on community needs and interests. The library now offers over 1,500 programs annually, including many for adults and children. Future plans include additional educational, cultural, and technology programs.
Presented by David Mixdorf, Director & Odessa Meyer, Children’s Librarian, South Sioux City Public Library (NE) on February 28, 2013 as part of the Big Talk From Small Libraries Conference.
http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk
Fiona Beal introduces herself as a passionate educator who uses technology and her personal learning network (PLN) for professional development. She recommends teachers start a PLN by joining sites like Google Reader, Twitter, educational networks, and creating a classroom or personal blog. Maintaining a PLN takes ongoing effort but provides access to global resources and communities to support growth as a 21st century educator.
The document discusses connecting students globally through online projects. It provides examples of tools like Google Docs, Twitter, and Diigo that can enable collaboration. The document outlines seven steps to creating a "flat classroom" including getting connected online, communicating across barriers, emphasizing character, intuitive teaching, caring for student well-being, giving students choice, and learning from experienced educators. Potential online projects and partnerships are also listed.
The document discusses Nebraska Learns 2.0, a program where Nebraska libraries complete "Things" or tasks over a 16 week period to help promote learning and technology. As of October 2010, 40 Things had been completed and many blogs had been started. It encourages continued promotion of the program through blogs, Twitter, Facebook, and mailing lists. It provides links to the statewide blog and ongoing blog about the program and contact information for the program's librarian.
Metronet is a consortium of libraries in the Twin Cities metropolitan area that was established in 1980. It facilitates cooperation among different types of libraries and has different regional groups that organize various activities. Metronet maintains a website with information on local library events and resources, and it provides continuing education scholarships and programs for librarians, such as History Day workshops and an Information Literacy Conference.
Over the course of her career, Judith Way has seen school libraries evolve from traditional print collections to incorporate new technologies. When she first started, libraries focused on print books and research but now utilize digital resources, ebooks, online databases, and technology like laptops and makerspaces. Younger students especially have grown up with these technologies and prefer digital content. While print materials still have value, the modern school library caters to students' changing needs and preferences by providing both digital and print resources in a technology-rich environment.
A classroom blog AND a classroom wiki? Show me!_bealFiona Beal
Fiona Beal presented on using blogs and wikis in the classroom. She discussed how blogs allow a classroom to connect with the outside world and share experiences. Blogs can feature class news, resources, photos and videos. Wikis are collaborative websites that allow easy editing. She provided many examples of inspiring classroom blogs and wiki projects. The presentation covered how to set up blogs and wikis, add widgets, and use them for class projects and keeping resources organized. The goal was to inspire educators to integrate these tools into teaching and learning.
This document introduces several free Web 2.0 tools that can be used in middle school classrooms including Big Huge Labs, Piktochart, QR Code Monkey, and Animoto. It provides descriptions of each tool's features and limitations. Several curriculum connections are outlined for each tool, such as using Big Huge Labs to create trading cards in English Language Arts or using Piktochart to create timelines in History.
This document provides 34 ideas for using a classroom blog, including:
1) Choosing a blogging platform like Edublogs or Blogger.
2) Customizing the blog with a header, about section, and class photo.
3) Adding widgets, curriculum, photos of projects, videos, and resources.
4) Engaging students by having them write blog posts, record podcasts, and document class activities and projects.
5) Connecting with other teachers by making blog friends and following education technology blogs.
This document discusses how libraries can transition to an "Organization 2.0" model to better utilize social software and Web 2.0 technologies. It identifies common reasons why libraries' early adoption of these tools fails, including treating them as peripheral rather than strategic. The document advocates developing a risk-tolerant culture, understanding users, encouraging staff learning and participation, and integrating 2.0 philosophies into planning. It emphasizes assessing initiatives and involving staff at all levels to build an agile organization that meets changing user needs.
The document introduces the Metronet Information Literacy Initiative (MILI), which aims to help teachers and students improve research skills, identify reliable resources, and promote responsible use of information. MILI will provide guidance on incorporating the three Rs - research process, reliable resources, and responsible use - into classroom teaching and assignments. Librarians are seen as vital partners through their expertise in information access, technology, and research skills. The goals of MILI are to influence how teachers approach research, encourage collaboration between teachers and librarians, and help integrate information literacy into curriculums.
