Delivered by Christine Miller of East Dunbartonshire Council at the Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in Scotland (CILIPS), which took place 1-3 June 2009.
This document is a letter from Welling School informing parents about an Anthropology Workshop Day for Year 12 Sociology students. The workshop will take place on July 8th at the British Museum in London, and will provide students an opportunity to learn about potential careers in Anthropology. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event. Parents are asked to sign a permission form acknowledging the details of the event and their child's responsibility for their own welfare and transportation that day.
The volunteer worked on several projects in Askvoll, Norway from 2019-2020 including assisting at the local kindergarten, working with the Red Cross at an elderly home, assisting at a Montessori school, taking Norwegian classes, and volunteering at a summer camp. The volunteer learned to be flexible, appreciate nature, and feel supported by the community. Norway provided opportunities for personal growth and discovery, and Askvoll allowed the volunteer to feel both important within the small community as well as insignificant surrounded by the fjords and mountains.
UKOLN is supported by various organizations and had several staff members engaged in events on June 3rd, 2009. Staff members Liz Lyon and Paul Walk attended a Microsoft Round Table, Brian Kelly spoke at a CILIP conference in Scotland, and Monica Duke and Adrian Stevenson presented SWORD at the British Library. UKOLN also welcomed a new remote worker, Emma Huber.
The Aquinas Centre at St Mary's University College in Twickenham, London will host its annual conference on June 21-22, 2010. The conference will take place over two days, with Day 1 featuring lectures on educational aims, values, and school improvement. Day 2 will include a keynote on community renaissance and three colloquiums on topics such as teacher education research. Attendees can choose to attend one or both days, and prices vary from £120 to £190 depending on attendance and student status. Contact information is provided for registration.
This document summarizes a 6-day Erasmus+ meeting between schools in Romania and Poland focused on promoting gender equality and equal opportunities. The meeting included workshops and activities on topics like gender equality in sports and society, language learning, and European citizenship. Students and teachers from Romania visited several historic and cultural sites in Poland and participated in workshops, demonstrations, and lessons with their Polish partners to encourage understanding and respect between all groups.
Engaging libraries and science - East Dunbartonshire’s Intergenerational Brai...CILIPScotland
The document describes the Brainworks Project, an initiative run by 14 UK public libraries including two in Scotland, Dundee and East Dunbartonshire. The project aimed to engage teenagers and older adults through a series of workshops, events and activities exploring brain development and science. Over 1500 interactions took place involving approximately 500 people through workshops, talks, experiments and intergenerational activities such as Bookbug reading sessions and a Science Ceilidh dance. Experts from local universities contributed to panels and sessions.
When tech and history collide - CLA 2014Chase McMunn
Engage your community in local history by jump-starting a video history project or online archive in your library. Whether you
are looking to start a local history collection or already have an established local history collection, see how technology can enhance access to materials, from digitization and online archives to in-library touchscreen monitors. Learn how to conduct research, digitize items, team with community partners, and overcome common challenges. Librarians from the successful digital history projects Foto East LA, Burlingame Living History Project, The Phoenix Project: Reclaiming Moorpark’s History, and Topanga Digital History Project will overview their experience and provide quick tips on how to get started in your community.
The document discusses the key changes and challenges of implementing the Australian Curriculum for history. It outlines the structure of the history curriculum from primary to secondary school, which includes overviews and depth studies. It acknowledges some new content but emphasizes that much of the primary content was already covered. The biggest change is the inclusion of overviews to provide context for depth studies and a broader chronology. Resources and strategies are provided to help teachers integrate the overviews into their courses.
This document is a letter from Welling School informing parents about an Anthropology Workshop Day for Year 12 Sociology students. The workshop will take place on July 8th at the British Museum in London, and will provide students an opportunity to learn about potential careers in Anthropology. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event. Parents are asked to sign a permission form acknowledging the details of the event and their child's responsibility for their own welfare and transportation that day.
