On the DL
Notes from Digital Learning and School Library Services
October 2022
Welcome to the refreshed monthly newsletter from the BCS Digital Learning and School Library Services Department. The sections below were designed for quick, efficient browsing that prioritizes the importance of empowerment, reflection, and innovation in education. Have feedback on this new layout? Please let us know what you think using the form linked below!
Empower
The BCS Digital Learning Department is thrilled to launch our new monthly calendar series! Feel free to use these district-funded resources as a warm-up to celebrate the various days featured on this calendar. Each month, we will also have special teacher challenges! Check out the embedded and printable link to the calendar below. Please log in to Clever first before accessing any of the linked calendar resources below!
Reflect
Let's reflect on current practices in our school communities, including our amazing library spaces!
The Library Spotlight: Bringing Together the Past and Present
Allison Gale, Leland Middle School Media Coordinator
On September 19, select students of LMS enjoyed their lunches while viewing Queen Elizabeth the Second final royal ceremonies in the library. Students could use their Tiger Tickets to purchase hot chocolate or tea. There were special displays of books about princesses and royalty and books about other famous women named Elizabeth.
This event was part of an effort to connect students with global current events, exposing them to other culture's social, political, and religious customs, and allowing students to feel connected in real time to others around the world.
Students enjoyed it so much that LMS will host another Royal Reading Day for the Coronation.
Allison Gale, LMS media coordinator, seen ready to host a royal ceremonies viewing event.
Students enjoy their lunches, drinking hot chocolate and tea.
A selection of books handpicked by Ms. Gale awaited readers.
Be aware of the terms of service of any subscription service!
The Copyright Corner:
Why is Netflix, Disney+, Hulu or any other streaming service blocked? I teach that novel, topic, etc. and need to show the video.
Why is Netflix, Disney+, Hulu or any other streaming service blocked? I teach that novel, topic, etc. and need to show the video.
Several things come into play here.
Terms of Service: Your Netflix account Terms of Service state that the account is for your personal, entertainment use. Your classroom is neither personal nor entertainment. The same goes for all other streaming accounts.
Certain Netflix Original documentaries have been deemed for educational use, HOWEVER, there is no way to filter these from the rest of the Netflix content.
Movies used in the classroom must meet Fair Use guidelines. In order to meet these, the movie must be tied directly to a content standard (no showing movies for rewards or holidays). In addition, they must be acquired legally and preferably from a vendor with licensing rights for viewing.
We have a form that should be completed and then signed by your school administrator when showing any movie. See your media coordinator for more information.
Innovate
Looking to embrace new ideas and products in your learning environment? Check out some of the many resources the BCS Digital Learning Department provides! Click on each icon below to access the available resources!
Have a digital learning lesson idea to share with other NC Educators? Apply to Present at NCTIES by clicking the icon above. The Call for Proposals will be open until October 28, 2022.
Did you know that NC is the first state to provide ISTE memberships to educators? Be sure to claim your FREE membership to ISTE (the International Society for Technology in Education) - Look for the icon shown above in NCEdCloud!