Leading from the Library

Apr 23 2024 16
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In this series, the topics will focus on the many ways Future Ready Librarians® lead as we hear stories and ideas from some of the nation’s top teacher librarians. They will inspire us and make us look at our practice within the topics of collection development, diversity, virtual and school library spaces, collaboration, empowering students as creators, continuous and remote learning and so much more.

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Making A Difference Through Mentorship

Apr 23 2024 28 mins  
Mentoring can make a big difference in your professional practice as a new librarian. Whether you’re seeking a mentor, or mentoring a new librarian yourself, this episode is for you! Guest Name: Collette Jakubowicz Guest social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrsJintheLibrary/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsjinthelibrary

Creating A Dream Team For The Library and Makerspace!

Apr 16 2024 16 mins  
Steve (Tech Integrator & Coordinator) and Ashley (Teacher Librarian) have teamed up to create an integrated 21st century program: The official merge of Library and Makerspace to create an all encompassing: Learning Commons. Meeting the demands of a fixed schedule, while also accommodating a responsive one, we collaborate to provide a more authentic and cohesive program that meets t

The I-35 PLN: Collaborating Across Highways, State Lines & Borders

Apr 09 2024 25 mins  
We will talk about how to collaborate outside your campus, district, region and even state to get ideas, lesson plans, edtech tips and more to make you the best school librarian you can be.

“We’re All In This Together” - Fulbright & Global Collaboration Through the Library

Apr 02 2024 24 mins  
In this episode, Jennifer McKenzie joins Shannon McClintock Miller to discuss strategies to collaborate with learning communities on a global scale, the role of Teacher Librarians in fostering global inquiry and connections, as well as professional opportunities for Teacher Librarians sponsored by The Fulbright Program.

Collaboration and Connection

Nov 28 2023 24 mins  
There are so many facets to our role as librarian. Prioritizing collaboration leads to deeper connections with our students, school, peers and wider community.

AI in the School Library!

Nov 21 2023 30 mins  
Join us in this exciting episode of the "Future Ready Librarians" podcast as we delve into the transformative world of AI and ChatGPT in the school library. Discover how these cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing the way students access information and how librarians are fostering curiosity and critical thinking. Hear from Stephanie, aka the Lispy Librarian, about practica

Loneliness Epidemic - The Librarian’s Unique opportunity to help children find friends

Nov 14 2023 32 mins  
When children feel lonely, their brain physiology and emotions are not in the best state for learning. In this podcast, professional toy inventor, and founder of KEVA Planks, Ken Scheel, will share how librarian’s have an unique opportunity to help children find friends by creating spaces and opportunities that foster collaboration, creativity and friendships.

“But that Would Never Work Because….But What if it Does?”

Nov 07 2023 32 mins  
At the secondary level especially but sometimes in elementary school too, people see or hear great ideas but immediately their brains jump to all the reasons why it would never work. But what if, just what if, it DID work? What if the teachers did get on board? What if the kids could handle it? What if your administrators would support it? What could your program be?

Nurturing Literacy and Community Connections through a StoryWalk®

Oct 31 2023 27 mins  
A StoryWalk® is a fantastic way to engage your school community, nurture literacy, and promote quality family time in the outdoors! Join us as we discuss the power of StoryWalks® and how you can launch a StoryWalk in your community! From text selection to installation, StoryWalks® are a joyful way to build connections -both with the text and between readers!

Teaching Media Literacy in a Post-Truth, AI World Using Graphic Novels

Oct 24 2023 29 mins  
In this episode, 2023 NAMLE K-12 Media Literacy Teacher of the Year and 2022 Kentucky School Librarian of the Year, Tim Jones, chats with Shannon McClintock Miller about how graphic novels can be used in grades K-12 to help teach essential media literacy skills in our constantly evolving media landscape.