... And They Read Happily Ever After: An MDK12 Digital Library Teacher-Librarian Partnership Grant Project
Presenter: Joquetta Johnson, LMS - Milford Mill Academy
Session 3: 2:00-3:00 Room: 200
This example of successful collaboration between a school library media specialist and a classroom teacher is based on the presenter's participation in the 2006 MDK12 Digital Library Teacher-Librarian Collaborative Project. By using the "Culture Through Literature" online research model and the SIRS databases, 10th grade students identify and explain how cultural values are reflected in literature, theater, and music. This is a collaborative, student-centered project in which students present their findings via a multimedia, oral, theatrical, or musical presentation.
Workshop Resources:
MDK12 Digital Library Teacher-Librarian Partnership 2007
And They Read Happily Ever After PowerPoint
To Google or Not to Google PowerPoint
SIRS vs. Google Scavenger Hunt
SIRS vs. Google
Collective X
Presenter: Clarence Wooten, Founder and CEO - Collective X
Session 1: 11:00-12:00 Room: 204
CollectiveX is a web-based service that connects individuals who share similar interests or are focusing on a common goal. CollectiveX-powered "Groupsites" combine the best features of discussion forums, email lists, calendars, file sharing, and business/social networks to enable members to build deeper working relationships within group affiliations. Groupsites are FREE to setup, and can be configured to be public, semi-public, or private and secure.
Workshop Resources: Collective X
Databases 101
Presenter: Fran Glick, BCPS Professional Research Librarian
Session 2: 12:55-1:55
A tour of the BCPS-licensed and MDK12 Digital Library databases and their outstanding features-- a perfect opportunity for those who are new librarians or those who need a refresher on what .
Workshop Resources: BCPS Database Index
From Baltimore to the Iditarod and Beyond
Presenter: Homeretta Ayala, LMS - Fullerton Elementary
Session 1: 11:00-12:00 Session 2: 12:55-1:55 Room: 200
The Iditarod as a teaching tool and learning experience for all students, with connections to technology, authors (especially Gary Paulsen), life lessons ("never let go, never let go"), and much more. This workshop is based on the presenter’s BCPS trip to the Iditarod in 2006, including Blog spots, lesson plans, etc. The presenter will also touch upon her proposal for a similar tele-collaborative project on Nepal which is planned for this year.
Workshop Resources: Official Site of the Iditerod / eIditarod Project
Lesson-Planning Resources for 21st Century School Librarians
Presenter: Rebekah Kaufman, LMS - Catonsville Elementary
Session 1: 11:00-12:00
A virtual library of lesson-planning resources is available through the Online Procedures Manual on the Office of Library Information Services website. The presenter will highlight several of these lesson plan portals and introduce the new BCPS School Library Media Specialists' Lesson Resource Wiki. Our Wiki will serve as a repository where BCPS library media specialists can share digital copies of their outstanding lesson plans, handouts, worksheets, etc.
Workshop Resources: Lesson Planning Tools & Lesson Plan Archive: Teacher Page, Library Office Online Procedures Manual
Lesson Plan Wiki Password bcpslis
Maryland Association of School Librarians (MASL) and the Maryland Black Eyed Susan Book Awards Program
Presenters:
Jane Amtmann, Edgemere Elementary; Mary Grauel, Randallstown Elementary; Beth Shapiro, Towson High
Session 2: 12:55-1:55
An overview of programs, benefits, and resources available through the Maryland Association of School Librarians (MASL-- formerly MEMO), with the spotlight on MASL's Maryland Black Eyed Susan Book Awards program. Books nominated for the 2007-08 award in the Picture Book, Grades4-6, Grades 6-9, and High School categories will be featured, along with activities and resources for implementing the program to support curriculum goals and promote student participation.
Workshop Resources: Maryland Association of School Librarians
Maryland Black Eyed Susan Program: High School Resources (BCPS)
Book Hooks: Online Book Report Publishing Center
Great Fuzz Frenzy K-2
Great Fuzz Frenzy KWL
Read Aloud Activity
Lesson Plan
The National Science Digital Library (NSDL)
Presenters: Joann Stelmack, LMS - Chesapeake High
Beth Shapiro, LMS - Towson High
Session 1: 11:00-12:00 Session 3: 2:00-3:00
“The National Science Digital Library (NSDL) was created by the National Science Foundation to provide organized access to high quality resources and tools that support innovations in teaching and learning at all levels of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education.” This is an invaluable resource that school library media specialists need to know about and share with students and teachers.