The volunteer worked on several projects in Askvoll, Norway from 2019-2020 including assisting at the local kindergarten, working with the Red Cross at an elderly home, assisting at a Montessori school, taking Norwegian classes, and volunteering at a summer camp. The volunteer learned to be flexible, appreciate nature, and feel supported by the community. Norway provided opportunities for personal growth and discovery, and Askvoll allowed the volunteer to feel both important within the small community as well as insignificant surrounded by the fjords and mountains.
UKOLN is supported by various organizations and had several staff members engaged in events on June 3rd, 2009. Staff members Liz Lyon and Paul Walk attended a Microsoft Round Table, Brian Kelly spoke at a CILIP conference in Scotland, and Monica Duke and Adrian Stevenson presented SWORD at the British Library. UKOLN also welcomed a new remote worker, Emma Huber.
The Aquinas Centre at St Mary's University College in Twickenham, London will host its annual conference on June 21-22, 2010. The conference will take place over two days, with Day 1 featuring lectures on educational aims, values, and school improvement. Day 2 will include a keynote on community renaissance and three colloquiums on topics such as teacher education research. Attendees can choose to attend one or both days, and prices vary from £120 to £190 depending on attendance and student status. Contact information is provided for registration.
This document summarizes a 6-day Erasmus+ meeting between schools in Romania and Poland focused on promoting gender equality and equal opportunities. The meeting included workshops and activities on topics like gender equality in sports and society, language learning, and European citizenship. Students and teachers from Romania visited several historic and cultural sites in Poland and participated in workshops, demonstrations, and lessons with their Polish partners to encourage understanding and respect between all groups.
Engaging libraries and science - East Dunbartonshire’s Intergenerational Brai...CILIPScotland
The document describes the Brainworks Project, an initiative run by 14 UK public libraries including two in Scotland, Dundee and East Dunbartonshire. The project aimed to engage teenagers and older adults through a series of workshops, events and activities exploring brain development and science. Over 1500 interactions took place involving approximately 500 people through workshops, talks, experiments and intergenerational activities such as Bookbug reading sessions and a Science Ceilidh dance. Experts from local universities contributed to panels and sessions.
When tech and history collide - CLA 2014Chase McMunn
Engage your community in local history by jump-starting a video history project or online archive in your library. Whether you
are looking to start a local history collection or already have an established local history collection, see how technology can enhance access to materials, from digitization and online archives to in-library touchscreen monitors. Learn how to conduct research, digitize items, team with community partners, and overcome common challenges. Librarians from the successful digital history projects Foto East LA, Burlingame Living History Project, The Phoenix Project: Reclaiming Moorpark’s History, and Topanga Digital History Project will overview their experience and provide quick tips on how to get started in your community.
The document discusses the key changes and challenges of implementing the Australian Curriculum for history. It outlines the structure of the history curriculum from primary to secondary school, which includes overviews and depth studies. It acknowledges some new content but emphasizes that much of the primary content was already covered. The biggest change is the inclusion of overviews to provide context for depth studies and a broader chronology. Resources and strategies are provided to help teachers integrate the overviews into their courses.
The UCAS Induction Programme Summer 2014 spans 3 days and provides students with information and guidance on applying to university through UCAS. On the first day, students will receive an introduction to UCAS and the application process, hear from university representatives, and begin drafting their personal statements. The second day focuses on completing online applications with practice, researching careers and universities, and meeting with tutors. Students also have the option to participate in games. The final day is reserved for open days at local universities to further aid the application process.
