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AS A FOLLOW-UP to studying a period of time in history, students investigate a person from that time period. They are also challenged to present their findings to an authentic [...]

This learning plan allows students to create a book summary podcast that can inspire others to explore books and encourage reading. After reading a library book, students will write a [...]

Students often get excited about popular movies that are coming out, especially when those movies are based on one of their favorite books. In this lesson, students will read a [...]

AFTER STUDYING A period of time in history, students will create a newspaper article set in that time period. The article must be accurate for that time period and inform [...]

ENGAGE STUDENTS WITH a new approach to a book summary. After reading the book, have them write a book summary in the form of a report card for one of [...]

AFTER READING A book, students will write a book summary in the form of Dear Abby advice columns for the main characters in the novel. The columns can be displayed [...]

The article describes an activity program for sixth to twelfth grade of elementary education in the U.S. which asks students to make an interactive promotional virtual poster regarding a book using Glogster, a web-based tool for interactive learning and digital storytelling.

The article presents a lesson plan in English and Language Arts for grades six to 12 students in the U.S. which teaches the online social network site Twitter as a learning tool.

The article describes an activity program for primary education which asks students to design a newspaper.

The article presents a lesson plan designed to teach children reading comprehension by making a short book trailer using Animoto.

The article examines how school librarians can help implement BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policies. It suggests librarians advocate for student use of technology when learning and should collaborate with teachers to incorporate mobile devices into the curriculum. Particular attention is given to creating a channel on the video-sharing website YouTube, which librarians can use to create instructional videos students can access via mobile devices. The benefits of YouTube videos are explored.

The article examines how schools can benefit from educational networking, the use of social networking technologies for educational purposes. While some people believe that online social networking decreases face-to-face communication, delays the development of social skills, and harms users' grammar skills, the author states that there are benefits. She states that educational advantages include engaging students with social media, providing homework help, and communicating with other teachers.

The article discusses how informative orientations can encourage students and teachers to visit a school library media center. It is stated that orientation is a perfect opportunity to introduce the students to the media staff, share valuable resources, and show students the services the media program offers. Orientation for teachers involves introducing new resources that help identify technology needs so that technology training can be planned throughout the year.

The article offers information related to National Board Certification in Library Media which is offered by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards of the U.S. This certification is given to teachers who have their library media program integrated into the curriculum. It various standards for the certification and explains the process through which the certification is given.

The article offers information on the importance of inventory in the library. It states that inventory could help librarians account for the resources of the library. It says that inventory provides librarians a chance to inspect the books, ensure that the books are in the right place, and provide accountability. It adds that inventory could also help librarians to decide regarding acquisition and recommendation to library users.

The article discusses the relevance of digital portfolios to the teacher's lesson development in the U.S. It states that the incorporation of digital technology into the educational system enables time-stressed teachers to have access on a very practical assessment tool. On a relative aspect, such approach is claimed not only offers professional development training for teachers, but also helps students set up their own portfolios.

The author offers recommendations for school librarians who are interested in adding content to library networking websites, such as posting library news, asking for patron feedback, and starting book discussions. The use of social media websites such as Facebook in schools is mentioned, as well as school blogs, virtual library tours, and library volunteer recruitment.

The article offers information on the educational applications of microblogging website Twitter. Definitions are provided for terminology specific to Twitter, as well as a list of organizations that discuss books and libraries on the website including the American Library Association, publisher Penguin Group, and periodical "School Library Journal." Reasons for using Twitter in libraries and classrooms include improving student writing, exposure to technology, and information sharing.

The article discusses the importance for teachers to incorporate podcasting into classroom learning experiences. It states that podcasting enhances the students' motivation to learn though the integration of technology they have and do their best to complete their projects. It outlines the benefits of classroom podcasting since it encourages students and teachers to become content producers rather than consumers.

The article presents several accounts from readers concerning their vision of the libraries in the future. One reader believes that print books may play a diminished role due to the introduction of the digital books, which are easy to access. Another reader agree that the use of personal electronic devices is a privilege, and may be use in the classroom only with supervision of the regular classroom teacher.

The article reports on the survey of the American Association of School Librarians (AASL), which showed misperceptions, confusion, and inconsistencies regarding different school librarian's title of profession. It says that ASSL has formally adopted "school librarian" as title after reviewing survey data on disadvantages and advantages of different tittles for the profession. It also says that the AASL Board of Directors find the title to be the apparent description title of the profession.

A chart is presented that list the rating of an effective podcast.

A letter is presented from Melissa Purcell of Glynn Academy on reminding teachers on the availability and ways of helping teachers.