I couldn't be happier with all I have learned in this, LIBE 477, course. It has set me on a path of new learning and knowledge.
I feel even stronger, after learning so much in this course, about the fact that teachers who are hired as Teacher Librarians should be qualified. The information presented in this course, the collaboration with other TLs and the hands-on practical skills gained through the projects will be nothing but helpful for students and colleagues.
I see such a bright future for the Library Learning Commons spaces. There is so much that can be accomplished beyond simply signing out books. The collaboration and support that can be offered to students and teachers through inquiry based learning projects, ADST, coding is endless. It is important to move forward and to take on the role as TL very seriously as one who supports and brings forward the pieces that will move students into the 21st century as digitally connected, successful, critically thinking global citizens. We often think that students are very tech savvy since they often have a device in their hand; however, they do need to be shown how to most effectively use these powerful tools to make the changes we want to see in the world. It is our job to provide the resources and teaching required.
I will take as many professional development opportunists as I am able; however, I will also dedicate the time to absorbing what I learn. I need to slow down and absorb so that I can share the information with others.
I will take as many professional development opportunists as I am able; however, I will also dedicate the time to absorbing what I learn. I need to slow down and absorb so that I can share the information with others.
Huge thanks to Aaron Meuller and all the students in this course for opening my eyes to a world of very amazing opportunities. Have a great summer and I wish you each all the very best on your continued journeys.
A good reflection on your new skills, awareness and ways to grow as a T-L. You fully embraced our inquiry based learning style during this class and presented some well thought out blog posts. It was a pleasure to see you at all the hangouts, and I do hope you land back in your T-L role in the fall. I also hope to see you at some future prod events and wish you a very restful and reflective summer break!
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