Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 29, 2018

I regularly share free web tools, resources, and tips on ESL Library to help teachers find great resources to use with their learners. Below are a list of the articles I’ve written in 2018. 9 Advocacy Groups & Events Enhancing ELT. A World Cup of Knowledge! 18+ Resources & Activities. Amplify Story Time!

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Resources Technology Advocacy Social Media 211

Iterating Toward Openness

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Although they would eventually change their model to focus on traditionally copyrighted textbooks, FWK’s over 100 openly licensed textbooks can still be found archived around the web in places like the Open Textbook Library and the Saylor Foundation’s website. Effective Advocacy.

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OER Advocacy Software Company 89

EdTech Magazine

APRIL 24, 2018

Makerspaces — a key element of STEM education — are popping up in classrooms and libraries across the U.S. Research from School Library Journal indicates that maker activities at elementary and middle schools increased by 4 percent from 2014 to 2017. The independent private school in Medina, Wash., which has 330 students, is not alone.

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STEM Education Advocacy Libraries 401

mauilibrarian2 in Olinda

MARCH 20, 2015

Library of Congress celebrating " Women''s History Month" on Pinterest. Library of Congress on Pinterest, with 32 boards and 790 pins ( follow ) -- pretty cool! Meet The Woman Who Sold A Million Copies Of Her Coloring Books For Adults -- the article Johanna Basford''s website See her Instagram account below.

Advocacy 40

Advocacy Libraries Video Assessment 40

Edsurge

AUGUST 9, 2022

Bringing together more than 100 organizations across the fields of disability advocacy, special education, civil rights and K-12 nonprofits, the Educating All Learners Alliance (EALA) is one such network formed to ensure equity and support for students with disabilities and learning differences across education environments.

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UDL EdTech Student Engagement Advocacy 163

NeverEndingSearch

OCTOBER 12, 2020

I’ve read their books and articles. The School Library Leaders (SLL) project , generously hosted on the site of the National Collaborative for Digital Equity (NCDE) , allows practitioners to pose questions or problems they encounter to the members of this impressive team. I’ve heard them speak.

Advocacy 81

Advocacy Libraries Broadband System 81

Iterating Toward Openness

AUGUST 31, 2022

I’ve been writing this article 30 minutes here and 60 minutes there for several months (WordPress tells me I saved the first bits in March). This article started out with my being bothered by the fact that ‘OER adoption reliably saves students money but does not reliably improve their outcomes.’

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OER Outcomes Comparison Study 182

Iterating Toward Openness

AUGUST 27, 2019

They were relatively easy to tell apart from one another and advocacy was rather straight forward. As the movement grew and more people began advocating for the adoption of OER in place of traditionally copyrighted materials in classes, some advocates chose to make cost the primary focus of their advocacy. yellow below).

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OER Advocacy Policies Libraries 112

NeverEndingSearch

JULY 21, 2021

For example, one of the things that we learned was that the majority of Hispanic school districts are twice as likely not to have school libraries as the majority non-Hispanic districts. Districts are also eliminating library clericals and paraprofessionals at alarming rates. Let’s put her in the library.

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Study Libraries E-rate Data 99

eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

It’s no wonder that, according to a an article on trends topping educators’ agendas, student mental health remained top of mind in 2024. CDC’s Youth Risk Behavior Survey Data Summary & Trends Report: 2011-2021 Public health declarations did not lift in the U.S. until May 2023.

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Trends Advocacy Outcomes Report 103

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Our first Webinar in a special Library 2.0 Christie Kaaland , author of Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Recovery in School Libraries: Creating a Safe Haven, and then from Shauna Burkeen , the librarian at Marshall County High School who experienced a school shooting this past January with 52 students in the library.

Libraries 28

Libraries Advocacy Training Accessibility 28

EdNews Daily

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

They may also enjoy quiet trips to a museum, visiting the local library, taking music lessons, painting, and quiet reading spaces. Advocate: Young introverts need parental advocacy for public school. Quite often, introspective deep-thinkers are happy at home working on things of interest. Create Student-Centered Classrooms.

