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FALL 2011 CHRIS GIBSON, LIBRARIAN www.library80x.org MS 80x Library Learning Commons eNewsletter
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Fall 2011 Library eNewsletter
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FALL 2011 CHRIS GIBSON, LIBRARIAN
MS 80x Library Learning Commons eNewsletter
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Contents
About the Learning CommonsOpen access Class visits how-toOnline catalogOnline database and ebooksLibrary dataSlide show how-toContact and social media
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About the Library Learning Commons in room 401…
Mission Statement The Library Learning Commons is a space that encourages creativity and discovery, and inspires students and staff to work with information in all formats. We live and work in a digital environment; students need and deserve a 21st century education and learning environment. Our students and teachers are invited to learn the necessary skills to live, work, and thrive in the 21st century. (cont.)
Source: http://comminfo.rutgers.edu/~rtodd/publications.htm
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About the Library Learning Commons …(cont.)
Here, we embrace these four core values: Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, and Community. Keeping these four core values in mind, we will continuously strive to meet these five challenges:
School libraries are knowledge centers, not information places.
There will be evidence-based practice here.We will build partnerships and teams.We will engage Web 2.0 tools to develop deep inquiry.We will re-imagine school libraries. (cont.)Source: http://comminfo.rutgers.edu/~rtodd/publications.htm
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About the Library Learning Commons …(cont.)
We are social learners. We value social experiences that blend communication and learning. Authentic understanding and knowledge are constructed through personal experience and reflection. This is why the Library Learning Commons aims to be the hub of inquiry. This is the place where the entire school community can learn, create, teach, and network.
Source: http://comminfo.rutgers.edu/~rtodd/publications.htm
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Open Access
Did you know that periods of student Open Access vary each day? Open Access (OA) times can be viewed each morning by 8:00 on the library calendar at https://sites.google.com/site/libraryroom401/calendar
and at http://twitter.com/#!/libraryroom401You can also check the paper calendar on
the door at room 401.Staff have access to the Library anytime I
am there.
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Class Visits
To schedule a class visit for book circulation or for research, you can go to
http://sites.google.com/site/libraryroom401/teachers to submit a request. You can also call me at x4013.
It’s best to plan in advance!
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Online catalog
You can browse the library’s collection 24/7 at http://sites.google.com/site/libraryroom401/homeJust click on CATALOG.
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Online Database
Students, staff and parents have access to our database for research and information. This year we are continuing our subscription to Infotrac Student Resource Center Junior.
Visit http://sites.google.com/site/libraryroom401/databases
See me for the password.
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Ebooks
MS 80x subscribes to digital books for our learning community. All titles are available 24/7 from any computer. We have TumbleReadables, Capstone Interactive Library, and our ever-growing Follett Shelf.
All can be found at http://sites.google.com/site/libraryroom401/databases
which is on the school library web site. See Ms. Gibson for passwords.
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Why TumbleReadables?
TumbleReadables feature adjustable online text and complete audio narration. Sentences are highlighted as they are being read and the pages turn automatically.
This is great for emergent, struggling, and reluctant readers, as well as an excellent tool for ESL.
See Ms. Gibson for passwords
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Why Capstone?
Capstone helps struggling readers gain confidence and achieve success with reading. Capstone Interactive Library™ is a technology-based approach to help preK-grade 8 students practice reading and learn vocabulary and pronunciation skills.
See Ms. Gibson for passwords
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Why Follett Shelf ebooks?
In addition to Capstone and TumbleReadables, our library has Follett Shelf eBooks. You can read full-length fiction and nonfiction titles. Teachers can also find valuable teaching resources to use on interactive white boards.
See Ms. Gibson for passwords.
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Library Data: Book Circulation
Sept. 27 – Nov. 29 2011 Total book circulation 901
Grade 6 circulation 304
Grade 7 circulation 220
Grade 8 circulation 352
Staff and parent circulation
25
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More Library Data: Patrons
Individual library patronswho signed in betweenSept. 27 – Nov. 29 2011
751
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More Library Data: Class Visits
Sept. 27 – Nov. 29 2011Class Visits (excluding my teaching program):
A total of 23 class visits were logged. Teachers are encouraged to arrange for class
visits in advance.
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Class Shout-Outs!
By grade, these classes borrowed the MOST books:
Class 603 borrowed 128 booksClass 701 borrowed 137 booksClass 803 borrowed 91 books
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Slide Show How-to
If you want to create slides to support instruction, I suggest Google Docs. If you want some pointers, I can help!
All you need is a gmail account and a flash drive. You might want to create a
free account on http://www.slideshare.net/ too.
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Contact
Chris Gibson, MLSMiddle School 80x149 East Mosholu ParkwayBronx, New York 10467718.405.6300 x [email protected] the library social media at http://sites.google.com/site/libraryroom401/funplaces
