Nearly 20,000 attendees convened in Denver for a notably robust ISTE 2016. From virtual reality to the new open resources platform Amazon Inspire, SLJ taps the highlights.
Knovation Vetted Content Collection Now More Accessible
By on February 16, 2016
As districts begin to shift away from textbooks and toward open educational resources, one company makes the task of evaluating all that digital content much less tedious for educators.
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.
SLJ’s Top 10 Tech: 2012
By on December 3, 2012
From MOOCs to open educational resources, Joyce Valenza examines the top trends of the year in technology. There are unique opportunities for librarians here and Valenza outlines specific actionables in this online version of School Library Journal’s feature story.
Open Content: School Libraries a ‘Natural Fit’ to Lead Adoption
By on April 23, 2012
Open educational resources (OER) are the next big thing. Christopher Harris runs down the potential of OER—and necessary work involved—for school librarians.
Library With Free Online College Textbooks Makes Debut
By on November 1, 2011
The Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges has launched The Open Course Library, an online repository of ready-to-use digital course modules—including textbooks and syllabi—for 42 of the state’s highest enrolled courses. All program materials are freely shared with a Creative Commons license, and can be adapted and distributed.