The student had a fantastic time at the 6th Erasmus Plus meeting in Łódź, Poland. They visited an interesting country with friendly people and discovered the culture together with other international students. The student made great friends, practiced speaking English, and worked on an innovative product. The host family was very kind and made the student feel at home, though the school food was not very good. The school activities and trips were interesting and provided exposure to Polish traditions. The student enjoyed sightseeing around Łódź with their host family, being impressed by the large city and shopping center. They had no problems speaking English during the trip and felt it helped break down language barriers. The student thanked the Polish team
Erasmus+ cliche lesson plan estonia dollsVivi Carouzou
This lesson plan introduces 9th grade students to the traditional art of talisman rag doll making by the Old Believers in Estonia. Over the course of two lessons, students will learn about the history, symbolism, techniques, materials, and processes used by the Old Believers to create talisman rag dolls. They will analyze the cultural and symbolic value of these dolls, and then create their own talisman rag doll by shaping wool, adding fabric, and decorative elements. Presentations on related Estonian and Old Believer traditions will allow students to share what they learned. The lesson aims to develop students' cultural identity and understanding of traditional crafts and ceremonies.
The document discusses the author's experience visiting Poland from September 26-30. In 3 sentences:
The author enjoyed the kindness of the Polish people, especially their host family who offered food and drinks upon late night arrival. During school, the author was struck by the kindness of Polish students and playing ping pong together. Overall the trip to Poland was a very important experience where the author had fun and would like to visit another country to learn about its people.
The Life in Oxford program offers a variety of summer programs for students to experience life and study in Oxford, England. Students can choose between a 2-week or 4-week program focusing on English language learning, academic preparation, cultural and historical study, or a study tour for younger students. The programs include classes, activities, excursions and accommodations with a host family to fully immerse students in Oxford life.
Erasmus+ Cliche Lesson plan about traditional games of the Old Believers in E...Vivi Carouzou
This lesson plan introduces 3rd grade students to traditional games of the Old Believers community in Estonia. The plan has two parts, with an in-class portion where the teacher discusses the history and culture of the Old Believers and leads the students in practicing some traditional games. The homework portion asks students to research the Old Believers online and answer questions about them, as well as draw a picture of Old Believers playing games and email it to the teacher. The goal is for students to learn about this unique religious group as part of Estonia's cultural heritage through physical activity and independent study.
The document summarizes a trip diary from a meeting in Poland from April 3-7, 2017 for the Erasmus+ project "S/HE EQUAL IN EUROPE". Key events included a welcome ceremony and dance show by Polish students, workshops on women's equality in Poland and for teachers/students, a trip to Krakow including visits to Oskar Schindler's factory and the Wawel Castle, a meeting with the Mayor of Ropczyce, a bowling competition between students and teachers promoting equality, and a festive dinner before departures on the last day.
Delivered by Ann Middlemiss of Glasgow Metropolitan College at the Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in Scotland (CILIPS), which took place 1-3 June 2009.
Delivered by Brian Kelly of UKOLN at the Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in Scotland (CILIPS), which took place 1-3 June 2009.
This document discusses the legal issues surrounding the use of Web 2.0 tools. It identifies potential areas of law that may be implicated, such as intellectual property, accessibility, liability, and data protection. It notes that when using others' Web 2.0 tools or requiring staff to use tools, institutions should consider copyright of collaborations and third-party content. The document also provides guidance on mitigating legal risks, answering common questions, and lists additional resources for legal issues related to Web 2.0.
The document provides information on developing national guidelines for library use of Web2.0 technologies. It discusses the objectives of using various Web2.0 services, barriers to adoption, and the aims and scope of creating guidelines—including printed guidelines and web content—to advocate for and support libraries' use of Web2.0.
This document summarizes the agenda and key points from a presentation on public procurement reform in Scotland. The presentation discusses the McClelland report which recommended changes to procurement practices, the vision for reform, and strategies to enable the reform through centers of expertise, policies, skills development, technology, and developing a competitive supplier base.
The document outlines plans for a National Digital Library in Finland to aggregate and provide access to the digital collections of libraries, archives, and museums. The goals are to [1] create a common user interface by 2011 for searching across these collections, [2] digitize important cultural heritage materials, and [3] develop long-term preservation solutions. It will work with Europeana to increase the visibility and impact of Finnish cultural collections internationally. Realizing this vision requires national coordination, common standards, and sustainable funding and resources.
