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Emerald's Curiosity Center
Emerald's Curiosity Center
Big thank you to Lizzy Carmichael, teacher librarian, and Samara Williams, principal, at Emerald Elem. for hosting the March 13th TL Workshop. This was the first time many of our TLs have had the chance to see Emerald's Curiosity Center. In addition to touring this welcoming and innovative space, Lizzy gave us an update on Curiosity Center programming and services and the how she's been optimizing the collection to improve patron self sufficiency.
After TL-led workshop sessions concluded the group gathered together for an interesting and lively conversation about what genrefication looks like for their library. Loads of sharing and conversation took place as each TL considered what is best for their patrons. Stay tuned...
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The CTLC is an annual event held in Denver, Colorado to promote and celebrate teen literature. Keynote speakers this year are Raúl the Third (Lowriders in Space) and Simone Elkeles (Better Than Perfect). The conference will be held on Saturday, April 14th at Tivoli Student Union on the Auraria campus in Denver.
Registration : $75 Adult; $40 Student
In addition to the keynote speakers, workshops and speakers are scheduled on topics including writing workshops, new books for teens, local authors and publishing. Book sales and author signings are also scheduled.
Sheena Kelly, MS/HS Teacher Librarian at Peak to Peak and BVSD LAC member, is on the conference planning committee and assures us that this event is always a great time! Sheena can vouch for the food (breakfast and lunch included with the ticket) and wide appeal of session topics!
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by Diana Rendina
by Diana Rendina
With the advent of modern technologies and the rise of participatory and active learning pedagogy, the traditional school library model is no longer as effective as it once was.
Reimagining Library Spaces helps librarians rethink the library space, including the changing role of technology, showing ways to transform how students learn in and use these spaces.
Find the guidance you need to make smart and efficient updates to your library space that encourage the use of technology to improve student learning.
This book includes:
- Tips and strategies for transforming your outdated library space on a small budget.
- How-to’s for addressing the challenges and opportunities brought about by the changing role of technology, including collaborative learning labs, makerspaces and ways to support BYOD.
- Practical suggestions for finding ideas to improve your space, inventory your library and survey your community.
From Michael Karlin, EdTech Roundup:
Reimagining Library Spaces is an excellent, thoughtful, and practical read. I love how each chapter ends with action steps, so that you have a tangible suggestion for moving forward. It’s a perfect resource for any school or library media specialist that is considering redesigning the library space on both the small and large scale level.
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