Learn how photographs and prints from the Library's collections can increase student engagement in the classroom.
Topics covered include:
-The power of images
-How to analyze photographs and prints
-How to find images from the Library of Congress
-Approximate time to complete: 1 hour
In some cases, completing this module counts as one hour of staff development
Find out how and why the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) apply to your work as a Wisconsin school or public librarian.
Hosts: Barb Novak, DPI Reading Specialist; Nancy Anderson, DPI School Library Consultant;
Tessa Michaelson Schmidt, Public Library Consultant
Find out how and why the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) apply to your work as a Wisconsin school or public librarian. (Pre-webinar homework: Review your basic understanding of CCSS with this resource.)
Hosts: Barb Novak, DPI Reading Specialist; Nancy Anderson, DPI School Library Consultant; Tessa Michaelson Schmidt, DPI Public Library Consultant
Extending from Common Core in School and Public Libraries Part 1, Barb Novak will offer further insights on the Speaking, Listening, and Language components of Common Core. In addition, Novak will explore Standard Level 5: Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to express information and enhance understanding of presentations and how it relates to library programs and...
In this final webinar in the Common Core in School and Public Libraries series, Barb Novak will review the definition and application of text complexity. Novak will present a three-part model for text complexity and offer analysis of literature and informational text samples.
Hosts: Barb Novak, DPI Reading Specialist; Nancy Anderson, DPI School Library Consultant; Tessa Michaelson Schmidt,...
The Standards place an increased emphasis on informational texts, beginning in the earliest grades. But we believe there is room in the Standards--and in every dynamic classroom--for teaching with all types of texts, including outstanding non-fiction, picture book stories and novels, and poetry.
We also believe that while many of the texts teachers have already been using can be adapted to the...
During this webinar, participants will learn what the CCSS are and simple and effective ways to incorporate them into existing library programs and services. Find out how to collaborate with local schools to assist students as they begin to navigate the “staircase of complexity” and “integrated models of literacy.”
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Learn about the Common Core standards that address reading, writing, and speaking. This webinar will cover:
-How to help parents and educators understand the standards
-How to direct patrons to resources at your library
-How to strengthen your library's collections and programming to support Common Core
During this webinar, participants will learn ways to improve and promote their nonfiction collections, especially in the areas of science and history. The program will review Common Core text complexity guidelines and introduce resources related to the standards.
Registration is required to view this archive.
Teachers and students demonstrate how primary sources can be used to support inquiry learning.
Topics covered include:
Inquiry Overview
Primary Sources and Inquiry
Inquiry in Action
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