Presentation of the range of Access Apps partially funded by JISC which serve to assist users who may, for example, have difficulty reading on screen text.
Given at the Equality and Diversity day on the 17th November 2009.
Andrew Payne, head of Education and Outreach, National Archives, London, pape...Arkivformidling
The document discusses the National Archives' work in education and outreach, including their responsibility to make government records accessible to all. It provides statistics on the Archives' education department staffing and budget as well as the number of students taught and website visitors. The Archives aims to support the curriculum through various taught sessions and resources that encourage students to engage in historical inquiry using primary sources.
This document discusses the history and philosophies of early childhood education in England and Canada. It outlines key aspects of curriculum and program structures in England, including child-centered learning through play, emphasis on children's interests, and using the environment as a third teacher. It also discusses government policies to increase access to subsidized child care and preschool. The roles and requirements of early childhood educators are examined, including enjoying working with children and having a minimum 2-year early childhood education credential.
Think Together Talk Together – Lorna Chappell and Linda Bankier
Case study of a Berwick Children’s Centre Family Learning Course, focusing on developing family communication skills through museum objects.
This document outlines a school project for students to learn about aspects of British culture by researching topics in groups and creating a PowerPoint presentation. The procedure involves forming groups to research topics like British symbols, festivals, sports, food, etiquette, the royal family, government, and travel tips. Students will individually research their topic and then share information in their group to create a presentation to present to the class. Completing the project successfully will teach students about British culture and allow them to identify similarities and differences to their own culture.
Introducing Historical Texts' new resources for learning and teachingJisc
This webinar introduces new resources created by Jisc's Historical Texts service to support learning and teaching with historical texts. The resources include themed reading lists, guidance on searching the text collections, and assessment tools like title mash-ups. The goal is to make it easier for students and academics to explore and analyze the vast archives in the Historical Texts collections. Feedback is sought on how the resources are being used and how they could be improved or expanded in the future.
The document discusses the role of The National Archives in providing educational resources to schools. It aims to inspire students and support teachers by widening access to archival sources. The Archives is responsible for preserving and providing access to government records of the past and present. It encourages students to conduct original research using primary sources from museums, galleries, and archives. Teachers are also offered professional development opportunities to strengthen history teaching, including online courses and a master's program.
The UCAS Induction Programme Summer 2014 spans 3 days and provides students with information and guidance on applying to university through UCAS. On the first day, students will receive an introduction to UCAS and the application process, hear from university representatives, and begin drafting their personal statements. The second day focuses on completing online applications with practice, researching careers and universities, and meeting with tutors. Students also have the option to participate in games. The final day is reserved for open days at local universities to further aid the application process.
The student had a fantastic time at the 6th Erasmus Plus meeting in Łódź, Poland. They visited an interesting country with friendly people and discovered the culture together with other international students. The student made great friends, practiced speaking English, and worked on an innovative product. The host family was very kind and made the student feel at home, though the school food was not very good. The school activities and trips were interesting and provided exposure to Polish traditions. The student enjoyed sightseeing around Łódź with their host family, being impressed by the large city and shopping center. They had no problems speaking English during the trip and felt it helped break down language barriers. The student thanked the Polish team
Erasmus+ cliche lesson plan estonia dollsVivi Carouzou
This lesson plan introduces 9th grade students to the traditional art of talisman rag doll making by the Old Believers in Estonia. Over the course of two lessons, students will learn about the history, symbolism, techniques, materials, and processes used by the Old Believers to create talisman rag dolls. They will analyze the cultural and symbolic value of these dolls, and then create their own talisman rag doll by shaping wool, adding fabric, and decorative elements. Presentations on related Estonian and Old Believer traditions will allow students to share what they learned. The lesson aims to develop students' cultural identity and understanding of traditional crafts and ceremonies.
