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Daniella Smith, PhD. is a former school and public librarian. She is currently the Hazel Harvey Peace Professor in Children's Library Services at the University of North Texas.

• The 2020 & 2021 AASL Research Grants Session

  By Daniella Smith on 10/22/2021 • ( 0 )

  

  Did you know that each year, AASL has a research award competition that ABC-CLIO sponsors? The winners typically speak face-to-face at the ALA Annual Conference or the bi-annual AASL national conference. Naturally, COVID-19 disrupted conference plans and some of the… Read More ›

• Teaching Within Context

  By Daniella Smith on 09/27/2021 • ( 0 )

  

  I applaud the Seuss Foundation for taking a stance on several books that are culturally insensitive. It was brave for the foundation’s leaders to acknowledge that some books penned by our beloved Dr. Seuss perpetuate stereotypes. They are books that… Read More ›

• The Future Is Now

  By Daniella Smith on 08/23/2021 • ( 0 )

  

  It is the beginning of a new academic year. Today, our faculty offered a student orientation activity. I met a group of first-year college students. Despite the trend of many nontraditional students entering college, these students all looked to be… Read More ›

• Three Strikes and the Truth

  By Daniella Smith on 07/29/2021 • ( 0 )

  

  Last month, I wrote about how a story is shared makes a difference. I encouraged you to help your students share their stories through their viewpoints. This month, I am writing to share some factors that can impact stories and… Read More ›

• The Story Makes a Difference

  By Daniella Smith on 07/01/2021 • ( 0 )

  

  I am fascinated with history. My fascination shows in my undergraduate coursework in history. When I decided to teach, I started with high school social studies. I always thought my love of history came from my father. Then I realized… Read More ›

• Tips for Updating Your Skills with Technology Certifications

  By Daniella Smith on 05/28/2021 • ( 0 )

  

  In December 2019, I began completing a technology certification program for teachers. I was looking for a way to improve my technology skills to enhance my classes. While I will not expressly state the training that I used, I will… Read More ›

• Tips for Applying to Doctoral Programs

  By Daniella Smith on 01/27/2021 • ( 3 )

  

  In 2006, I chose to pursue a doctorate. My father was the spark that lit the match. One afternoon we were sitting in my parents’ living room, and he casually asked me why I stopped going to school. I replied… Read More ›

• Submitting a 2021 AASL National Conference Research into Practice Proposal

  By Daniella Smith on 12/30/2020 • ( 0 )

  

  The next AASL National Conference will be held October 21-23, 2021, in Salt Lake City, Utah. I am excited because I get to be part of the AASL National Conference Committee. I will be working with some innovative people to… Read More ›

• Advice and Ideas for Essential Services during Rapidly Changing Times

  By Daniella Smith on 12/03/2020 • ( 0 )

  

  I find that I grow in my professional practices by asking other people about the strategies that work for them. In this post, I am following up on last month’s discussion about educational changes and adaptations since the COIVD-19 pandemic… Read More ›

• Teaching in the Shadow of COVID: Changes and Adaptations

  By Daniella Smith on 10/28/2020 • ( 0 )

  

  I am finally resigned to the idea that the COVID pandemic will not go away any time soon. It is like an unwanted guest that decided to move in. Initially, I felt we would be back to normal within a… Read More ›