Part 4

Bookr is a quick way to make a photostory on line. What I liked about it was that everything was right there and convenient for you. The fact that they already had pictures and they had the creative commons was a time saver. I hadn't realized that you could add page. This would be great for younger and older students.

Part 2

Wordle has become one of my favorites. I love the fact that students can brainstorm and edit all in one spot. It is an alternative to the boring pencil and paper. Students are eager to write words and edit while they go. Once they are familiar with this tool, I see endless possibilities.

Part 3

Animoto is a sure way to hook students and teachers. The fact that you can make a video and use either pictures/pictures and video clips is very enticing for all. I like the fact that they have updated animoto since they first began, that shows that they are staying up with the technology advances. Whether you use it to introduce a lesson, enhance the existing material or as a closing to a unit, it makes learning fun. My daughter is 6 and she and I made a quick video for my husband for Father's Day.

Create your own video slideshow at animoto.com.

Thing 2 Part 1

Thing # 2 Part 1 Glogster is a new one for me. I enjoyed playing with this tool. I can see where students would be able to create a project and actually enjoy doing it without knowing that they are learning. I liked that you can add graphics and sound while also embedding the video. Teachers/students like choices when it comes to projects. So now we have a new one in our repertoire.

Thing # 1
Ok after a lot of procrastination I am getting started. I watched the video and it was simplistic but powerful. I think 21st century students have the opportunity to network with others across the world. It is not just limited to the walls of their schools anymore. By being able to see and participate in lectures from professors and others, students have the chance to expand their networks and use technology in exciting new ways. I see the teacher and librarian as coaches. We will need to model and guide the students in the right direction. The librarian can also assist the student in organizing the information in a way that the student will be successful. The students are the ones who have embraced all the new technology. Now as their mentors, we need to guide them into using it for academic purposes.

11 1/2 things

Finally getting started. Looking forward to learning new things this summer.

Just getting back in the saddle

I am almost finished with my YA literature and cataloging classes. Just finals left to go. School has only 30 days left so all is well.