The document discusses the author's experience visiting Poland from September 26-30. In 3 sentences:
The author enjoyed the kindness of the Polish people, especially their host family who offered food and drinks upon late night arrival. During school, the author was struck by the kindness of Polish students and playing ping pong together. Overall the trip to Poland was a very important experience where the author had fun and would like to visit another country to learn about its people.
The Life in Oxford program offers a variety of summer programs for students to experience life and study in Oxford, England. Students can choose between a 2-week or 4-week program focusing on English language learning, academic preparation, cultural and historical study, or a study tour for younger students. The programs include classes, activities, excursions and accommodations with a host family to fully immerse students in Oxford life.
Erasmus+ Cliche Lesson plan about traditional games of the Old Believers in E...Vivi Carouzou
This lesson plan introduces 3rd grade students to traditional games of the Old Believers community in Estonia. The plan has two parts, with an in-class portion where the teacher discusses the history and culture of the Old Believers and leads the students in practicing some traditional games. The homework portion asks students to research the Old Believers online and answer questions about them, as well as draw a picture of Old Believers playing games and email it to the teacher. The goal is for students to learn about this unique religious group as part of Estonia's cultural heritage through physical activity and independent study.
The document summarizes a trip diary from a meeting in Poland from April 3-7, 2017 for the Erasmus+ project "S/HE EQUAL IN EUROPE". Key events included a welcome ceremony and dance show by Polish students, workshops on women's equality in Poland and for teachers/students, a trip to Krakow including visits to Oskar Schindler's factory and the Wawel Castle, a meeting with the Mayor of Ropczyce, a bowling competition between students and teachers promoting equality, and a festive dinner before departures on the last day.
Delivered by Ann Middlemiss of Glasgow Metropolitan College at the Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in Scotland (CILIPS), which took place 1-3 June 2009.
Delivered by Brian Kelly of UKOLN at the Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in Scotland (CILIPS), which took place 1-3 June 2009.
This document discusses the legal issues surrounding the use of Web 2.0 tools. It identifies potential areas of law that may be implicated, such as intellectual property, accessibility, liability, and data protection. It notes that when using others' Web 2.0 tools or requiring staff to use tools, institutions should consider copyright of collaborations and third-party content. The document also provides guidance on mitigating legal risks, answering common questions, and lists additional resources for legal issues related to Web 2.0.
The document provides information on developing national guidelines for library use of Web2.0 technologies. It discusses the objectives of using various Web2.0 services, barriers to adoption, and the aims and scope of creating guidelines—including printed guidelines and web content—to advocate for and support libraries' use of Web2.0.
This document summarizes the agenda and key points from a presentation on public procurement reform in Scotland. The presentation discusses the McClelland report which recommended changes to procurement practices, the vision for reform, and strategies to enable the reform through centers of expertise, policies, skills development, technology, and developing a competitive supplier base.
The document outlines plans for a National Digital Library in Finland to aggregate and provide access to the digital collections of libraries, archives, and museums. The goals are to [1] create a common user interface by 2011 for searching across these collections, [2] digitize important cultural heritage materials, and [3] develop long-term preservation solutions. It will work with Europeana to increase the visibility and impact of Finnish cultural collections internationally. Realizing this vision requires national coordination, common standards, and sustainable funding and resources.
Presentation of the range of Access Apps partially funded by JISC which serve to assist users who may, for example, have difficulty reading on screen text.
Given at the Equality and Diversity day on the 17th November 2009.
Andrew Payne, head of Education and Outreach, National Archives, London, pape...Arkivformidling
The document discusses the National Archives' work in education and outreach, including their responsibility to make government records accessible to all. It provides statistics on the Archives' education department staffing and budget as well as the number of students taught and website visitors. The Archives aims to support the curriculum through various taught sessions and resources that encourage students to engage in historical inquiry using primary sources.
This document discusses the history and philosophies of early childhood education in England and Canada. It outlines key aspects of curriculum and program structures in England, including child-centered learning through play, emphasis on children's interests, and using the environment as a third teacher. It also discusses government policies to increase access to subsidized child care and preschool. The roles and requirements of early childhood educators are examined, including enjoying working with children and having a minimum 2-year early childhood education credential.
