More and more educators are considering incorporating the concept of a flipped classroom in there schools. The learning ideology “flips” traditional teaching methods by delivering instructional content online and outside of class time. Then, class time is used to further analyze and explore the learned concepts individually or in groups. If you would like to learn more about this topic, CMLE has developed a libguide click here to read more=>
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On April 12th, the Minnesota Educational Media Organization (MEMO) in collaboration with Total Information for Education Systems (TIES) and The Flipped Learning Network, are hosting an all day event titled, “The Flipped Classroom and You.” Registration is $65, and can be discounted for groups of 6 or more.
Integrating technology into a professional environment can be overwhelming. It takes time, commitment and a comprehensive plan of action to successfully learn, identify and incorporate the tools that meet your goals and objectives. Not to mention, it must be perceived as a viable and accessible alternative to your target audience.
In collaboration with OCLC (Online Computer Library Center), The Library Journal has released a list of the top “Movers & Shakers” within the library field for 2013. Divided into six areas of expertise; these individuals know how to be agents of change, advocates, innovators, community builders, marketers, and leaders in technology! Since 2002, the work of nine professionals have been recognized from the State of Minnesota. Click here to see a map of the past titleholders!
Digital Learn.org is a new beta website-launched this month!
If you have learners that struggle with the computer basics this site is for you. It provides free tools, techniques and tips to help build confidence with technology (email, internet searching, etc.) It is sponsored by the Public Libraries Association (PLA) and the Institute of Museum and Library Services, however the tutorials can be viewed by any patron looking for help.
The main page is divided into two sections, one for the patrons (learn) and the other for support staff (help learners). The link for support staff will take you to a form to request additional information about future services and tools; so for a quick application of this ed-tech tool the “learn” tab will be extremely useful.
Please keep in mind that because this is a new beta site, the contents will continue to grow over time!
Quick Response Codes (QR Codes) consists of black modules (square dots) arranged in a square pattern on a white background. The information encoded can be made up of virtually any kind of data. If you have a mobile device that uses smart technology (IPhone, Android, IPad, etc.) you can download an app that will read these two-dimensional (matrix) codes.
Originally QR codes were designed for the automotive industry to store large amounts of production information. More recently, the system has become popular across any industry type due to accessibility, readability and large storage capacity (compared to standard UPC barcodes). Today its has any number of applications for anyone looking to market to a tech savvy customer without the need for large layout space. If you are interested in creating your own QR code all it takes is a free QR code writer and you can begin placing them on any printable surface.
Check back next week, CMLE will feature a member library who is using this little box in a big way.
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