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The Best 8 Tablets for Teachers ~ Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

The Best 8 Tablets for Teachers ~ Educational Technology and Mobile Learning | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
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The New School Library

The New School Library | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.nais.org - June 19, 8:26 AM
As libraries continue to change with the growth of technology tools, good schools know that libraries and professional librarians are still essential to their missions.
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40 Ways to Use Google Apps in Education ~ Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

40 Ways to Use Google Apps in Education ~ Educational Technology and Mobile Learning | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.educatorstechnology.com - March 10, 12:20 AM
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3 Reasons Why You Should Find Time For EdTech - Edudemic

3 Reasons Why You Should Find Time For EdTech - Edudemic | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From edudemic.com - March 9, 6:05 PM
I argue to find time for edtech. Incorporating technology into my teaching allows me to do 3 things I ask my own students to do anything.
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Figuring It Out: Creating the Conditions to Unlearn

Figuring It Out: Creating the Conditions to Unlearn | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From figuringitouted.blogspot.ca - March 9, 6:00 PM
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What Is Java, Is It Insecure, and Should I Use It?

What Is Java, Is It Insecure, and Should I Use It? | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From lifehacker.com - March 9, 5:48 PM
Dear Lifehacker, It seems like every other day, Java has another security hole that everybody craps their pants over. Can you settle the Java debate for me once and for all?
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Designing Libraries - Planning school libraries

Designing Libraries - Planning school libraries | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.designinglibraries.org.uk - February 2, 8:27 AM
School libraries are essential to learning, and good design is seen as a central consideration in creating effective learning environments.
Robin Jordan's curator insight, February 2, 11:50 AM

There is so much to consider, not just your physical space (which is woefully lacking) but also the virtual space...so much too do, so little time!
karen beck's curator insight, February 2, 2:04 PM

helpful for planning a new Learning Commons
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Discusses important considerations when designing the learning environment for modern, 21st Century school libraries.
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Pew Study Suggests Libraries (And Print) Still Have A Future In An E-Book World | TechCrunch

Pew Study Suggests Libraries (And Print) Still Have A Future In An E-Book World | TechCrunch | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From techcrunch.com - January 26, 10:52 PM
A new study from the Pew Internet and American Life Project looks at the future of libraries.
Rhonda Kay's comment, March 21, 1:46 PM
Many Libraries already have these things...which suggests we need to do a better marketing job.
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eBook and Audiobook support | Ottawa Public Library

eBook and Audiobook support | Ottawa Public Library | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From biblioottawalibrary.ca - January 13, 6:54 PM
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The Best 8 Tablets for Teachers ~ Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

The Best 8 Tablets for Teachers ~ Educational Technology and Mobile Learning | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.educatorstechnology.com - January 5, 9:57 AM
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A 21st Century Librarian Helps Students See Through the Cloud -- THE Journal

A 21st Century Librarian Helps Students See Through the Cloud -- THE Journal | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From thejournal.com - January 2, 4:47 PM
Today’s librarians have to know things like responsible use policies and how to guide students in the effective use of the internet for research.
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E-book Reading Jumps; Print Book Reading Declines

E-book Reading Jumps; Print Book Reading Declines | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From libraries.pewinternet.org - January 2, 12:20 PM
23% of Americans ages 16 and older read an e-book in the past year, up from 16% the year before. The share who read a print book declined to 67%, from 72%.
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Library as Platform: Unlocking the Potential of Our Communities

From vimeo.com - November 9, 2012 10:56 AM
Our buildings matter. Our services matter. But they don’t matter on their own, and we do not determine their value – that is a job for the community.
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Extraordinary Librarians: The Digital Shift

Extraordinary Librarians: The Digital Shift | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.thedigitalshift.com - November 9, 2012 10:51 AM
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RealtimeBoard A Great Tool for Visual Collaboration ~ Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

RealtimeBoard A Great Tool for Visual Collaboration ~ Educational Technology and Mobile Learning | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.educatorstechnology.com - March 10, 12:22 AM
Carol Koechlin's curator insight, March 10, 12:31 PM

Looks like great potential for collaborative work for students and teachers in the LC.
Joyce Valenza's curator insight, March 30, 9:56 AM

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Technology Bits Bytes & Nibbles | 50 Of The Best Resources For iPads In Education – Teachers With Apps

Technology Bits Bytes & Nibbles | 50 Of The Best Resources For iPads In Education – Teachers With Apps | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.technologybitsbytesnibbles.info - March 10, 12:18 AM
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PRINCIPALLY SPEAKING: Developing a Culture of Digital Innovation

From aprincipalspeaking.blogspot.ca - March 9, 6:03 PM
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Video as a learning tool: A mixed blessing?

Video as a learning tool: A mixed blessing? | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From elearningindustry.com - March 9, 5:57 PM
Do you think the use of video during the instructional process helps or distracts the learner? Is video a mixed blessing?
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Free World Digital Library for Teachers and Students

Free World Digital Library for Teachers and Students | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.educatorstechnology.com - March 9, 8:56 AM
Angela Wilkins's curator insight, March 17, 9:23 AM

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How to Manage 3rd Party Apps Accessing Your Google Account

How to Manage 3rd Party Apps Accessing Your Google Account | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.freetech4teachers.com - January 26, 11:06 PM
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Libraries' Love Affair With Print Is Far From Over

Libraries' Love Affair With Print Is Far From Over | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From mashable.com - January 23, 7:49 AM
Americans are all for more technology resources in libraries, so long as they don't have to fork over space occupied by print books.
Rhonda Kay's curator insight, March 21, 1:38 PM

after years of avoiding ebooks I am finally avoiding print books. 

 
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Book recommendations for you based on your Twitter history and profile

Book recommendations for you based on your Twitter history and profile | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From books.knightlabprojects.com - January 6, 8:15 PM
Diego Lopez Tassara's curator insight, February 18, 12:14 PM

Really cool tool !
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What Teachers Need to Know about Creative Commons

From www.educatorstechnology.com - January 5, 9:52 AM
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Mobile Learning: Resource Roundup from Edutopia

Mobile Learning: Resource Roundup from Edutopia | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.edutopia.org - January 2, 4:41 PM
From smartphones and tablets, to MP3 players and e-readers, today's students have a variety of mobile technologies at their fingertips. Here's a look at some mobile learning resources from Edutopia and around the Web.
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Book Suggestion Search Engine for your Students based on author, title, or interest

Book Suggestion Search Engine for your Students based on author, title, or interest | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.booklamp.org - November 25, 2012 1:50 PM
BookLamp is a book analytic engine powered by the Book Genome Project. BookLamp's technology has applications in book discovery, reader advisory, and book suggestions similar to how Pandora.com analyzes music.
Angela Wilkins's curator insight, March 17, 9:22 AM

Matching Student Interest
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Together for Learning - Collaboration space to share Learning Commons Resources

Together for Learning - Collaboration space to share Learning Commons Resources | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
From www.accessola.org - November 9, 2012 10:53 AM
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