This document discusses how libraries can achieve Organization 2.0 by embracing social media technologies and Web 2.0 philosophies. It provides reasons why libraries' attempts at using these technologies sometimes fail, such as not aligning use with strategic goals or losing motivation once the newness wears off. The document advocates for having a strategic plan to integrate 2.0 technologies and philosophies by understanding users, encouraging staff learning and creativity, questioning processes, and continually assessing efforts.
Come learn about Read Around the Planet, an international standards-based videoconference project. TWICE, Michigan's videoconference organization, provides a matching service for classes to share celebrations of reading that coincide with Dr. Seuss' birthday (March 2) and World Book Day (March 5). 1950 classes participated in 2010. Learn how to participate in 2011! Read Around the Planet connections occur in English, Spanish, or French. Participating classes can also choose English as a Second Language.
Foundation Phase teachers are increasingly using technology in their classrooms. Teachers in South Africa now have access to free online courses, webinars, and social media platforms like Twitter and Pinterest to connect with other educators. Young students are also starting to use technology at earlier ages. Kindergarten and Grade 1 teachers highlighted use social media, blogs, Skype, and digital portfolios to collaborate globally and enhance learning. While classrooms were once isolated, technology now allows easy connections between classrooms worldwide. The conclusion is that technology, used appropriately, can support good teaching by allowing students to learn in ways that align with their digital interests and skills.
Metronet is a consortium established in 1980 to facilitate cooperation among libraries. It coordinates various programs and activities for libraries, including History Day at Your Library and the Metronet Information Literacy Initiative (MILI). MILI is a professional development program that focuses on incorporating information and technology literacy standards into classroom teaching using tools like blogs, wikis, and other Web 2.0 technologies. Participants attend monthly webinars and meetings to share knowledge and suggestions. School districts provide credits and incentives for teacher participation and help enable classroom use of discussed tools.
Personalizing PD for Administrators with resourcesTS Bray
This document discusses ways for administrators to personalize their professional development through creating a personal learning network (PLN). It provides various online resources for administrators to connect with communities on sites like Classroom 2.0, through social media like Facebook groups and Twitter chats, and to find blogs written by other administrators. The document encourages administrators to grow their PLN by exploring these online tools and resources in order to continuously learn and improve.
Libraries exist in multiple places these days - not just through their websites, but in social media as well. What are the most common mistakes libraries make online? How can you make your library stand out without violating online community standards? Learn to re-think how your library presents itself to the world online.
Libraries exist in multiple places these days - not just through their websites, but in social media as well. What are the most common mistakes libraries make online? How can you make your library stand out without violating online community standards? Learn to re-think how your library presents itself to the world online.
NCompass Live - June 5, 2024
http://nlc.nebraska.gov/NCompassLive/
Trying to connect and understand teenagers can be difficult and overwhelming at times. So how do you attract teens to the library and keep them engaged? This presentation will offer tips on how to connect with teens, build relationships, along with programming ideas to keep them coming back. Maybe they’ll even bring their friends!
Presenter: Mari Vasquez, Youth Services Librarian, Crete (NE) Public Library.
NCompass Live - April 10, 2024
http://nlc.nebraska.gov/ncompasslive/
Libraries have been offering programming for decades, and in many cases the model has been, "Let’s plan a program, promote it, and see who shows up." This approach hasn’t changed much, even with social and technological changes, not to mention the pandemic and streaming programs. Program planning with a marketing mindset starts with identifying your customer’s needs and wants, then developing programs and services to meet those needs and wants. We’ll discuss how to use research – quantitative and qualitative – to plan and market programs that will engage your customers. We’ll talk about "bundling" programs and services for different audience segments. We’ll also cover how this more strategic approach can save time and resources for your library.
Presenter: Cordelia Anderson, Library Marketing and Communications Consultant, Cordelia Anderson Consulting.
