Professional+Development

LMS Meeting Agenda April 20, 2009 3:30-5:30, ARC


 * 1) New Library Automation Possibilities: Update from the Committee (Jamie Chapman, Diane Goodrich, Ginny Forman, Lin Hill, Sarah Severs, Clover Carroll, Melissa Anderson, Daren Collins, Frank Prodereck, Jamie Endahl)
 * 2) Online dbs & digital learning resources: your input needed – renewal time is here
 * 3) dBooks & Visual Learning
 * 4) LMS communication protocols
 * 5) Summer work & 09-10 professional development
 * 6) Informal survey of how lms wind up the school year --do you teach classes up to the last day or do you take the last week to finish library work

See below to Sign up for interest in the Webnars below: PUT YOUR NAME AT THE END OF THE ENTRY; ADDING COLOR WILL HELP US FIND IT BETTER.  New .....Schedule of 2009 Webinar **Redefining Literacy for the 21st Century 2.0 with David Warlick Tuesday, February 10 at 3:30pm EST ** Find a new definition of literacy for the Information Age that you can pass on to learners of all ages and learn suggestions and resources for discovering your own path to promoting literacy in the 21st century.

**A Few (More!) New Things with Joyce Valenza Tuesday, February 17 at 3:30pm EST ** Our tools are changing and in turn, our skills must also change. As our information and communication landscapes continue to shift, information professionals must know the new tools, or things, at hand. Learn what you can do to lead your school community in applying these things in engaging ways to enhance learning.

As the copyright consultant in your school, what can you do to help ensure that you operate within the law and still provide appropriate resources for your building? Learn how from the leading author on copyright for schools.
 * Copyright for Schools with Carol Simpson Tuesday, February 24 at 7:00pm EST**

Join graphic novels guru Michele Gorman to find out more about why this format is so good for teens, including an in-depth look at how (and why) graphic novels and comics are turning a new generation of anti-reading teens into readers!
 * Graphic Novels for Teens with Michele GormanThursday, February 26 at 3:30pm EST**

Harness the power of the library to reach students and close the achievement gap. Learn research-based methods to address the needs of at-risk students in the library media center. Help improve test scores and decrease drop out rates by being part of the team who builds skills in struggling students.
 * The Power of the Media Specialist to Improve Academic Achievement and Strengthen At-Risk Students with Jami Jones and Alana Zambone Tuesday, March 3 at 3:30pm EST**

Thursday, March 5 at 3:30pm EST** Join Big6 trainer, Barbara Jansen as she guides you through using this tried-and-true method with young students. Learn about actual tools that are ready to use in the library or classroom and see sample developmentally appropriate lessons that can be used again and again to teach the Big6 process to young learners.
 * Big 6 Goes Primary! Teaching Information and Communications Technology Skills in the K-3 Curriculum with Barbara Jansen

Come learn how to best utilize some of the coolest Web 2.0 tools to enhance your own professional development and expand your personal learning network. Kathy will cover aggregators to mind mappers, and everything in-between! Although many Web 2.0 tools are not targeted specifically for educators, you will learn how to make them work best for you.  Want to write a grant for your school library? Join authors Cynthia Anderson and Kathi Knop to learn where to find funders and how to write winning grants. Get valuable tips on networking to find resources, finding examples of funded grants, and making your proposal simply the best. There is grant money available - find some for your library and make a difference for your students, staff, and parents!
 * Web 2.0 Tools for Professional Development with Kathy SchrockTuesday, March 10 at 3:30pm EST**
 * Write Grants, Get Money with Cyndee Anderson and Kathi KnopThursday, March 12 at 3:30pm EST**

Use the Super3-a spin off from the widely used Big6-to help students in grades Pre-K - 2 develop the skills to become critical thinkers and problem-solvers. Learn how, why, and what the Super3 can do to help young learners in all curriculum areas.
 * Super3 Information Skills with Laura Eisenberg RobinsonTuesday, March 24 at 3:30pm EST**

What is project-based learning (PBL)? How can librarians become valuable teaching partners and facilitators in this effort? Answer these questions and more as you receive how-to tips on working with teachers in secondary schools in designing/implementing projects that emphasize rigorous and authentic learning experiences.
 * Collaborating for Project-Based Learning in Grades 9-12 with Violet Harada, Carolyn Kirio, and Sandra Yamamoto Thursday, March 26 at 3:30pm EST**

Learn the foundations of the widely used Big6 information literacy skills from co-founder, Bob Berkowitz.
 * Big6 Basics with Bob Berkowitz Tuesday, March 31 at 3:30pm EST**

Think that boys won't read? Learn about books boys will read; books that are funny, action packed, trivia filled or gross. Learn about strategies that will get them reading and writing with enthusiasm as well. You'll receive a handout of the books. Lin
 * Books and Boys with Deb Ford Thursday, April 2 at 3:30pm EST**