Workshop Resources: START NOW-- Download the free NSDL Toolbar!
NSDL website
NSDL First-time users
NSDL Materials Request
Rounded Resources for a Flattened World
Presenter: Brad Foster, LMS - Pikesville Middle
Session 1: 11:00-12:00 Session 2: 12:55-1:55
The ever-expanding Internet flattens the world, but reduces our ability to find appropriate online educational resources. Let me share the best free activities, learning objects, and templates. Designed to show library media specialists and teachers how to reduce preparations while providing meaningful, independent applications and technology uses.
Workshop Resources: Tech Teach
Safari Montage 101
Presenter: Fran Glick, BCPS Professional Research Librarian
Session 3: 2:00-3:00
This workshop is designed to provide a tour of the SAFARI Montage video-on-demand system which is available in every school. The many features of SAFARI Montage and its interface will be highlighted. This is a perfect opportunity for those who are new librarians or those who need a refresher.
Workshop Resources: BCPS SAFARI Montage Resource Portal
School Libraries in China and Taiwan
Presenters: Jaime Connolly, LMS - Fifth District Elementary
Debbie Wilson-Matusky, LMS - Dulaney High
Session 1: 11:00-12:00
Workshop Resources:
IASL 2007 Annual Conference- Taiwan
School TV Studio Idea and Information Exchange
Presenters: Bob Hallett, LMS - Riderwood Elementary
Tatanisha Love, LMS - Windsor Mill Middle School
Session 2: 12:55-1:55 Session 3: 2:00-3:00
Whether you already have a TV studio (closet-sized or classroom sized) in place at your school, or are considering putting one together, this workshop offers an opportunity for participants to share TV studio goals, specific objectives, activities, administrative tips, problem-solving techniques, and television technologies. Topics of discussion include basic and advanced equipment needs and sources; funding options; physical and organizational concerns; curriculum integration; student job assignments, responsibilities and training; grade-level involvement alternatives; and time-saving tips and tricks for more efficient studio operation. A mini-tour of Windsor Mill Middle School's TV Studio will be offered.
Workshop Resources:
TV Studio: Unleashing the Power of Authentic Learning (BCPS)
Windsor Mill Morning Announcement Crew Application
Windsor Mill News Pass
Windsor Mill MAC Crew Recommendation
TV Studio Script
Outline - TV Studio Presentation
Riderwood Application for TV Studio Crew
Two Separate Crews
Videonics Titlemaker 3000 Operation
Job Checklists
Sponsor Request
Tele-Collaborating in Science: An Elementary Approach to the JASON Project
Presenter: Jacqueline Schoen, LMS - Woodholme Elementary
Audience: K-12*
Session 2: 12:55-1:55 Session 3: 2:00-3:00 Room: 204
Learn how the STEM Resource Teacher, Elementary Technology Integration Teacher and Library Media Specialist collaborated on two different JASON Projects to help students expand their scientific knowledge and learn how to apply it in real life situations. The JASON Project features real-time, tele-collaborative multimedia expeditions which offer students a unique opportunity to participate in authentic, multidisciplinary research directed by leading scientists.
Workshop Resources: JASON Project FAQs
Wikis, Podcasts, and TeacherTube: The New Collaborative Learning Landscape
Presenter: Barbara Falkinburg, LMS - Hereford High
Session 2: 12:55-1:55 Session 3: 2:00-3:00
With the introduction and availability of streaming media and contributory websites, new literacies are emerging which will alter the manner in which we educate our students. Not only must students be able to determine the value of the information they are receiving and accessing, but they must be able to contribute to the knowledge base and collaborate with fellow students in their classroom and around the globe. As Information Guides, Library Media Specialists must lead the way assisting educators with utilizing these new tools.
Workshop Resources: TeacherTube
School Library Tech Group
School Library Tech Frontier Blog
Google