Deborah's reflections

My journey to becoming a K-6 TL.

Web 2.0 tools for Bloom’s new taxonomy

https://www.schrockguide.net/bloomin-apps.html

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ALIA Schools policies and procedures manual.

 

ALIA document.

Guidelines and templates to assist in policy writing.

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List of book review blogs by teacher librarians.

https://www.teachercertificationdegrees.com/top-blogs/school-library/

 

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Resources for School Librarians.

https://www.sldirectory.com/libsf/resf/selection.html#top

Curation list by a TL in USA.

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Collection development ideas put together by booksellers.

https://www.kidsreadingguide.com.au/

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Marika Simon’s blog

http://marikasimon.edublogs.org/

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Blog of substance

https://mrlibrarydude.wordpress.com/

An extensive blog with descriptions from interview questions, leadership to advocacy and even beginning a food swap in the library.

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K-6 Conference: Connection Through Stories 13/9/19 (Surry Hills. CPL)

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What a great day!

We began by unpacking the layers in a book by Jenny Williams which was very useful particularly for older children. Focusing on details in illustrations and text and how authors emphasis concepts and themes in their work. Next was Dr Stephanie Owen Reeder who explained her process in deciding what her next book would be about. Her stories generally connect with history and she completes extensive research to accurately retell stories from Australian history for children about children. She has written the Heritage Heroes Series which complements history units of work and connects our students to real stories and people of the past. Illustrations and text are beautiful, a must for our school libraries.

Session 3 was Dr Reeder again and Mary-Ellen Betts introducing to us the new National Centre for Australian Children’s Literature which will be built in Canberra adjoining the National Library. It will contain every edition and translation of every Australian Children’s book published. Their vision is that the building will be in the form of an open book! Next we were introduced to the Cultural Diversity Database (CDD) developed by the National Centre for Australian Children’s Literature Inc (NCACL) They have researched, identified and described over 340 culturally diverse books created by Australians. (1926-2018)  Australian Indigenous books are not included however they wish to have another database to collect these stories.

www.ncacl.org.au

Kate Colley from Bloomin’ Books at Caringbah entertained us with what’s brand new and what she loves/what’s popular/good quality, to the shelves and gave us her top 5’s. Finally, three very experienced librarians walked us through their libraries and how they function in their schools. Sharing  photographs, pearls of wisdom and their programs…

All in all a thoroughly informative and enjoyable day and I hope to return next year. Certainly worth the $250 for the day and a delicious morning tea and lunch.

 

 

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How to add a table of contents in word.

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Module 7: TL as leader mindmap

I have created a very basic mindmap for TL as leader. I focused on the TL and the qualities as described in Chow and Rich (2013). It is simple and doesn’t do justice to the position in relation to other stakeholders in the school management structure. This map merely describes the behaviours and traits of a TL who is successful and proactive in their position within the school.   

Where will I be in 5 years?

In 2024 I’d like to be in a permanent job instead of temporary in the library where I work now. Following is a list of how I’d like this library to look:

  • Students and teachers sitting at tables working together on shared projects and other students working alone reflecting on their work/learning.
  • Books on shelves and students reading for pleasure in comfortable, soft seating. Students are also borrowing and returning books.
  • Portable laptops and tablets available for student and teacher use.
  • Displays showcasing Authors/student work/new books/themes/ideas for contemplation.
  • Student access to ebooks and online curated lists of resources.
  • TL desk has a collection of materials relevant to the latest collaboration with a group of teachers in the next term’s curriculum area.
  • Timetabling is more flexible.
  • Students are building up their digital literacy skills.
  • Library is seen as cool and students are happy to visit during their breaks and with their parents before and after school.

Perhaps I’m being ambitious for a mere 5 years from now. We shall see…

Reference

Chow, A. S., & Rich, M. (2013). The ideal qualities and tasks of library leaders: Perspectives of academic, public, school, and special library administrators. Library Leadership and Management, 27(1/2), 1-24. Retrieved from https://journals.tdl.org/llm/index.php/llm

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