Katarina Spears, Library Director; Baylee Hughes, Community Engagement Librarian, James L. Hamner Public Library, Amelia Court House, VA (Population served: 13,400)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk
Katarina Spears, Library Director; Baylee Hughes, Community Engagement Librarian, James L. Hamner Public Library, Amelia Court House, VA (Population served: 13,400)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk
Katarina Spears, Library Director; Baylee Hughes, Community Engagement Librarian, James L. Hamner Public Library, Amelia Court House, VA (Population served: 13,400)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk
Katarina Spears, Library Director; Baylee Hughes, Community Engagement Librarian, James L. Hamner Public Library, Amelia Court House, VA (Population served: 13,400)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk
Katarina Spears, Library Director; Baylee Hughes, Community Engagement Librarian, James L. Hamner Public Library, Amelia Court House, VA (Population served: 13,400)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk
Erin Crockett, Library Director, Carroll County Library, Huntingdon, TN (Population served: 4,433)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
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Alec Staley, Branch Manager, Worcester County Library – Ocean City Branch, Ocean City, MD (Population served: 6,900)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
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Katarina Spears, Library Director; Baylee Hughes, Community Engagement Librarian, James L. Hamner Public Library, Amelia Court House, VA (Population served: 13,400)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
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Amber Sweetland, Director, Kimball Public Library, Kimball, NE (Population served: 2,500)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
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Abbie Steuhm, Research & Scholarship Librarian, Karl E. Mundt Library, Dakota State University, Madison, SD (FTE: 2,000)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
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Karen Mier, Library Director, Plattsmouth Public Library, Plattsmouth, NE (Population served: 6,620)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
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Jennifer Chess, Communications & Marketing Librarian; Lori Mullooly, Events and Programming Librarian; Lisa Gomez, Exhibition Librarian; U.S. Military Academy Library, West Point, NY (FTE: 4,400)
Big Talk From Small Libraries 2024
February 23, 2024
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NCompass Live - March 13, 2024
While every library is unique, they all seem to share one thing in common: they could use more money! Grant funding might be the just thing to help buy technology for STEM programming, get a new service initiative off the ground, or complete a renovation. But applying for grants can be overwhelming – and that’s assuming you can even find one for which you qualify. This session aims to introduce you to the tools to make the grant application process more easily navigable. In this session, Kathryn will provide tips for putting your best foot forward when it comes time to submit your proposal. Handouts include a roadmap to success and descriptions of various sections of the application.
Presenter: Kathryn Brockmeier, Grant Consultant.
NCompass Live - February 14, 2024
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Nebraska’s statewide education network, Network Nebraska, has made great strides in expanding broadband services and fostering digital equity in the state. By significantly expanding access to eduroam* in community anchor institutions, such as K-12 schools, community colleges, and libraries, ConnectEd Nebraska has made an important impact on the state’s educational landscape. In addition, ConnectEd Nebraska is piloting innovative collaborations between school districts and local ISPs to expand access to eduroam in unique ways that go beyond traditional anchor institutions, reducing barriers to broadband access and enhancing educational opportunities. Attend this session to learn what eduroam is, where it's deployed throughout the state, and how your library can get involved.
More information is available at https://connectednebraska.com/
* eduroam is a secure, world-wide roaming access service developed for the research and education community that allows students, researchers, and staff from participating institutions to obtain Internet connectivity across campus and when visiting other participating sites.
Presenter: Brett Bieber, Assistant Vice President, IT Client Services, University of Nebraska.
NCompass Live - February 7, 2024
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Do you have WiFi questions? Sherm has the answers!
On this episode on NCompass Live, the Nebraska Library Commission's Library Technology Support Specialist, Andrew 'Sherm' Sherman, will cover:
The current standards of WiFi technology
What WiFi standards and equipment libraries should be utilizing
The pros and cons of the different WiFi configurations in a library environment
The assistance Sherm can provide to libraries with their WiFi and other technology needs
NCompass Live - January 24, 2024
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Brief book talks and reviews of new titles recommended to school and public librarians, covering both middle and high school levels, that were published within the last year.
Presenter: Sally Snyder, Coordinator of Children and Young Adult Library Services, Nebraska Library Commission and Dana Fontaine, Librarian, Fremont High School.
NCompass Live - January 17, 2024
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Have you wondered if your library's website needs some work? How do you decide that, without being subjective? How do you know what to measure, or how to measure it? There are many current standards for content, images, navigation, usability, and more that can be readily applied to your website, allowing for a more objective analysis of what you currently have. A website audit can provide a valuable framework, especially before beginning a full or even partial redesign of your library's site. Learn about data-based principles that can guide your future work and discover some tools that can provide concrete specifics for elements that may need attention.
