Tuesday, August 14, 2018

LBS 850- Module 12 THE END

It's the last day of my Emerging Technologies for Libraries class, and we're revisiting the Top Ten Tips lists we made at the beginning of the summer. While my big ideas haven't changed, I have definitely acquired a ton of new tools to help me reach my goals. I have two major take aways- I need to make time to stay on top of these tech developments, and focus on the TYPES of tech, because there are too many tools to keep track of without sorting them.

As far as making time is concerned, I know it needs to be a part of my routine in order to take root. Last year I was very worried about staying on top of age=appropriate titles for elementary school when most of my pleasure reading was YA. I implemented a daily silent reading timing as a part of my routine and when the students were reading, so was I. I used the time specifically to read things I would want to add to or recommend in the library. I'm going to set up a similar daily time period to stay up-to-date with tech. MY administration mandates a consistent typing practice, so during the class typing time, I will research or work on tech tools. 

For the sorting, Barb organized things for us during Module 3 into ORGANIZE YOUR STUFF, FIND NEW STUFF, and FIND NEW BOOKS. For my students, I might choose categories like "FIND NEW INFORMATION, ORGANIZE YOUR INFORMATION, PRESENT YOUR INFORMATION" Being able to describe the tools and figure out what category they belong to will help students realize how the tools will be used and if they need it or not.

Below is the list I posted at the beginning of the semester. It still stands, but thanks to this class I have a ton of new tools to flesh out the list and meet my technology goals.

10. Don't overwhelm yourself. Pick a technology that you're already somewhat familiar with on a personal level and leverage that for use in the classroom. Then move on to new things.

9. Focus more on the types of technology (communication tools, research tools, databases, etc) than the actual products. Products change, but the needs remain the same.

8. Give yourself time to play with new products.

7. Give your students time to play with new products.

6. Seek out professional development about new apps/tech- so much is available, a lot of it for free!

5. Use social media (Instagram and Twitter!) to seek out other educators who are doing similar work- these connections will inspire you and keep new tech on your radar.

4. Figure out the curriculum connections before you choose the tech to teach- use these tools to enrich the education already taking place.

3. Check and find out what your students already know before you plan your lessons. Especially in this 2018 tech-heavy world, students already know A TON. Check in before you plan to teach them.

2. Ask students what they wish they could learn. Ask them how they would use the tech they want to learn. In general, involve them in this process.

1. HAVE FUN! The future is now.

9 Comments:

At September 9, 2018 at 6:01 AM , Anonymous Teresa said...

It is a terrific page. I can't hold out to examine some unique content published by you. Well-done.

 
At September 9, 2018 at 6:03 AM , Anonymous Victoria said...

It has been a lengthy morning and in the final of the week I encountered your website. I'm really contented that I conducted it because I have improved my feeling! Thanks so a lot!

 
At September 9, 2018 at 6:04 AM , Anonymous Scarlett said...

Hello! My name is Carmen and I completely like your blog. I understand it quite once a year when I need moment to be familiar with unique details and ideas. I truly appreciate you and your blog! Good-job!

 
At September 9, 2018 at 6:05 AM , Anonymous Juliet said...

That is a wonderful content. I truly enjoy studying it. Well-done! Now I am interested in additional articles!

 
At September 9, 2018 at 6:06 AM , Anonymous Lisa said...

My pal has advised me about the internet site a couple of days ago. I have studied the initially content nowadays and I must declare that it is very close developed.

 
At September 9, 2018 at 6:07 AM , Anonymous Susan said...

Sadly, here are not lots of equivalent internet websites like yours. I do not know if it is a good aim but nonetheless, I'm delighted that you release the articles!

 
At September 9, 2018 at 6:08 AM , Anonymous Claudia said...

Congratulations my dear! I am checking your blog for a couple of several months and I must confess that the stage of your content is spectacular!

 
At September 9, 2018 at 6:09 AM , Anonymous Diana said...

Hi. I'm Emma and I have simply read your content. I ought to confess that I am amazed. It is quite worthwhile guide and everything is explained with specifics what makes browsing and knowing quicker. Good job!

 
At November 21, 2018 at 1:46 AM , Blogger midn said...

replika rolex klokker, kombinere elegant stil og banebrytende watchmaking-teknologi, en rekke stilarter replika rolex klokker , går pekeren mellom din eksklusive smaksstil.......

 

Post a Comment

Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.

Subscribe to Post Comments [Atom]

<< Home