https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks Hannah Lawrence en-us 2022-05-11 13:27:35 UTC 2022-06-02 12:22:29 UTC hello@padlet.com hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2181476397 Articles I Liked:
https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/artificial-intelligence-in-k-12-the-right-mix-for-learning-or-a-bad-idea/2020/05

https://www.mindspark.org/blog-2/ai-for-elementary-education

https://www.weareteachers.com/how-to-teach-ai/

I found these articles to be very open and encouraging educators bringing AI into their instruction/lessons.  I like their approach of being realistic about AI being a major part of our lives yet not fully knowing where AI will take us in the future.  
As a future librarian, I can see AI instruction used in many ways.  We can provide teachers websites where students can practice their skills, and the AI adjust according to their level of understanding.  We can teach students about tech and AI jobs that are new and upcoming, and also teach students about jobs that no longer exist because of AI.  I like how the EducationWeek article broke down potential AI uses in the classroom, especially for the flagging of "potentially sensitive/dangerous uses of [...] technology" and "identifying social media/other online communications associated with threats against schools/student self harm".  
Of course this leads into the privacy concerns, when can AI see too much?  How do we prevent them from seeing what we don't want them to see and how can we increase security against AI, even if we previously had decreased it?  As said by David Rauf for EdWeek, "Still lingering are serious questions about privacy, data bias, and just how effective AI solutions are for education." My eyes have been recently opened to how poorly technology such as the Apple iPhone unlocking mechanism perform for people of color and how people of color are falsely accused of crimes because a face detection software "read" their face wrong. I think AI must be included in our curriculums but we need to be aware of its weaknesses and work to correct them.

]]> 2022-05-12 15:31:56 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2181476397 wesleywillis https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2188412260 2022-05-17 22:53:32 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2188412260 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2188487450 My favorite article is the one posted above.  I appreciated it because of the realistic take on how to have a successful hybrid classroom.  Since I'm not actively in the classroom, I tend to forget about needing to think about your student's online/data safety,  how far apart to seat students, and cleaning procedures.  (since I work for a university, the IT department worries about online safety for me). 
I like to envision a library space that provides opportunities for students to collaborate on ideas and questions and concepts.  I also liked this article's suggestion of providing a space for community and socialization.  Especially during the pandemic, students needed a safe space to go in order to talk and discuss and make friends.  If I had an unlimited budget, I would love to have a permanent smart board where students could choose from an already created "maker space" or create their own topic where other students can add their own thoughts (through words or drawings).  Having an undefined place to explore can be powerful for students.  While I have a lot to learn about how a true library functions outside of textbooks, I believe that there are many opportunities to have a collaborative/hybrid environment, even if COVID procedures are mostly finished.  Collaboration can take place at all times of day, even after school hours, so students should have access to these "maker" spaces at all times of day, even on weekends and on holidays.  Of course these spaces must be kept track of by staff; they must remain safe spaces so students can learn from them and not be harmed by them. I think that librarians can also serve as reference sources for teachers who are interested in hosting similar hybrid digital spaces for their own classrooms, so learning about them is very important. ]]> 2022-05-18 00:20:58 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2188487450 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2191514774 This "Code Spark Academy" site came up when I searched, it seems like a fun way to introduce coding to young kids without it feeling like a chore or homework.]]> 2022-05-19 15:08:44 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2191514774 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2191524848 I like how this site breaks down activities per age group, and even has options for non-readers.]]> 2022-05-19 15:14:00 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2191524848 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2191533873 2022-05-19 15:19:45 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2191533873 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2191547894 I personally lean towards wanting to offer coding/computer education to all grade levels. Of course each grade level's instruction and activities would look very different, but the benefits are difficult to overlook. Teachers/educators shouldn't view this subject matter as future career prep (though that is an extra bonus), but view it for the other benefits that it will bring to students. As stated so well in my previously linked article, children can become better problem solvers, better and more willing thinkers, more creative in life and in school work, and better, more well-rounded students in general. Coding provides challenges, fun challenges for the younger learners, that encourage thinking "outside of the box". Students these days seem to not have the opportunity to solve problems in their own way, they must follow specific formulas in order to reach the solution. Coding is an open-ended opportunity.]]> 2022-05-19 15:28:37 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2191547894 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2191549973 https://www.teachstarter.com/us/blog/teaching-coding-in-primary-schools-unplugged-us/

https://guides.rilinkschools.org/guiteras/hourofcode

https://programminglibrarian.org/blog/my-favorite-things-school-library-programming-resources]]> 2022-05-19 15:30:02 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2191549973 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2198548169 2022-05-25 01:32:47 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2198548169 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2198551111 2022-05-25 01:34:54 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2198551111 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2198553680 2022-05-25 01:36:55 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2198553680 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2198554970 2022-05-25 01:37:55 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2198554970 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201280511 Since I am not currently in a classroom, I am really out-of-the-loop in terms of education apps. So, after some online research, here are ones that I think have a lot of potential.]]> 2022-05-26 19:26:25 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201280511 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201296396 Libby, by OverDrive, & OverDrive
- Connect to library eBooks through the registration of a library card (multiple with Libby).
- Free!
- I like these apps because the world of libraries is open to everyone, through iPad and iPhone.  I feel that this is a perfect resource for students who live in areas far away from libraries, especially during time off from school.

https://www.hoopladigital.com/
Hoopla
- "Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card."
- Free!
- This seems very similar to Libby/OverDrive, but I appreciate that students/users have access to more than just eBooks. *A library card can serve as a key to the world!*

https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/flipster-digital-magazines/id797106282
Flipster
- View copies of digital magazines, that are offered by libraries.
- Free!
- Sign in with library card.

