In this episode, I speak to K.C. Boyd all about the ways school librarians are integrating technology to support students across grade levels and subject areas. You’ll hear tips from K.C. on teaching media literacy, digital tools to differentiate reading experiences for kids, EdTech in the library and more!
EdTech in the Library
Listen to this episode where K.C. Boyd discusses ways educators are using technology to integrate across grade levels and subject areas and tips on teaching media literacy. We’ll chat about digital tools that support reading experiences with kids as well amazing advice from K.C.
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Library EdTech Tips
- First, think about ways to promote media literacy.
- Next, try a new digital tool to engage readers.
- Then, differentiate reading experiences with eBooks and audiobooks.
- Finally, collaborate with the school librarian on digital citizenship skill-building.
Sponsored by HUE HD
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Episode Resources
- Join K.C. Boyd on Clubhouse
- Follow K.C. Boyd on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook
- The Clubhouse: Boss Librarian and Friends
- Sign the petition to support school libraries here
- Sora (eBook resource)
- Learning Ally (Audiobook resource)
- DC Public Library (Digital book resource)
- Clubhouse (Drop-in audio chat tool)
- Buncee (Remote learning tool)
- Canva (Graphic design platform)
- Nearpod (Student engagement tool)
- 8 Ways to Check for Understanding with Nearpod (Blog Post)
- Media Literacy For The Classroom: Online Course for Educators (Blog Post)
- Using Buncee to Teach Media Literacy (Blog Post)
- How to Lead Conversations About Media Use with Students (Blog Post)
- Free Nonfiction Articles for Kids and Reading at Home Tips (Blog Post)
- How to Support Healthy Media Use in Your Classroom with Lila Shroff (Podcast Episode)
- What Does Digital Citizenship Really Mean With Dr. Kristen Mattson (Podcast Episode)
- Read Aloud eBooks with Adaptive Assessment (Blog Post)
- Free eBooks for Kids with Assessments and Vocabulary Support (Blog Post)
