school libraries in the bad old days
DESCRIPTION
TRANSCRIPT
“School Libraries in the Bad Old Days”
Where Do You Fit In?
• Bleeding Edge – Ahead, implementing new apps as they're released.
• Leading Edge– Hanging back to see if a product is successful before
buying.• Bringing in the Wedge– Not a risk taker; uses a safe approach when buying
technology• Trailing Edge– Dragging, kicking, and screaming to accept technology.
Get on the Bandwagon
Curry Lance states, “The best school libraries are those that have integrated in remote access to library resources for students.”
Internet and Electronic Resources
Technology Applications
• Circulation System– Inventories the library’s collection
• Security System– Saves money on lost books
• Cataloging– Marc Records allow books to be found on shelves
• Personal Computers– Automate repetitive tasks
School Librarians Must Be Leaders in Educational Technology
Webinars and E-booksAPPS
Web based
instruction
BlogsWikipedia
Avatars
Virtual library
Endless Possibilities
Audiovisual Equipment
• Films• DVD• Projectors• VCR• PowerPoint presentations
Audiovisual education or multimedia-based education (MBE) is instruction where particular attention is paid to the audio and visual presentation of the material with the goal of improving comprehension and retention
Use Social Media
Facebook Creating a Fan Page filled with useful information
for students. Twitter– Provide live updates of assignments and lessons
Google+ Create a circle exclusively for students and post
status updates pertaining to the course
What’s Your Interest?Technology Competencies
• Know the basic operations, terminology, and about
equipment maintenance
• Knowledge of computer assisted programs
• Impact technology has on careers
• Computer programming
These things will keep your students on track!!!
No Walls Associated w/ Libraries
• Students expect to be prepared for the 21st Century technology e-revolution.
• The library must be accessed 24 hours a day• Students should be able to find what they
need
TECHNOLOGY CAN DO A LOT FOR YOUR LIBRARY
IT Support
As technology leaders and librarians, we must be able to troubleshoot problems within our buildings. The level of IT support is subpar.
Response1. What is your view as to the place your school library should be with relation to
adoption of technology.A. I believe our school district should be on the leading edge of technology. After
discussions with other librarians in the district, we feel that the leading edge will afford us to have the latest in technology, but not sacrifice cost. We don’t mind being a demonstrative site for freebies, but we don’t want to waste money on technology purchases that are not necessary.
2. A number of advances were discussed in this chapter as regards to library technology. Which one had the greatest impact on school libraries?
A. The greatest impact on school libraries is the computer. The computer was created to create a paperless society, but it has indeed exposed us to a World Wide Web of endless information which gives us power. According to William Scheeren, author or Technology for the School Librarian, technology did not exist prior to 1985. The invention on the computer created the internet and its digital resources. The personal computer gave way to circulation, cataloging, and networks that provide practical public online catalogs. The creation of e-books proves to be a popular commodity among teens and adults alike according to Nielson Polling Group.
Response (cont.)Examine 3 Definitions of Technology• “Technology is the making, modification, usage, and knowledge of tools,
machines, techniques, crafts, systems, methods of organization, in order to solve a problem, improve a preexisting solution to a problem, achieve a goal or perform a specific function.”– Wikipedia
• “Technology is the practical application of knowledge especially in a particular area.”– Merriam-Webster
• “The purposeful application of information in the design, production, and utilization of goods and services, and in the organization of human activities.”– Business Dictionary
Rules to Live By
• Be comfortable online• Be able to fix things• Embrace changes• Seek training• Indulge in computer programming
Acknowledgements• Scheeren, William. (2010). Technology for the School Librarian. United States. Libraries Unlimited.• http://www.librarytechnology.org/• http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/technology• http://www.businessdictionary.com/definition/technology.html• http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/2803487/PC-World-announces-the-end-of-the-floppy-disk.html• http://www.sti-tech.com/
Summary
The evolution of the library has gone viral. Outdated technologies have quickly been replaced with the introduction of the computer. Experts believe that in order for librarians to thrive, they must embrace technology, and let go of antiquated ways of running a library. Books are beautiful, but the book Information Power gives the new media specialist tools they can use to advance their library into the 21st century.
Chara GillLEM 511Phone: 205.563.1508E-mail: [email protected]