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Classroom How To Advocacy Outcomes 279

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Gaddis explained how Wake County focused their professional learning by first identifying three groups: teachers, leadership, and school library media coordinators. Allison is a member of the Wake County Public School System’s Digital Learning & Libraries team where she serves as their senior director.

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Professional Learning Technology Learning Lenovo 98

Educator Innovator

DECEMBER 1, 2020

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article. Teen activists worldwide are making headlines for their social justice advocacy on everything from climate change and immigration to substance abuse and LGBTQ issues. Read the original article. by Karen W.

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Advocacy Libraries Learning Trends 63

The Hechinger Report

MAY 7, 2019

We didn’t pay a parking ticket or a library fine, and our college refused to release our transcript. But imagine that a student’s debt went beyond failing to pay a library fine. trillion in debt, but for many low-income students, even something as comparatively paltry as a library fine can amount to a week’s food budget.

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Libraries Report Advocacy Policies 101

Barrow Media Center: Expect the Miraculous

MARCH 22, 2016

I’m beyond excited to finally announce that I’m a 2016 Library Journal Mover and Shaker. I’m extremely honored to represent the power of libraries in our world along with the many other talented individuals on this year’s list. The library has never been just mine.

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Libraries Meeting Conference Social Media 28

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Language from a Congressional Research Service (CRS) memo obtained by EdSurge shows that the Library of Congress is conducting research for Congress on whether local education agencies can use Student Support and Academic Enrichment (SSAE) funds “to purchase items related to school safety, such as metal detectors and security cameras.”

Advocacy 67

Advocacy Policies Technology Training 67

edWeb.net

MARCH 11, 2020

Providing families with used school-issued Chromebooks, adding access points outside the school buildings, and collaborating with community partners on projects such as youth centers and public libraries are providing students and the entire community with access to technology. This article was modified and published by eSchool News.

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Edcamps Accessibility Advocacy Mobility 72

Graphite Blog

JANUARY 10, 2020

Websites, articles, feeds, and newsletters Facilitating Challenging Conversations in the Classroom (by the Teaching Center at Washington University in St. Louis): This article features best practices for prepping classrooms to have tough conversations about cultural and political issues.

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Resources Classroom Video Strategy 98

edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

For instance, one barrier to access was library cards. The school streamlined the process and included library card registration with overall school registration. The library staff constantly communicates with community leaders to find out how they can assist them; again, technology is the tool, not the end goal. Dr. Carol L.

Libraries 56

Libraries Elementary Accessibility BYOD 56

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

The discussions shouldn’t focus on denying technology, though, said Michelle Cooper, Library Media Specialist, White Oak ISD, TX in the edWebinar “ Achieving Media Balance in a Tech-Immersed World.” This article was modified and published by eSchool News. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. About the Presenter.

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Symantec Digital Citizenship Internet Safety Social Media 56

Edsurge

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Quartolio Many scientific articles go unread, and many are never analyzed across disciplines, said Nicole Bishop, the CEO and founder of Quartolio. It’s a cloud based platform that uses library science and AI so researchers can “discover, manage and curate research” in a single location. Quartolio wants to go beyond an internet search.

Personalized Learning 121

Personalized Learning Learning Company Policies 121

techlearning

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

To view the online article, visit [link] “As the use of technology in the classroom grows, schools need tools to help teachers get the most out of their technology while keeping students safe as they are using devices in the classroom,” said Richard Fuller, CEO of Impero Software. during the TCEA conference in Austin. Impero Education Pro v6.3

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Digital Citizenship Handbook Software Advocacy 40

eSchool News

JUNE 22, 2016

A technology committee should include the IT director or members of the IT department, teachers who actively use technology, the library media specialist, an instructional technology specialist, an administrator or superintendent, board of education members, parents, and students. This guide isn’t just advice from a vendor.

