Teacher librarian Phil Goerner offers ways librarians can jumpstart computer programming activities with kids and teens during Hour of Code, taking place December 7–13.
Using Pear Deck and Nearpod for Individual and Collaborative Learning | Tech Tidbits
By on October 15, 2015
Teacher librarian Phil Goerner highlights two digital tools, Pear Deck and Nearpod, which educators can use to enhance individual and collaborative learning in the classroom.
Work Smarter Through “Extreme Listening” | SLJ Summit 2015
By on October 5, 2015
CEO of Caravan Studios Marnie Webb unpacked design thinking in her SLJ Summit keynote, providing a model for developing projects, from idea to prototype, through deep, empathetic listening.
“Hatch” Library Maker Space in a Mall Draws DIYers, Students, and Entrepreneurs
By on October 2, 2015
No library card is required to use the tools at the Hatch maker space, located near Dunkin’ Donuts in a mall in Watertown, MA, and launched by the Watertown Free Public Library with diverse community funding.
A Librarian’s Guide to OER in the Maker Space
By on October 1, 2015
Open educational resources (OER) are a boon to maker activities, according to library media specialist Laura Fleming, who provides related tips and links to fun, cost-effective projects.
Schubert’s “Death and the Maiden” on the iPad | Touch and Go
By on October 1, 2015
Our reviewer Pam Schembri cites the performers’ commentary as one of the strengths of this production, and calls it “a treasure for both professionals, students of music, and dabblers.”
Meet the Recipients of the 2015 SLJ Build Something Bold Award
By on September 28, 2015
Read about the winner, first runner-up, and editor’s choice for SLJ’s 2015 Build Something Bold Award, honoring creativity in school library programming that incorporates hands-on learning led by the librarian or media specialist.
Nader Qaimari on Ebook Integration, User Experience, and other aspects of the Digital Shift
By on September 28, 2015
Library Journal spoke to Nader Qaimari, Senior Vice President of Content Solutions and Services, Follett, about libraries’ evolving role in using the latest technology to connect patrons to the information, tools, services, that they need—and to one another.
Amazon Ebook Deal With NYC Schools Not Dead Yet
By on September 28, 2015
Terms of the pending three-year, $30 million deal between the retail giant and the New York City Department of Education for e-materials are being revised after the National Federation of the Blind said that the technology would not adequately serve blind students.
TED-Ed Seeks Innovative Educators
By on September 24, 2015
Sixteen U.S. teachers are among the first class of TED-Ed Innovative Educators, who will will receive training and will participate in leadership and innovation projects in the yearlong program. The next application period begins in December.
