Redesigning thinking in school libraries
As school libraries forge a new future, it’s clearly apparent that no two libraries are the same. Whilst we can exchange ideas and hold discussions on ‘what works’ for us, defining the role of a school library is an exercise…
Deep thinking with Infopics
Using an image to convey a message can cement a lasting memory. Combine this image with words and you have the makings of a memorable learning experience. Tony Vincent of Learning in Hand has shared the idea of creating Infopics,…
Creating a Virtual Learning Commons
At the recent SLAV Conference Building a Participatory Learning Community, school library leaders Dr David Loertscher (USA) and Carol Koechlin (Canada) presented the concept of a Virtual Learning Commons. School libraries have become familiar with the model of ‘learning…
Mindmap integration in Google Docs
Many schools, including my own, use Google Apps for Education (GAFE). As such, I was interested to discover the new partnership between one of my favourite mindmapping tools Mindmeister and GAFE. With the new MindMeister add-on, (accessible via the add-on tab…