Think Together Talk Together – Lorna Chappell and Linda Bankier
Case study of a Berwick Children’s Centre Family Learning Course, focusing on developing family communication skills through museum objects.
This document outlines a school project for students to learn about aspects of British culture by researching topics in groups and creating a PowerPoint presentation. The procedure involves forming groups to research topics like British symbols, festivals, sports, food, etiquette, the royal family, government, and travel tips. Students will individually research their topic and then share information in their group to create a presentation to present to the class. Completing the project successfully will teach students about British culture and allow them to identify similarities and differences to their own culture.
Introducing Historical Texts' new resources for learning and teachingJisc
This webinar introduces new resources created by Jisc's Historical Texts service to support learning and teaching with historical texts. The resources include themed reading lists, guidance on searching the text collections, and assessment tools like title mash-ups. The goal is to make it easier for students and academics to explore and analyze the vast archives in the Historical Texts collections. Feedback is sought on how the resources are being used and how they could be improved or expanded in the future.
The document discusses the role of The National Archives in providing educational resources to schools. It aims to inspire students and support teachers by widening access to archival sources. The Archives is responsible for preserving and providing access to government records of the past and present. It encourages students to conduct original research using primary sources from museums, galleries, and archives. Teachers are also offered professional development opportunities to strengthen history teaching, including online courses and a master's program.
The document summarizes an intergenerational cooking project in the UK called ALPP (Adult Learning and Lifelong Learning Program) that brought together adults and children. Over multiple sessions, the groups worked together to cook meals, eat together, and share stories. Participants learned cooking skills, cultural foods, communication, teamwork, and understanding between generations through sharing ideas and experiences. Feedback found the activities enjoyable and that participants would like to attend similar events and cook together again in the future. The project aimed to foster intergenerational learning and understanding through creative activities like cooking.
Event advertisement - part of campaign series that offered more detail on what to anticipate as well as purpose and motivation for attendance to event. Goal: registration and event attendance.
Mary Flanagan M. Ed., coordinates family learning work in Co. Clare since 2006 as part of LCETB literacy provision. She uses an interagency approach working with schools and organisations in the community. She has written and developed publications and published articles on family learning. Mary provides training at national level in the area of Family Learning/Literacy and lectures on both B. A. and Higher Certificate WIT Family Literacy Module. She is interested in reaching adults using innovative methods who are least likely to engage in education provision.
This document discusses the growth and development of LibTeachMeets, which are informal conferences where librarians share ideas and teaching techniques with each other in short presentations. LibTeachMeets started in Cambridge in 2010 and have since spread to several other UK cities. They follow a model of 2-5 minute presentations on topics presenters have tried themselves, with no sales pitches allowed. Feedback indicates they are an effective way for librarians to learn from and network with each other.
The document summarizes research on developing an information literacy framework for teachers and students in North Ayrshire, Scotland. It outlines the goals of establishing common terminology around information literacy skills, a framework for observing these skills, and the subsequent development of the North Ayrshire Information Literacy Toolkit. Key findings from observing students revealed weaknesses in defining problems and questions, refining research, and critically analyzing information. The toolkit aims to help primary students develop lifelong skills in identifying, locating, evaluating, organizing and using information effectively.
This document provides information for parents about the upcoming school year at St. John Lutheran School. It introduces new staff members and highlights improvements from the school's annual survey. Initiatives such as "Cougar Pride" and a 1-1 laptop program are discussed. The school's strategic plan through 2015 is also summarized, focusing on financial sustainability, early childhood education, technology integration, and developing students spiritually and academically. Upcoming community events are listed at the end.