Presenter: Laura Solomon, MCIW, MLS is the Library Services Manager for the Ohio Public Library Information Network (OPLIN). She has been doing web development and design for more than twenty years, in both public libraries and as an independent consultant. She specializes in developing with Drupal. She is a 2010 Library Journal Mover & Shaker. She's written three books about social media and content marketing, specifically for libraries, and speaks nationally on both these and technology-related topics. As a former children's librarian, she enjoys bringing the "fun of technology" to audiences and in giving libraries the tools they need to better serve the virtual customer.
NCompass Live - January 10, 2024
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What is the Nebraska Library Commission? Who are we? What do we do?
To kick off 2024, we will introduce you to the people and departments of the Nebraska Library Commission.
In Part 2, you will meet Christa Porter, Library Development Director; Tessa Timperly, Communications Coordinator; Gabe Kramer, Talking Book & Braille Service Director; and Devra Dragos, Technology & Access Services Director.
Gender and Mental Health - Counselling and Family Therapy Applications and In...PsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
Temple of Asclepius in Thrace. Excavation resultsKrassimira Luka
The temple and the sanctuary around were dedicated to Asklepios Zmidrenus. This name has been known since 1875 when an inscription dedicated to him was discovered in Rome. The inscription is dated in 227 AD and was left by soldiers originating from the city of Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv).
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
This document provides an overview of wound healing, its functions, stages, mechanisms, factors affecting it, and complications.
A wound is a break in the integrity of the skin or tissues, which may be associated with disruption of the structure and function.
Healing is the body’s response to injury in an attempt to restore normal structure and functions.
Healing can occur in two ways: Regeneration and Repair
There are 4 phases of wound healing: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. This document also describes the mechanism of wound healing. Factors that affect healing include infection, uncontrolled diabetes, poor nutrition, age, anemia, the presence of foreign bodies, etc.
Complications of wound healing like infection, hyperpigmentation of scar, contractures, and keloid formation.
THE SACRIFICE HOW PRO-PALESTINE PROTESTS STUDENTS ARE SACRIFICING TO CHANGE T...indexPub
The recent surge in pro-Palestine student activism has prompted significant responses from universities, ranging from negotiations and divestment commitments to increased transparency about investments in companies supporting the war on Gaza. This activism has led to the cessation of student encampments but also highlighted the substantial sacrifices made by students, including academic disruptions and personal risks. The primary drivers of these protests are poor university administration, lack of transparency, and inadequate communication between officials and students. This study examines the profound emotional, psychological, and professional impacts on students engaged in pro-Palestine protests, focusing on Generation Z's (Gen-Z) activism dynamics. This paper explores the significant sacrifices made by these students and even the professors supporting the pro-Palestine movement, with a focus on recent global movements. Through an in-depth analysis of printed and electronic media, the study examines the impacts of these sacrifices on the academic and personal lives of those involved. The paper highlights examples from various universities, demonstrating student activism's long-term and short-term effects, including disciplinary actions, social backlash, and career implications. The researchers also explore the broader implications of student sacrifices. The findings reveal that these sacrifices are driven by a profound commitment to justice and human rights, and are influenced by the increasing availability of information, peer interactions, and personal convictions. The study also discusses the broader implications of this activism, comparing it to historical precedents and assessing its potential to influence policy and public opinion. The emotional and psychological toll on student activists is significant, but their sense of purpose and community support mitigates some of these challenges. However, the researchers call for acknowledging the broader Impact of these sacrifices on the future global movement of FreePalestine.
This presentation was provided by Rebecca Benner, Ph.D., of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
This presentation was provided by Racquel Jemison, Ph.D., Christina MacLaughlin, Ph.D., and Paulomi Majumder. Ph.D., all of the American Chemical Society, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
6. 7 ½ Habits of Highly Successful
Lifelong Learners
• Habit 1: Begin with the end in mind
• Habit 2: Accept responsibility for your own
learning
• Habit 3: View problems as challenges
• Habit 4: Have confidence in yourself as a
competent, effective learner
• Habit 5: Create your own learning toolbox
• Habit 6: Use technology to your advantage
• Habit 7: Teach/mentor others
• Habit 7 ½: Play!
