Digital Story Time - Preschool Programming with the iPadJennifer Gal
Workshop for Southern Ontario Library Service – February 2013
Harness the magic of the iPad to enhance your library’s preschool programming and outreach. Understand the difference between eBooks and book apps and learn why this new and rapidly developing format has profound implications for children's literature and exciting possibilities for library programming. Preview the best children's picture book apps and learn how to integrate the iPad into your story time repertoire. Gain practical tips for getting started and maximizing your app budget. Learn where to find a quality children’s book app and where to find reliable reviews and recommendations. Discover the impressive range of children’s apps available ‘beyond the book’ and explore other ways that the iPad can be used to create exciting and innovative children’s programs and services.
A to Zoo: meeting from the TEC Center at EriksonCen Campbell
This is the presentation I gave at the TEC Center at Erikson in Chicago on Oct 3&4 2013. In attendance were representatives of the Fred Rogers Center, the TEC Center at Erikson, the Association of Library Services to Children, Children's Technology Review, the California State Library, Digital-Storytime.come & LittleeLit.com
Digital Story Time - Preschool Programming with the iPadJennifer Gal
Workshop for Southern Ontario Library Service – February 2013
Harness the magic of the iPad to enhance your library’s preschool programming and outreach. Understand the difference between eBooks and book apps and learn why this new and rapidly developing format has profound implications for children's literature and exciting possibilities for library programming. Preview the best children's picture book apps and learn how to integrate the iPad into your story time repertoire. Gain practical tips for getting started and maximizing your app budget. Learn where to find a quality children’s book app and where to find reliable reviews and recommendations. Discover the impressive range of children’s apps available ‘beyond the book’ and explore other ways that the iPad can be used to create exciting and innovative children’s programs and services.
A to Zoo: meeting from the TEC Center at EriksonCen Campbell
This is the presentation I gave at the TEC Center at Erikson in Chicago on Oct 3&4 2013. In attendance were representatives of the Fred Rogers Center, the TEC Center at Erikson, the Association of Library Services to Children, Children's Technology Review, the California State Library, Digital-Storytime.come & LittleeLit.com
iPad Library Programs: iPad Story Time and App Chat, by Laura Doyle and Chery...Amy Koester
Laura Doyle annotated the slides for her and Cheryl Wolfe's May 2014 presentation at the Florida Library Association. She has allowed Little eLit to share these slides and her notes.
Using Technology for Hands-on Exploration - GAYC 2011Diane Bales
Presentation at the 2011 Georgia Association on Young Children Conference by Diane Bales and Phillip Baumgarner. Focus of presentation is using iPads and other technology tools for hands-on exploration with preschool children.
Why, when, and how should we use apps in the library, particularly with young children? Find some answers to these questions. Discover apps that aid early literacy, math, and science learning as well as some notable eBook apps. Get ideas on how to use iPads in library programming.
iPad Library Programs: iPad Story Time and App Chat, by Laura Doyle and Chery...Amy Koester
Laura Doyle annotated the slides for her and Cheryl Wolfe's May 2014 presentation at the Florida Library Association. She has allowed Little eLit to share these slides and her notes.
Using Technology for Hands-on Exploration - GAYC 2011Diane Bales
Presentation at the 2011 Georgia Association on Young Children Conference by Diane Bales and Phillip Baumgarner. Focus of presentation is using iPads and other technology tools for hands-on exploration with preschool children.
Why, when, and how should we use apps in the library, particularly with young children? Find some answers to these questions. Discover apps that aid early literacy, math, and science learning as well as some notable eBook apps. Get ideas on how to use iPads in library programming.
AkLA 2015: Early Literacy & New Media for Young Children Pre-conferenceclaudiahaines
Slides from the Early Literacy & New Media for Young Children Pre-conference at the Alaska Library Association's 2015 annual conference in Juneau, Alaska.
Parents of kids in grades K-4 can join us for an informational session about apps that support reading, writing, math, and other skills. With such a large number of apps out there, and many claiming to be “educational,” it can be hard to find quality apps to share with your child.