The document summarizes the Early Literacy Parties in Spanish program run by King County Library System. It provides details about the program including that it consists of 8 weekly workshops conducted in Spanish to teach families with children ages 0-5 how to prepare them for kindergarten. Over the years, the program has served over 13,700 patrons through over 900 workshops and distributed over 5,750 books. Each workshop covers a literacy-related topic through activities, songs, and books. Evaluation of the program shows high attendance rates and positive impacts on the Latino communities served.
An exploration of the information literacy experiences of home educating fami...Jess Elmore
The document summarizes Jess Elmore's dissertation exploring the information literacy experiences of home-educating families. It finds that digital information is central to these families. It challenges the view of information literacy as only involving separate skills, finding that these families approach it holistically and collaboratively. Interviews revealed complex practices involving digital resources, informal learning, and communities of support among home-educating families.
The document summarizes activities that Year 7 students participated in as part of a "Stop the Clock Day" event focused on designing ideas for improving their school. The students were split into groups and tasked with planning, designing, and building models of their ideas. They proposed practical solutions and explored possibilities for improving the school. The winning design was selected and featured ideas such as a glass tube connecting different school departments. Student feedback indicated they enjoyed having input into the potential design of a new school building.
Delivered by Cleo Jones of Edinburgh City Council at the Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in Scotland (CILIPS), which took place 1-3 June 2009.
The National Library of Scotland supports learning and research across Scotland by collecting and providing access to knowledge about Scotland. It aims to enrich lives through promoting lifelong learning and universal access to information. The library serves customers across Scotland and the world through its visitors, outreach programs, and digital resources. It supports research and education through on-site workshops, partnerships, and online collections that can be accessed remotely.
The document discusses several early literacy programs including Bookbug in Scotland which provides free book packs to children from birth to age 6, the Early Start program in Ireland which uses play-based learning to enhance child development, and the Circus Stars summer reading challenge involving over 700,000 children in the UK and Ireland. It also describes El día de los niños/El día de los libros, an annual children's literacy event on April 30th that promotes bilingual reading in libraries across the United States and Latin America.
The students researched the life of Mary MacKillop, founder of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Australia, through interviews via audio conferencing and web searches. They collaboratively created a blog to share what they learned with another class in Christchurch, New Zealand. Using technologies like audio conferencing and blogs facilitated the students' independent research and enabled them to teach each other. The teacher hopes to continue this cross-classroom collaboration and communication in the future.
The document provides information and resources for libraries to better support Māori students. It discusses the obligation of schools to support Māori learners according to national guidelines. It also outlines strategies libraries can implement such as developing a culturally inclusive environment with appropriate signage and collections, as well as utilizing online resources and gateways that provide digital materials about Māori culture. The document encourages libraries to explore resources available through various national organizations.
A presentation by Gill Hamilton, Digital Access Manager at the National Library of Scotland (NLS).
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Richard Wallis, Technology Evangelist at OCLC.
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Daniel Lewis of the Open Knowledge Foundation.
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Muriel Mewissen, Project Manager of the Shakespeare Registry Project.
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Susanne Thorbord, Bibliographic Consultant at the Danish Bibliographic Centre (DBC).
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Gordon Dunsire.
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
A presentation by Daniel Vila Suero of the Ontology Engineering Group at the Universidad Politecnica de Madrid.
Delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group Scotland (CIGS) Linked Open Data (LOD) Conference which took place Fri 21 September 2012 at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation.
Event: Metadata and Web 2.0 seminar
Organised by: Cataloguing & Indexing Group in Scotland
Held on Friday 2nd March at the National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Presented by: Martin Morrey
Event: Metadata and Web 2.0 seminar
Organised by: Cataloguing & Indexing Group in Scotland
Held on Friday 2nd March at the National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Presented by: Bryan Christie, National Library of Scotland
Event: Metadata and Web 2.0 seminar
Organised by: Cataloguing & Indexing Group in Scotland
Held on Friday 2nd March at the National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Presented by: Nora McGregor, British Library
Event: Metadata and Web 2.0 seminar
Organised by: Cataloguing & Indexing Group in Scotland
Held on Friday 2nd March at the National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Presented by: Vicki Cormie
The University of Glasgow Library developed a strategy to deliver mobile services over multiple phases.
