Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools
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Transitioning traditional libraries to Learning Commons
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March 18, 2012 11:15 AM
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What is Curation?

This is the first in a series of videos explaining the shifts we're seeing in the world of content creation. Curation has exploded with the growth of Twitter, Tumblr and now Pinterest.
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March 11, 2012 9:46 AM
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Copyright Website - resources to teach copyright

Copyright Website - resources to teach copyright | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
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March 10, 2012 7:52 AM
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Got interests? Now get followers! - Searcheeze.com

Got interests? Now get followers! - Searcheeze.com | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
Create magazines about your favourite topics and gain authority online.
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March 10, 2012 7:49 AM
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Using web archives to preserve the past

Using web archives to preserve the past | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
Digital files are increasingly replacing physical documents.
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March 3, 2012 10:02 AM
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The disappearing virtual library

The disappearing virtual library | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
The shutdown of library.nu is creating a virtual showdown between would-be learners and the publishing industry.
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February 27, 2012 12:13 PM
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Twitter Resources, Apps, and Tools

Twitter Resources, Apps, and Tools | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
Twitter is possibly one of the most powerful social media tools available to educators. Get started today with these resources. Advanced users might find something here to enhance their Twitter experience.
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February 26, 2012 2:38 PM
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Kent ICT | a large collection of teacher resources including IWB interactives

Kent ICT | a large collection of teacher resources including IWB interactives | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
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February 26, 2012 1:55 PM
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WebQuest Create and Access Interactive Quizes and Assessements for Free

WebQuest Create and Access Interactive Quizes and Assessements for Free | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
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February 26, 2012 11:58 AM
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Sourcefabric - open source resources to produce your own digital books

Sourcefabric provides open source tools and services for journalists including Airtime for radio automation and Newscoop CMS for newspapers.
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February 22, 2012 9:54 AM
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The Futurist Interviews Librarian Futurist David Lankes | World Future Society

The Futurist Interviews Librarian Futurist David Lankes | World Future Society | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
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February 20, 2012 2:06 PM
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New tools make self-publishing e-books easier

New tools make self-publishing e-books easier | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
A variety of software helps you convert and format for Apple, Amazon and Barnes & Noble devices.
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February 12, 2012 3:47 PM
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A List of Free audio books for kids

A List of Free audio books for kids | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it

Free audio books for kids

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February 11, 2012 1:14 PM
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Teacher Resources | Library of Congress

Teacher Resources | Library of Congress | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
Teacher resources from the Library of Congress, including lesson plans, other classroom materials, professional development on using primary sources in the classroom.
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March 14, 2012 9:44 AM
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Social Media News and Web Tips – Mashable – The Social Media Guide

Social Media News and Web Tips – Mashable – The Social Media Guide | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
Social Media news blog covering cool new websites and social networks: Facebook, Google, Twitter, MySpace and YouTube. The latest web technology news, via RSS daily.
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March 11, 2012 9:33 AM
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BYOD and the library

BYOD and the library | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
Whenever I attend big technology conferences like MACUL in Michigan this week, I am reminded about...
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March 10, 2012 7:51 AM
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Full-time School Librarians Linked to Higher Student Reading Scores

Full-time School Librarians Linked to Higher Student Reading Scores | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it

"According to new research from Library Research Services, which reviewed standardized test scores from Colorado schools in 2005 and 2011, reading scores statistically increased when schools retained or gained a school librarian. "There is a positive and statistically significant relationship between advanced reading levels and endorsed librarian staffing trends," reads the report, published last month."


Via Anu Ojaranta
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March 4, 2012 9:26 PM
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museums on Tumblr

Museums on Tumblr (Updated 2/29/2012) Les Abattoirs (Toulouse, France) Allen Memorial Art Museum (Oberlin College) American Museum of Natural History [NEW] Arctic Museum, Peary-MacMillan (Bowdoin...
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March 1, 2012 9:01 AM
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Amazon's Kindle Lending Library touts indie writers

Amazon's Kindle Lending Library touts indie writers | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
Now, with more than 100,000 titles in its lending library, the e-commerce giant says more independent books are being bought and read. Read this blog post by Dara Kerr on Digital Media.
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February 27, 2012 12:08 PM
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School Library Futures | Services to Schools

School Library Futures | Services to Schools | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
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February 26, 2012 2:22 PM
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Apps with Aptitude 

Apps with Aptitude  | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
Apps With Aptitude was created as a collaborative space for participants at the 2012 ISTE conference who attended my BYOD session.  During the session I shared tips for successfully integrating apps...
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February 26, 2012 1:52 PM
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10 Resources for World Book Day | Teaching News

10 Resources for World Book Day | Teaching News | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
How are you celebrating World Book Day this year? Take a look at this list of amazing resources that you can use in your classroom.
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February 24, 2012 3:32 PM
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TMC - focus on 21st Century learners and the role of school libraries

TMC - focus on 21st Century learners and the role of school libraries | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
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February 20, 2012 2:21 PM
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Vital | Transforming lessons, inspiring learning

Vital | Transforming lessons, inspiring learning | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it

UK based subscription service - free account provides access to many resources

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February 17, 2012 7:10 AM
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Why Book Publishing Can Survive Digital Age: Echoes

Why Book Publishing Can Survive Digital Age: Echoes | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
Word on the street is that the publishing industry is under attack by technology. Amazon.com Inc. has launched a bare-knuckled assault against independent bookstores.
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February 11, 2012 1:44 PM
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Penguin Ends E-Book Library Lending And Relationship With OverDrive

Penguin Ends E-Book Library Lending And Relationship With OverDrive | Learning Commons - 21st Century Libraries in K-12 schools | Scoop.it
Three months of library drama are coming to a climax this evening as big-six publisher Penguin announced that it is ending its relationship with digital library distributor OverDrive.
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