The Captivating Power of Mobile Devices for Young Children through ElementaryBridgingApps
BridgingApps Presentation, Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas 2013 Fall Conference
Children with disabilities often have difficulty with engagement and interaction. This session focused on methods of using the iPad to help children develop engagement and encourage social engagement and interactivity. Specific apps that encourage engagement were also discussed.
Understanding How 'Screen Time' Affects Learning Lisa Guernsey
Presented in parts with Faith Rogow at NAEYC 2013, the annual meeting for the National Association for the Education of Young Children, in Washington, DC on November 23, 2013.
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
Model Attribute Check Company Auto PropertyCeline George
In Odoo, the multi-company feature allows you to manage multiple companies within a single Odoo database instance. Each company can have its own configurations while still sharing common resources such as products, customers, and suppliers.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
Ethnobotany in herbal drug evaluation,
Impact of Ethnobotany in traditional medicine,
New development in herbals,
Bio-prospecting tools for drug discovery,
Role of Ethnopharmacology in drug evaluation,
Reverse Pharmacology.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
3. Why are librarians asking about
apps in Storytime?
• Pedagogical Implications
• App recommendation requests from
community
• LACK of App recommendation requests from
the community
• Who else is giving the recommendations if
we aren't?
10. Poll
Are any of you using Are any of you using
ECRR2 format (or apps or other
inspiration) in your technology in your
storytimes? storytimes?
(Powerpoint counts!
Overhead
projectors count!)
12. What we're NOT doing with digital
media
• Replacing paper books
• Replacing other storytelling tools with digital
ones
13. Yes, but what does it look like?
• Hope to have video demonstrations
available soon
• I only have a sketchy video from hubby's
phone, but it does give you an idea of what
an app in storytime can look like
18. Options
• Mirrored: projector or screen
o Big groups
o Better visibility
o Hands free for actions
o You need iPad, AppleTV, cables (HDMI or VGA w/
adaptor) and WiFi for both iPad and AppleTV
• Hand-held
o Small groups
o Kids can touch screen
o Walk around the room; Pop-up book
o Flip the screen around
19. Grow a Reader App
• Lullabies, Bounces, Tickles, Finger
Rhymes, Face & Body Rhymes
• Sing, Talk, Play, Read, Write
• Book recommendations (Links directly to
catalog)
20. Five Early Learning Practices
• Singing
• Talking
• Reading
• Writing
• Playing
32. Oh Mo....
And I think that’s what most enhanced digital
books are at this point. With all their bells and
whistles and word jumbles and assorted
narrative killers, after we turn them on, they
don’t need us. Turn it on and leave the room,
and the book will read itself. -Mo Willems,
from
Why Books? — The Zena Sutherland Lecture
33. Apps to Talk about
• Byron Barton
• Morris Lessmore
• Press Here
34. Reading
• Dr Seuss
• Sandra Boynton
• Richard Scarry's Busytown
• Beatrix Potter
38. Writing
• Children can write sooner with a tablet; they
are not limited by their dexterity with a
crayon, pencil, mouse or keyboard
• Bob Books
• Don't Let the Pigeon Run this App
48. Felt Boards and Storytelling
• Felt Board
• Sock Puppets
• Keynote
• Not intended to REPLACE physical felt
boards, puppets or any other traditional
storytelling tool; they are just another tool in
your toolkit!
49.
50. Review Sources for Apps
• Appitic
• Common Sense Media
• Cybils
• Digital Storytime
• Horn Book: Out of the Box
• Kindertown
• Kirkus: iPad Reviews
• SLJ: Touch & Go
• Smart apps for kids
52. Further Reading/Resources
Mentioned
• Idaho Commission on Libraries Report
• Screen Time (Lisa Guernsey)
• Giving our Children a Fighting Chance (Susan B Neuman)
• The New Co-Viewing (Joan Ganz Cooney Center)
• Pioneering Literacy in the Digital Wild West (Joan Ganz Cooney
Center)
• Technology and Interactive Media as Tools in Early Childhood
Programs Serving Children from Birth through Age 8 (NAEYC/Fred
Rogers)
• American Academy of Pediatrics
• Campaign for a Commercial Free Childhood (Screen Free Week)
• Mind in the Making (Ellen Galinksy)
• Parenting the Touchscreen Generation: Do We Need Credible
Fresh Thinking? (Eitan Schwartz)
53. Screen Time
From New York Times: Parents Urged Again to Limit TV for Youngest
54. Do we even know what "screen
time" is anymore?
