Does anyone have suggestions for grant funding to purchase books for ELL students. My school has an enrollment of 497 students and about 40 are English language learners. They are from several different countries. I would also appreciate any suggestions you might have for books to purchase.
As a NC representative of publishers of bi lingual books (spanish/english) I have some samples (new) I can sell you for $5.00 each. I rep several publishers who publish topics in the tha bilingual format. These are books written for the k-12 school curriculum. Email me if you are interested. Barb
On 1/05/10, wolfe wrote: > In this world it is futile to try to predict what anything > will be in 10 years. If you are worried about a job in 10 > years try getting some experience as an archivist. There will > be billions of pages of web info that will need preserving and > organizing, so if you have those skills you will be needed > somewhere.
Couldn't agree w/you more...I'm glad I'm close to retirement and I don't recommend school library science (media specialists) to anyone.....sad to say.
Flex schedules and libraries, I know nothing about. I do know something about digital literacy skills though and I'm kind of in the same boat as you with our faculty. I'm in Texas and we have regional education centers that offer professional development workshops on an ongoing basis. I'd say most of the computer app workshops are also online (I think they're open to anyone, not just Texans). I'm always encouraging our teachers to take one, but I think the barrier is that they don't see how a class on the internet or spreadsheets would be of any value - after all, there's Google, right? And what on earth would I use a spreadsheet for? Oh my! How learning to use spreadsheets and databases has made tasks so much quicker and easier!
I think it's important to get teachers to use technology in the first place for themselves, to learn about what kinds of resources are out there and then they can be more comfortable with integrating it into the lessons that they've always done "that" way. I am constantly sending out links to my teachers of great websites for them and for their students along with ideas for how they could use them in their classes. Unfortunately, I don't follow up on them to see if the teacher actually looks at them or not.... I'm trying to gather a "library" of those resources based on subject matter and ages.
Perhaps you could do an inservice or a staff meeting for demonstrating some of these resources and how they can be used in lessons, or how an Office application can streamline teacher tasks? If my principal (or another teacher) knew about these things and could demonstrate them, s/he could surely then help me with it.
Another thing that teachers need to do to model responsible usage of information is to not use copyrighted materials and to not let their students use them either! Perhaps they need a reminder of what constitutes "fair use" and "public domain." There is a great new usable copyright now called the Creative Commons that allows users to adapt or even outright copy a work under certain conditions (usually just citing the source). I'm also gathering a list of CC resources of multi-media files that teachers/students can draw from without worry.
Teachers should also demonstrate how to properly use copyrighted materials and expect their students to do the same with proper citations - whether they're writing (or making a powerPoint presentation) for a history class, an art class or an English class, they should be required to properly cite ALL sources. Plagiarism/piracy/copyright infringement in college can lead to a student being expelled from that institution without a second chance. I don't think students understand what a serious crime copyright infringement is.
Perhaps bring in a librarian from a local college to give teachers some specific tips and tools that they can then pass on to their students as resources. Or a copyright lawyer to remind teachers of copyright laws and to explain the new Creative Commons copyright movement.
I'm considering a change of careers and would like your input on recommended coursework to become a media specialist or school librarian. I have a BA in Journalism/Mass Communication, but have direct experience with technology.
I got my degree from University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill (#1 Library school in nation). It's a tough program to get into, and it's a tough program to finish. There is a lot required if you want to be SLMS. I had to do an internship (student teaching in a MC), write a thesis, and take comp exams. But, I am now sooooo prepared! Feel free to email me directly if you have any questions. [email removed]
Here in Texas, you must have teaching experience, hold a Master's deg...See MoreOn 1/07/10, Tina wrote: > I'm considering a change of careers and would like your > input on recommended coursework to become a media specialist > or school librarian. I have a BA in Journalism/Mass > Communication, but have direct experience with technology.
Here in Texas, you must have teaching experience, hold a Master's degree (in anything) and hold a school library certificate.
I have taught for 4 years, hold my MAT and am currently enrolled in a certification program which could lead to a Master's through University of North Texas. All courses are offered online
On the Library page on my site I have links to sites to make you more comfortable using Web 2.0 tools and social media. I also links to sites to find library blogs.
Any suggestions for reading material to help me prepare for this test? I know "Information Power" is a must. Anything other help would be greatly appreciated.
CaseyOn 1/16/10, Confused wrote: > Any suggestions for reading material to help me prepare > for this test? I know "Information Power" is a must. > Anything other help would be greatly appreciated. I'm also taking the exam in March. I found these while searching online for additional help. Try if they will allow me to post it: [link removed]
I am currently working on my National Boards and am having a dificult time getting a copy of my video onto a DVD-R that works in a variety of DVD players. Has anyone found a brand name that works best?
I just started my new job on January 4th, and inherited a rather antiquated research project that third, fourth, and fifth grades complete during the second semester. Since I came in on January 4th and did not have access to any information over the break, I was told by the outgoing librarian and the principals to keep everything "as is," and make changes next year, when I can collaborate with teachers.
Well, a couple of teachers are being outright hostile towards me and want ME to grade their students' research projects. When I refuse, I get an earful about how busy they are, etc etc etc. I do not know of any librarian in our district who grades papers for teachers. Occasionally we complete an activity and I give the teacher a chance to take it for a grade.
At first I was going to say I have never heard of this, but I forgot I have actully taught math and reading at the first and last hour of the day which included gradng the papers as well in addition to running the Media Center with no para. There is no limit to what an administrator or teacher will ask of you! This is absurd for a librarian to grade papers. Does the head custodian plan the lunch menus? Does the principl empty the garbage cans when the custodians are sick and too busy? Then why is it okay for the librarian to sub into so many jobs within the school? SIGH