The WISS Library annual report summarizes activities from June 2012. Key points include:
- The library goals are to support the IB curriculum from primary to diploma years and promote reading.
- Library promotion efforts included flexible scheduling, author visits, book clubs, and expanded support for secondary students.
- Library patronage and circulation grew substantially over the past year. The collection expanded 30% to over 22,000 titles across various subject areas.
- Future plans include adding another librarian and introducing iPads to further develop the library program across the school.
Montana School's field trip to Maskwacis Library on December 8, 2014Manisha Khetarpal
Montana School's Literacy coordinator brings her students to Maskwacis Library. She reads to them and then the students pick books for the Library in a Box for their class on December 2014.
Montana School's field trip to Maskwacis Library on December 8, 2014Manisha Khetarpal
Montana School's Literacy coordinator brings her students to Maskwacis Library. She reads to them and then the students pick books for the Library in a Box for their class on December 2014.
Mdl homeschool collection presentation - SI 620Chris Bulin
Presented at the culmination of SI 620 Collection Development at University of Michigan School of Information. The group focused on one portion of the overall Collection Development portfolio developed for the course.
Using the Arts in Libraries to benefit health and well-beingCILIP
Sue Williamson (Head of Library Services, St Helens Council) and Cath Shea's (Arts Development Manager, St Helens Council) presentation at CILIP 2017 Conference in Manchester #CILIPConf17
Sue and Cath will outline the value of a vibrant Arts in Libraries programme in delivering on the agenda of health and well-being. They will describe their journey to a strong partnership with Public Health and Adult Social Care and Health and the lessons learnt along the way. They will also talk about how they secured support from organisations such as Arts Council England and the Heritage Lottery in cementing the strong bond between Arts and Culture and Libraries and the huge benefits of working together to deliver a focused programme offering support to marginalised groups.
Presented by Denise Woetzel, Anita Tarbox, Donna Coghill and Rick Samuelson at Old Dominion University's Summer Institute for School Librarianship students on 7/19/2017.
Mdl homeschool collection presentation - SI 620Chris Bulin
Presented at the culmination of SI 620 Collection Development at University of Michigan School of Information. The group focused on one portion of the overall Collection Development portfolio developed for the course.
Using the Arts in Libraries to benefit health and well-beingCILIP
Sue Williamson (Head of Library Services, St Helens Council) and Cath Shea's (Arts Development Manager, St Helens Council) presentation at CILIP 2017 Conference in Manchester #CILIPConf17
Sue and Cath will outline the value of a vibrant Arts in Libraries programme in delivering on the agenda of health and well-being. They will describe their journey to a strong partnership with Public Health and Adult Social Care and Health and the lessons learnt along the way. They will also talk about how they secured support from organisations such as Arts Council England and the Heritage Lottery in cementing the strong bond between Arts and Culture and Libraries and the huge benefits of working together to deliver a focused programme offering support to marginalised groups.
Presented by Denise Woetzel, Anita Tarbox, Donna Coghill and Rick Samuelson at Old Dominion University's Summer Institute for School Librarianship students on 7/19/2017.
Victoria Sanchez and Mary Madigan share the story of how and why the Milwaukee Public Library have shifted the focus of their Summer Library Program to outside the library, positioning the library staff as literacy leaders in the community.
Case Study: LSE Library making connections presented at ARA South West semina...Maria Bell
Presentation at ARA South West seminar Oct 2019 providing case study on LSE Library heritage learning and engagement developments. LSE Library has built its edcuation materials for schools and engagement activities for its external audiences through online resources, public event programming. schools activties and partnerships utilising its heritage collections.
Following on from its highly successful Pilot concluded last year, Knowledge Unlatched is delighted to announce the launch of its second collection.
If at least 300 libraries from around the world pledge their commitment by 31 January 2016, 78 new Humanities and Social Sciences books will be made free for anyone in the world to read on an Open Access basis.
This presentation gives an overview of the Round 2 Collection.
Honest Reviews of Tim Han LMA Course Program.pptxtimhan337
Personal development courses are widely available today, with each one promising life-changing outcomes. Tim Han’s Life Mastery Achievers (LMA) Course has drawn a lot of interest. In addition to offering my frank assessment of Success Insider’s LMA Course, this piece examines the course’s effects via a variety of Tim Han LMA course reviews and Success Insider comments.
A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
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.
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.
The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France. It marked the decline of absolute monarchies, the rise of secular and democratic republics, and the eventual rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. This revolutionary period is crucial in understanding the transition from feudalism to modernity in Europe.
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Embracing GenAI - A Strategic ImperativePeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
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.
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An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
2. Library goals
• developing a library that supports the IB
curriculum from PYP to DP
• promoting a love of reading within the
WISS community
3. Library promotion
• Flexible scheduling introduced to promote maximum
usage throughout the school.
• Regular magazine and newsletter articles.
• Author visits – 6 major author visits
this year including the Graphic artist Kazu Kibuishi.
• 2 different Book clubs offered 3 times this year and a 3
day Book Fair during Book Week.
• Collaborative teaching opportunities and expanded
support to MYP and DP students.
4. Patrons & Circulation
• Students – 555 (53% increase, includes departed
students)
• Faculty – 140
• Parents – 59
• Circulation – 51,808 loans (31,714 to Faculty)
• Summer borrowing – 678 loans
• All Secondary textbooks are now circulated
through the Library.
6. Collection Development
• The collection has grown 30% to 22,841
titles (39,427 copies);
• Growth areas have centered around
Magazines & newspapers, Chinese
and the Foreign Language collections;
7. WISS Library Collection Development 2009-12
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ChineseBooks
Classroom
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EAL
Everybody
Fiction
Adult
Fiction
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Fiction
Prim
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YA
Foreign
Languages
GraphicNovels
Guided
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IndividualReadersM
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Non
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ParentResources
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TeacherResources
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Jun-11
Jun-12
8. WISS Library Collection June 2012
Big Book
0%
Chinese Books
7%
E Books
0%
Individual Readers
0%
Magazines
1%
Read Along
0%
Mulit Media
0%
Teacher Resources
4%
EAL
1%
Fiction Adult
1%
Everybody
9%
Fiction Middle
4%
Fiction Primary
7%
Fiction YA
1%
Reference
1%
Classroom Resources
18%
Home Readers
15%
Non Fiction
16%
Guided Readers
10%
Parent Resources
0%
Foreign Languages
3%
Graphic Novels
1%
9. Electronic Databases
• Britannica Online & Global Reference Centre,
Brain Pop, Teen Health & Wellness continued
to be used this year;
• Tumble Books replaced Bookflix and
Childroad was introduced for Chinese
language;
• Questia High School database was added;
• Turnitin and Newsbank are under
consideration for 2012-13.
10. Future plans
• Addition of another Librarian to provide
more collaborative planning
opportunities across the whole school
and develop the Library programme
thoughout the school.
• Introduction of iPads in the Library.