• Content
• Context
• Child
55. Not all screens are created equal
http://www.commonsensemedia.org/videos/not-all-
screens-are-created-equal
56. Modern science confirms what the early childhood community
has known for years—that infants, toddlers, and young children
learn through exploring with their whole bodies, including all of
their senses. For optimal development, in addition to food and
safety, they need love. They need to be held, and they need
plenty of face-to-face positive interactions with caring adults.
Developing children thrive when they are talked to, read to, and
played with.
In the interests of children’s wellbeing, we believe the early
childhood community needs to study the issues surrounding
screen technologies, make informed decisions about their use
in classrooms and child care settings, and work with parents to
manage screen time and content in ways that best serve young
children.
Facing the Screen Time Dilemma: Young Children, Technology and Early Education
57. Mainstream Media
• The Touch Screen Generation (Hanna
Rosin)
• Zora Ball
• The Child, the Tablet and the Developing
Mind
59. Why use apps/eBooks in
Storytime?
Joint Media Appvisory
Engagement • Reader's Advisory
• Children and for Apps
caregivers • Review Sources
interacting with
each other
• How to recognize a
good app
• Conversation
around book
60. Spanning the Tech Spectrum
Haves Have Nots
• Already have their • Do not have their
own devices own devices
• Want Appvisory • May not know how
• Want guidance to support their
• Often can "handle" child's literacy
development
the 6 Early Literacy
Skills and want to • 5 Early Learning
know more Practices tips in
small doses
61. Information Capital Begins with
Learning to Read
"We're not here for the
computers, we're here
for the
books!" (Neuman and
Celano, pg 67)
This distinction is
already disappearing.
62. Early Reading Skills, particularly the first part of the
reading equation- phonological awareness (rhyming,
alliteration, segmenting, and blending) and letter name
knowledge- are especially well-suited to the mastery
learning capabilities of the computer. With adult
supervision, computer programs, specially
orchestrated to drill and practice these skills, can make
the work like play, in a manner that builds both speed
and fluency. Consequently, what would ordinarily be a
centrepiece in kindergarten is now in the hands of a
miraculous machine and an authoritative parent who
is guiding his or her child at age 3. (Neuman and
Celano 74)
(remember; they're not talking about tablet technology;
these kids were using a mouse, keyboard etc)
63. AAP is re-thinking its policies
“We now have to reconcile that policy with the fact
that little kids under two are able to use these
devices and learn from them,” says Gwenn
O'Keeffe, M.D., a pediatrician, fellow of the AAP,
and author of CyberSafe: Protecting and
Empowering Kids in the Digital World of Texting,
Gaming, and Social Media. “What we have to do is
continue to reassess. We used to talk about online
and offline worlds; it's all kind of one space now.
So the more important concern surrounding the
screen-time debate isn't the time; it's the quality of
the content"
64. Further analysis of the AAP's
recommendations
Decades of research had shown that what
babies need most is attentive, loving care
from their parents, and no research had ever
pointed to any advantage in exposing
children under the age of 2 to a television set.
With little else to go on, the AAP decided to
take a "caveat emptor" position, sounding a
warning about electronic media that it hoped
would cause parents to think harder about
what, and when and why they were watching
with their young kids. (Screen Time,
Guernsey)
65. No, what the AAP really says is:
In 1999... the AAP issued a policy statement
addressing media use in children. The purpose of
that statement was to educate parents about the
effects that media—both the amount and the content
—may have on children. In one part of that
statement, the AAP recommended that “pediatricians
should urge parents to avoid television viewing for
children under the age of two years.” The wording of
the policy specifically discouraged media use in this
age group, although it is frequently misquoted by
media outlets as no media exposure in this age
group.