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• Blog
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• Mailing lists
• Do each others’ Things
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• Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg
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http://plcmclearning.blogspot.com/
http://explorediscoverplay.blogspot.com/
• 23 Things for Professional Development –
Cambridge, UK
http://cpd23.blogspot.com/
• Learning for Life Online – Boston Public Library
http://blog.bpl.org/lifeonline/
29. Research
• Helene Blowers’ Learning 2.0: 23 Things
Survey
http://www.heleneblowers.info/2009/07/learning-20-23-
things-survey.html
• The Impact and Effect of Learning 2.0
Programs in Australian Public Libraries
http://tametheweb.com/2012/03/18/new-research-
article-the-impact-and-effect-of-learning-2-0-programs-
in-australian-public-libraries/
http://www.library20.com/forum/topics/23-things-as-
transformative-learning-promoting-confidence
• Dr. Michael Stephens Awarded Grant to
Explore Efficacy of Learning 2.0 Program
http://tametheweb.com/2011/12/17/stephens-awarded-
grant/
In 1562, at age 87. http://www.flickr.com/photos/mimax/303567279/
Senior Room computer stations where the minimum age of users is 55. Many are much older. Takoma Park Maryland Library.
The original Learning 2.0 program was designed by Helene Blowers, PLCMC Technology Director, with the support and assistance of several staff and is loosely based upon Stephen Abram’s article, 43 Things I (or You) might want to do this year (Information Outlook – Feb 2006) and the website 43Things.
http://nlc.nebraska.gov/learning2.0/February 11 - April 13, 20089 weeksParticipation voluntary – they were our guinea pigs. There were49 NLC staff25 started – 50% of staff9 completed – 36% of the 25 who startedSelf-reported, but checked by us.Every NLC staff member who completed all 23 things was entered into a drawing for three donated MP3 players Director of NLC purchased with his own $. April 15 - Library Worker Appreciation Day Finale – Party and drawing of prizes
Went statewide that Fall. Open to all Nebraska library staff, board members. October 6, 2008 - January 26, 2009Business cards handed out at NLA, etc.:23 Things - 16 Weeks15 CE Credits - 9 MP3 Playershttp://l2ne.blogspot.com/2008/09/home.htmlHad to complete ALL Things to earn 15 CE and chance to win prize.Nine 8GB Creative Zen MP3 Players – Prize $ to purchase MP3 players donated by ITART(Information Technology and Access Round Table), NEMA(Nebraska Educational Media Association) and NLA(Nebraska Library Association).blogs created by participants: 165blog posts by participants: 2383 (2406)comments left on the NEL2 blog: 2257e-mails sent amongst 4 NLC staff running the program: 345Participants who finished: 83 – 50% - High complete rate due to CE creditNCompass Live – February 11, 2009 – “Nebraska Learns 2.0 Wrap-up” – prizes drawn
Current ongoing program - http://nelearns.blogspot.com/2009/03/home.htmlAnnounced in April 2009. First Thing in May. October 2012– Thing #60!At the start (April-May)47 people set up blogs, told us they were going to do it18 from first program29 new people.As of June 2009 – 16 of those new 29 had completed new prerequisite.1 CE for each Thing completed. Do whichever ones they want, jump in and out as they like. If you aren’t interested or don’t have time for a thing during its month, skip it and see what we’re doing next month.
January 2012 - moved this blog in-house and onto the Commission's WordPress installation. The URL for this program going forward is http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/nelearns. For continuity's sake, all of the content and comments from this blog has been copied over to the new site but this version will continue to live here as is, so as to continue to support any links from other sites that have been created.
February 2012, a BookThing was added to the program.Inspired by list of context books that Michael Stephens, professor at the School of Library and Information Science at San Jose University, has his students read and report on. http://tametheweb.com/2012/01/22/context-books-for-the-hyperlinked-library/
From May 2009-Sept. 2012:197 Things posts89 Blogs Created
Top 4 Outcomes & Impacts:-Increased knowledge and comfort level with social media/2.0 tools -Increased confidence in ones’ own ability as competent learner-Teambulding among coworkers-New and Improved enhancements to customer services. Also, Active Management Participation is the key defining factor in creating a successful learning program.
Results: “increased confidence, inclusivity, and a move to use emerging technologies as part of library service.”