Even more available apps...
https://ebookfriendly.com/iphone-ipad-apps-borrow-read-library-books-audiobooks/ ]]> 2022-05-26 19:48:22 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201296396 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201310550 I used this app while I was a teacher, and it has really been updated over the past 5 years (as it should!). I enjoyed finding videos to help get my kids moving, especially on rainy days when we couldn't have recess. We enjoyed choosing characters and "growing" them through levels of participation and activity. I don't remember these from before, but I like seeing "how to" videos, even something as simple as "how to make a paper airplane" can lead to many fun activities and discussions.]]> 2022-05-26 20:06:08 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201310550 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201316470 I just heard about this for the first time but for families with Alexa, this seems like a fun way to explore more books, music, and math. Free options!]]> 2022-05-26 20:13:58 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201316470 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201319150 I love BrainPOP videos! They can be fun and education for students, as well as providing teacher resources. I see that they even offer free accounts for schools closed due to COVID.]]> 2022-05-26 20:17:38 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201319150 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201321525 I saw this app listed in a recommended list, and to be honest, I hadn't considered it for kids. But why not? I have used Duo for a very short time in the past to practice my Spanish, and I enjoyed it and I appreciated the variety of skills learned (spoken and written) and the break down of the lessons. I think allowing students to engage in language practice can offer so many benefits, especially if they keep up the practice and become proficient in a second language. ]]> 2022-05-26 20:21:00 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201321525 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201548922 I loved this website when I saw it on Laura's padlet.  I think that this is such a creative idea: teaching lessons and topics through rap.  I've heard that music helps people remember topics and ideas; it can be helpful when studying.  I would always write my papers while listening to music in undergrad. Today's students need something unique like this to jumpstart their interest and grab their attention.  I appreciate the wide variety of topics covered, from life skills to vocabulary to math.  I think it's great that the videos can be slowed down, if students are struggling to understand the words. I also like that the education doesn't stop at the video; students can play games and read vocabulary cards to help their learning become deeper and more meaningful. As a librarian, or classroom teacher, I feel that a flocabulary video/lesson would be a fun and exciting way to start a new topic or lesson. Students would (hopefully) look forward to this and become more involved and active in their own educations.]]> 2022-05-27 01:22:05 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2201548922 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208114640 2022-06-01 23:35:20 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208114640 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208116188 2022-06-01 23:37:40 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208116188 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208117188 2022-06-01 23:39:10 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208117188 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208117930 2022-06-01 23:40:18 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208117930 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208119220 2022-06-01 23:42:02 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208119220 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208121786 2022-06-01 23:44:39 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208121786 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208124575 I haven't considered buy-in from a leadership position. When I was a teacher, I just felt overwhelmed most of the time, but I do remember being encouraged by our grade level head and our instructional coach to "adopt" new strategies or technologies. Even in my role in higher education now, we experience this buy-in push by being required to attend trainings on new softwares/systems that we never end up using full time. I appreciate having experience on the other side of the buy-in process, I believe that will help when I am asked to encourage teachers in my school to adopt something new. I also appreciate the wide variety of "tips and tricks" that have been helpful to others in the same situation. Not every idea would work for every school, but many recommended helpful, solid strategies.]]> 2022-06-01 23:48:27 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208124575 hannahwlawrence https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208136815 My first thought is that I need to deepen my understanding of and grasp on Artificial Intelligence.  I'm familiar with the general concepts, ie: I, Robot.  But I don't truly understand how it's being infiltrated into the classroom and future implications.  How do we teach students about AI without scaring them but without pretending it's harmless?  
I also want to learn more about VR/AR technologies being used in the classroom/library settings.  I view this in a less-threatening way and in a more curious way.  I feel that the learning possibilities are endless and varied.  Students can "travel" to other parts of the world or even inside of things that humans cannot physically travel, such as into an ant bed or human blood stream.  The higher quality levels and more realistic attributes that these technologies attain make them very important.  Of course, we cannot lose ourselves in VR/AR and forget to explore the world on our own.  I think they can be important substitutes for pieces of our world that are either too expensive to access, physically impossible to access, or of things that no longer exist (extinct species or buildings that are now in ruin).
I enjoyed the exploration of different applications. There are so many wonderful apps that can help students in many ways, especially now in our semi-virtual world post-Covid. It's my goal to keep up-to-date of these technology apps on iPads/computers so I can understand what my students are talking about but so I can also recommend to teachers and students things they may not know about yet.]]> 2022-06-02 00:04:18 UTC https://padlet.com/hannahwlawrence/Bookmarks/wish/2208136815