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How To Advocacy Tools Survey 61

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

This article was modified and published by eSchool News. She is an active member of professional organizations, a frequent presenter, and has composed a number of articles and leadership book excerpts. Being able to work with and lead the people in the school community is what will help you lead the transformation with digital equity.

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BYOD Smartphone Accessibility Advocacy 75

edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

Normally, many rural districts work with local libraries and businesses to provide students with WiFi hotspots. This article was modified and published by eSchool News. CoSN provides thought leadership resources, community, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation.

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BYOD Broadband EdTech Elementary 75

The Daring Librarian

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

I was asked to give a short overview about advocacy for school libraries (and librarians) to the middle school media specialists in my district and created a Prezi giving quick highlights. Get the BIGGER Prezi Experience HCPSS Library Media Wiki. Advocacy Doug Johnson howard county schools joyce valenza library media'

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Advocacy Wiki Libraries 33

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

This article was modified and published by eSchool News. In 2010 the FCC appointed her to the USAC board representing the nation’s schools and libraries on ERATE. She is a past board member and chair of CoSN and is Vice President of Advocacy and Programs for LACUE. This edWeb broadcast was sponsored by Velocity Fiber.

E-rate 61

E-rate EdTech Broadband Digital Divide 61

edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2021

In addition to leading the Meriden Public Schools to its highest academic scores in district history, Dr. Benigni has presented at national conferences, taught doctorate classes, and published a book and numerous articles. CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders.

Learning 75

Learning Blended Learning BYOD Professional Learning 75

edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

This article was modified and published by eSchool News. ClassLink® OneClick® includes a library of over 5,000 single sign-on apps and instant links to file folders at school and on Google, Office 365, and Dropbox cloud drives. This edWebinar was co-hosted by CoSN and edWeb.net and sponsored by ClassLink. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

Accessibility 81

Accessibility Digital Badges Elementary BYOD 81

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

This article was modified and published by EdScoop and eSchool News. In addition to leading the Meriden Public Schools to its highest academic scores in district history, Dr. Benigni has presented at national conferences, taught doctorate classes, and published a book and numerous articles. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Benigni, Ed.D.

Technology 69

Technology BYOD Advocacy Guidelines 69

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 15, 2020

There should also be outreach to new partners such as libraries and local city councils in an effort to obtain resources and other support. This article was modified and published by eSchool News. He also works with edWeb.net to write articles on their professional learning edWebinars. Staying Organized and Healthy.

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EdTech Guidelines Policies Secondary 98

edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

This article was modified and published by eSchool News. CoSN provides thought leadership resources, community, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. “Are we planning for one or two years, or are we planning for a long-term shift in the way education looks?” asked Dr. Ziegenfuss.

EdTech 69

EdTech Outcomes BYOD Advocacy 69

edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

CoSN provides thought leadership resources, community, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. ClassLink® OneClick® includes a library of over 5,000 single sign-on apps and instant links to file folders at school and on Google, Office 365, and Dropbox cloud drives.

Broadband 98

Broadband E-rate BYOD Accessibility 98

edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

This article was modified and published by eSchool News. CoSN provides thought leadership resources, community, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. This edWeb broadcast was sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN , AASA , and edWeb.net. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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EdTech BYOD Accessibility Advocacy 89

edWeb.net

JUNE 25, 2021

CoSN provides thought leadership resources, community, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. ClassLink® OneClick® includes a library of over 5,000 single sign-on apps and instant links to file folders at school and on Google, Office 365, and Dropbox cloud drives. By Eileen Belastock.

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System Learning Guidelines Policies 80

Educator Innovator

JUNE 29, 2017

In fact, this kind of learning was repeatedly promoted over the past century, as this 1928 article from The New York Times shows. For example, providing warm clothing for the homeless can grow into advocacy for more essential programs to end homelessness. 2016 Article | Flint Weighs Scope of Harm to Children Caused by Lead in Water.

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Advocacy Examples Survey Groups 69