Whenever I teach a research lesson to a class of high school students, I notice the lack of enthusiasm for the project they’re about to start. I find myself working hard to convince them that research is a rewarding endeavor… Read More ›
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Students Taking the Lead to Problem Solve, Drive Instruction, & Promote the School Library
What happens when students indicate research experiences are frustrating because of the different ways educators guide where to locate credible and authoritative resources? School librarians strive to collaborate with all educators in every subject area. Yet, despite this lofty goal… Read More ›
Thinking Outside the (Search) Box – Part 1
Teaching middle school information skills has been fun and challenging. I learned early on that I could demonstrate the most beautifully designed, easy to use database, and the students will still go to Google. It’s what they know. It’s what… Read More ›