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The Busy Educator’s Guide to the World Wide Web. Rev. and updated 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Glavac, Marjan. Nima Systems (NIMA), 2000. 181 p. ISBN 0-9683310-1-7 ($9.97 pbk.).

(CAN) This teacher resource contains valuable timesaving information for teachers who use, or want to begin to use, the Internet in their classrooms. Chapters include tips for using the Internet quickly and efficiently, sites appropriate for students at all grade levels; guidelines for becoming involved in telecommunications projects and information about how to choose search engines. An appendix includes a directory of web addresses listed in the book and is designed to help educators sort through sites and information quickly. A disclaimer by the author reminds teachers that although the Internet is a wonderful resource, information constantly changes, and teachers should preview sites before using them in the classroom. Updates of websites are available at www.glavac.com or from an e-mail newsletter.
Suggested Use: Grade 1; Grade 2; Grade 3; Grade 4; Grade 5; Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Teacher Reference


Foundations for Effective School Library Media Programs. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Haycock, Ken, ed. Libraries Unlimited (OLA), 1999. 331 p. ISBN 1-56308-368-X ($72.00 pbk.).

(CAN) Ken Haycock, a Canadian expert on school library media programs, has collected a number of papers addressing the following critical elements of library program development and implementation: the foundations, the school context, role clarification, information literacy, collaborative program planning and teaching, program development and accountability. Contributors are both Canadian and American. Reflecting sound professional practice, this is a valuable resource for all school media centres and teacher-librarians.
Suggested Use: Teacher Reference


How Teachers Learn Technology Best (Print-Non-Fiction). McKenzie, Jamie. FNO Press (FNO), 1999. 171 p. ISBN 0-9674078-1-8 ($20.00 U.S. pbk.).

This book provides an overview of how education has embraced technology over the past two decades and offers suggestions as to why its integration into classrooms has seen a limited degree of success. The writer outlines the need for clear program goals and demonstrates how adult learning concepts can be applied to professional development opportunities so as to reach a broad spectrum of teachers. A table of contents and an index are included.
Suggested Use: Teacher Reference


Integrating Educational Technology Into Teaching. Canadian ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Roblyer, M. D. and Schwier, Richard A. Prentice Hall Inc. (PRN), 2003. 372 p. ISBN 0-13-033495-2 ($68.76 pbk.).

(CAN) This Canadian edition is a resource book for using technology in teaching. The writers discuss theoretical and practical issues and provide examples, tips and exercises to demonstrate how technology can be used as a tool for learning. Revised and updated, the Canadian edition features several chapters on Canadian curriculum initiatives, standards and materials, a technology integration model for teachers, strategies and problems in making students more media literate, integration strategies for authoring and video editing software, and distance learning through web-based work. A CD-ROM contains a searchable database of technology integration strategies and lesson ideas for a variety of content areas. The book includes a table of contents, a bibliographic reference and an index.
Suggested Use: Teacher Reference


Managing and Analyzing Your Collection: A Practical Guide for Small Libraries and School Media Centers (Print-Non-Fiction). Doll, Carol A. and Barron, Pamela Petrick. American Library Association (CLA), 2002. 93 p. ISBN 0-8389-0821-7 ($44.02 pbk.).

This book details a collection analysis technique that evaluates libraries in terms of age, demand areas, correlation to curriculum, gaps and redundancies. Sampling techniques include both qualitative and quantitative methods. Educators are guided to select the style of analysis best suited to their purposes. The authors address the three main areas of management objectives, gathering and analyzing collection data and weeding/collection re-evaluation.
Suggested Use: Teacher Reference


Planning Good Change With Technology and Literacy (Print-Non-Fiction). McKenzie, Jamie. FNO Press (FNO), 2001. 161 p. ISBN 0-9674078-3-4 ($20.00 U.S. pbk.).

This book describes strategies to put information literacy and student learning at the centre of technology planning. The author discusses how to clarify purpose, involve stakeholders and pace the change process to maximize the use of new technologies. A table of contents and an index are included.
Suggested Use: Teacher Reference


Study Skills: Simple Strategies to Improve Study Techniques (Video). Classroom Video (MGR), 2001. 24 min. Dup. order no. V3090. Teacher’s Guide - Order no. G3090 ($0.17 loose-leaf).

This program outlines a process to help students develop, enhance and improve their current skills for studying, and it does so in an entertaining but informative manner. The suggested strategies are practical and would be useful for students in any subject area. The program focuses on Jim who is striving for academic and personal success in his final year of high school, and Gail, who approaches her own studying challenges with confidence and creativity. Viewers will gain an understanding of how the brain works and how that can lead to better study techniques. The video explores left brain/right brain theory and many aspects of good learning skills such as motivation, study schedules, goal setting, reducing tension, taking notes and avoiding time wasters. This program suggests useful websites.

A teacher’s guide is available from Media Group.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Grade 9; Grade 10; Grade 11; Grade 12


The Technology Connection: Building a Successful Library Media Program (Print-Non-Fiction). Schrock, Kathleen, ed. (Professional Growth Series). Linworth Publishing, Inc. (OLA), 2000. 244 p. ISBN 1-58683-008-2 ($63.90 pbk.).

This American resource is a compilation of articles detailing the integration of technology and library media programs. The six major areas discussed are the library media specialist's role, setting up a technology-rich library media program, providing professional development for staff in the areas of technology and information literacy, teaching students research skills and the critical evaluation of Internet resources and dealing with library media centres and public relations. Articles promote the role of the library media specialist/teacher-librarian in the areas of curriculum planning and assessment of projects that incorporate sound pedagogical roles.
Suggested Use: Teacher Reference


Tips: Ideas for Secondary School Librarians & Technology Specialists. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). McElmeel, Sharron L., ed. (Professional Growth Series). Linworth Publishing, Inc. (OLA), 2000. 185 p. ISBN 0-938865-93-5 ($59.10 pbk.).

This book offers an interesting collection of library management and service related tips ranging from the very obvious to creative public relations activities. Originally published in The Book Report, the tips provide light, interesting reading to those new to library management, as well as offering new variations to established media centre practices. The contents are suitable for Elementary, Middle and Secondary Level school libraries.
Suggested Use: Teacher Reference


2simple Infant Video Toolbox (CD-ROM). 2simple Educational Software (TSM), 2001. No order numbers are required.

This software package is an ideal way to introduce younger students to basic computer skills. Options such as paint, publish, graphing, webbing and counting programs are included. Video tutorials are included in the CD to explain how to use each program.


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