Phase 1 involved developing a mobile catalogue, implementing QR codes, testing instant messaging and e-books, and conducting user surveys. Based on survey findings that most use mobile internet for email, social media and browsing, the top requested services were searching articles, checking out books and reading e-books.
Phase 2 will focus on improving the mobile website, expanding access to e-resources beyond e-books, using QR codes in physical locations, teaching digital skills, and utilizing mobile devices to improve workflows. The strategy is being implemented and promoted in phases based on user research.
The document summarizes several ongoing reviews that will impact post-16 education in Scotland. Key points include:
1) Reviews cover college governance, ICT infrastructure, and the role of colleges. Recommendations include regionalization and shared services.
2) Budget cuts of 7-23% are expected over the next few years for colleges. Capital funding is also being cut significantly.
3) The "Putting Learners at the Centre" review proposes a more interconnected, sustainable, and learner-centered post-16 system focused on employment.
4) Colleges will receive regional funding to enhance regional provision and outcomes. Courses must focus on recognized qualifications and job skills. Funding models will
The document summarizes the work of SLIC (Scottish Library and Information Council) in supporting further education (FE) libraries in Scotland. It discusses SLIC's annual FE library survey which benchmarks resources, technology, and staffing. The survey found that most colleges cite JISC ebooks as their most used online resource and are making good use of technology like QR codes. It also notes future challenges for FE libraries like reduced budgets, restructured services, and changing user expectations. SLIC helps FE libraries respond by promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing, workforce development, and digital initiatives to support quality library services across Scotland.
The document summarizes the SCURL Walk-In Access to E-resources Project which investigated technical and operational solutions to enable higher education institutions to provide access to electronic resources for external and walk-in users where licenses permit. The project aimed to deliver a toolkit identifying good practices and built on outcomes of previous UK projects. It discusses various approaches taken by member institutions to provide access within the terms of licenses, including the use of Shibboleth, EZProxy, dedicated computers and IP ranges.
The British Library is facing significant budget cuts while still aiming to fulfill its mission of enabling access and supporting research. This has required developing new digitization and funding models, moving from selective "boutique" digitization to larger-scale "mass digitization" projects pursued through public/private partnerships. Examples discussed include newspaper digitization through a partnership with Brightsolid and book digitization through agreements with Microsoft and Google. While innovative approaches are needed, traditional efficiency improvements also remain important to make progress despite budget challenges.
The document summarizes research from two surveys on students' use of mobile technologies and attitudes toward using library services on their phones. It finds that most students own smartphones and browse the web daily, with Apple and Samsung being the most popular brands. While over 90% of students would like to access library services on their phones, about a third said data limits restrict their mobile web use. The document concludes that libraries need to design accessible services for a variety of mobile devices and operating systems while keeping pace with the rapid changes in mobile technology.
The document discusses the University of Glasgow's experiments with demand-driven acquisition (DDA) models for ebooks. It implemented a small patron-driven acquisition trial through an ebook aggregator, spending a limited amount on about 1500 ebook titles over 4 months. Usage was high, with 10% of titles receiving 10 or more access and the average cost per used title being £55.96. Only 10% of titles saw no repeat use after initial purchase. The university is considering further DDA trials and evaluating different models to help build its ebook collection in a responsible way while supporting user needs.
The document outlines three deliverables for a project: 1) Install a prototype digital research space, 2) Design and build user interfaces and workstation arrays demonstrating a vision for multimedia digital research, 3) Evaluate user experiences in the technology-rich environment. It then summarizes findings from evaluating the prototype space, including that researchers want advanced search functionality and better organization of research papers, and that Wi-Fi access and using their own devices were important to users. The recommendation is to focus on greater remote access to resources, advanced search and reference tools, and training to facilitate their use while acknowledging a role in the full digital research process beyond content provision.
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