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GREAT BECAUSE: It is relevant to our digital classroom as they aim to 'advance literary art in the digital age'.
It also intends to link writers and readers all over the world. A good connective tool for PBL. ]]> 2017-06-01 02:33:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mrsjlewis/zorces/wish/174733194 mrsjlewis https://padlet.com/mrsjlewis/zorces/wish/174734377 Providing a practical service, this site gives students five ways to ask a librarian a question, with particular reference to resources available through the State Library. The instant messaging trial could have strong appeal for students. Ask online takes users to the helpful choices of For students and How it works.
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