This TeenTober, Give Teens the Resources They Need
The teenage years can be a tough time, but we can make it easier for them by making sure they have access to the resources and services they need to make the right decisions and to get a good head start into adulthood. This TeenTober, we invite you to explore the resources Infobase offers that […]
Using Multimedia in the Classroom to Promote Transfer of Knowledge and Application of Learning
Technology’s relationship with education has always been tense, to say the least. With every new technology that makes its way into the classroom, there are educators who vehemently protest it. However, the use of multimedia in the classroom has become a staple of modern learning and for good reason. The 21st-century classroom is a collaborative […]
5 Student-Centered Strategies to Spark Joy in K–12 Classrooms
What made you laugh today? What made Miss Ice laugh today? As a teacher, on back-to-school night, I always shared with parents that asking about our classroom giggles was a surefire way to elicit a more memorable response than “How was your day?” Another added benefit is that it encouraged my students and myself to […]
7 ELL Best Practices with Learn360
Are there multiple languages spoken across your school community? Creating a welcoming environment for all of your students who are English Language Learners (ELL) is paramount to a successful school year. Learn360 has all of the multimedia assets to support your unique and diverse classroom. Enhance your classroom instruction through these best practices. 1. Look […]
Motivate Continuous Learning with Digital Badges
The changing nature of work as well as technological and medical advances are intensifying the need for individuals to be able to learn continuously throughout their careers. For individuals to be successful, it is important they’re aware of these factors and are motivated to seek continuous learning. As part of a research initiative by SHRM […]
How to Make Instruction More Interesting with Multimedia
Whether you’re a teacher or a student, you know from experience that lessons with more dynamic, visual elements are more likely to stick in your mind. Research shows that we learn better when our materials include a mixture of both graphics and text, and that’s where multimedia instruction comes in. What Is Multimedia Instruction? Multimedia […]
Supplemental Resources for Every Course Modality
Like many instructors, I always have the best of intentions for my summers. (And like many instructors, I tend to not actually accomplish much over the summer, but that’s a topic for another post.) A couple summers ago, my colleague and I decided to use our time between the spring and fall semesters to revise […]
Inquiry and School Librarians: Why Use a Framework?
It might seem trivial to talk about professional development when the world is in crisis, but it feels important to focus on something good at the end of this year. Strangely, coronavirus provided unexpected learning opportunities that were not available 12 months ago. It opened the door for school librarians to access professional development online, […]
Marketing Your Library through Community Partnerships
Do you see yourself as a natural marketer or politician? For many librarians, the answer is a resounding “no.” That’s understandable. Most MLIS programs don’t teach graphic design or copywriting. And library marketing or politicking can sound a lot like “sales”—an idea that may feel off-putting to librarians dedicated to free and open access. But […]
Leveraging Supplemental Resources for K–12 Schools & Districts
Supplemental resources are such an invaluable tool for teachers. I’m talking about instructional materials that go beyond the regular required class materials, and for the most part, I’m talking about items that are not required. They are optional additional materials for students to extend their learning. Supplemental resources can include apps, websites, videos, software, or […]
Opium War: A Historical Controversy from Issues & Controversies in History
A Historical Spotlight from Issues & Controversies in History: OPIUM WAR: Was Great Britain Justified in Going to War with China? Should Great Britain have gone to war with China? Be sure to check out Issues & Controversies in History’s complete and unbiased coverage of this issue. Learn more about the issue and check out […]
Developing an Inclusive Library Space: A Holistic Approach
The library is an institution whose purpose is to serve the needs of its community. To ensure the library is effectively representing and including all members of the community (both the local and global community all humans are a part of), we must be continuously evaluating the library’s practices, programs, policies, collections, and more. We […]
