Examine how to build and safeguard LGBTQ+-inclusive collections, instruction, and spaces using AASL’s resource guide, Defending Intellectual Freedom: LGBTQ+ Materials in School Libraries.
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Library staff know the impact of their collections and displays—and strive to empower young readers by providing vetted materials that respect their differences and similarities. Join this hands-on session to learn how to analyze collections of children's and young adult titles for a myriad of diverse measures, including cultural representation, reading level, recency, and beyond. Attendees will leave with an actionable plan to help all of the readers in their community feel seen and included.
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Wendy Garland and Laura D'Elia created their own equity and inclusion (DEI) library lessons, K-5, which incorporate the Learning for Justice Standards, AASL Standards, and recommended picture books from the Diverse BookFinder. First, the presenters will share their experience of teaching the lessons with students. Then, the presenters will guide participants in building DEI lessons including how to use the Diverse BookFinder to identify specific books to align with each lesson.
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Learn how to grow dementia-inclusive service in public libraries of all sizes, financial capacities, and community contexts.
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In this on-demand webinar, learn best practices for providing disability services. Be guided through the process to create or expand these services in your library, for all ages and for any budget. Also learn about assistive technology options, and how to advocate with your administration and staff for inclusion of these services.
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Learn ways to incorporate digcit & tech ethics lessons alongside some of the classic (and new!) dystopian books, short stories, & poems that are often studied in the classroom.
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Discover an innovative, interactive way to engage students in reviewing content or presenting new information.
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Join this presentation for a look at digital citizenship resources and how you can use them to advocate for digital citizenship within your learning community!
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Learn how to best serve patrons with disabilities by understanding their community, culture, and needs.
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Learn about strategies to empower institutions and communities historically marginalized, underserved, and underrepresented.
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Presenters provide an overview of the consequences of implicit bias and the impact of microaggressions and outline strategies for addressing specific actions that may create uncomfortable spaces for black, indigenous, and people of color.
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Three librarians demonstrate how various robots- Edison, Bee-bot, Dash and Sphero, can be used to enhance math, science and ELA in grades K-6.
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Ever wonder what happens in other school libraries, what their circulation policies look like? So did we. That's why we surveyed 426 school librarians and 205 former students. Join us to learn about the survey results, compare notes with other school librarians, and engage in some honest discussion about equitable practices.
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From identifying bed bugs to treatment and mitigation options to help you protect your library's facilities and collections.
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Panelists share their experiences with censorship and navigating a graphic novel challenge.
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Join this discussion to learn about competencies, research, and experiences pertaining to preparing students for college and the best practices for assisting students.
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This session provide dual language librarians with resources for collection development and generate ideas for integrating language, literacy, and library instruction.
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Hear two secondary librarians duel as they present and defend two types of makerspaces common to the educational environment.
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As school librarians, we desire to make a difference and build a better future. In this session, you will learn how to make a global impact by incorporating the UN Sustainable Development Goals into your practice. Discover strategies for achieving a better world and promoting environmentally friendly practices. Then, we will demonstrate how to integrate the SDG into your library programming. Together we will explore how to become agents of change and make a global impact one library at a time.
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Looking for ways to embed into all subject areas as well as integrate your school library program into the community at large?
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Shift to a public service focus to demonstrate value and change how the public perceives and talks about your library.
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A 90 minute webinar on empathic design and learning to apply empathy, compassion and purpose in every aspect of your library
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In this free, 60-minute webinar, we will hear from St. Marys Area Middle School (PA), winner of ALA's 2022 Sara Jaffarian School Library Program Award for Exemplary Humanities Programming.
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This session focuses on the collaborative efforts to bring authentic conversations about current issues directly relating to underrepresented student populations into the classroom.
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This session will provide proven tips and tools on how to make your library a welcoming place and an information hub for Newcomer students.
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Learn how cohort mentoring addresses skills that are hard to gain on the job and is an investment in staff growth.
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We hear a lot about empowerment, but what does that mean? Why is creating a learning community where people are encouraged, included and empowered important? What are the positive ripple effects that come from this type of stakeholder buy-in? Current practitioners share experiences and ideas, and then facilitate speed-dating protocols allowing session participants to dive deeper to envision and plan empowering learning opportunities of their own. Be ready to be engaged and to leave EMPOWERED!
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Looking for an enjoyable, inexpensive way to engage your school community? Join us as we discuss how to plan and host a fun evening tied to some great books. We will share how to make a hedgehog from a book, how to make a snowman and a giant snowflake, how to build forts with different materials, host a poetry slam, and so much more!
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Experience a condensed version of a digcit family event that puts participants at the center of the action and the school as the guide on the side.
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