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Free social media classes through TRIG: Sign Up TODAY for December 1st Start!
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 01 Dec '15

01 Dec '15

Greetings library community, Library staff are eligible to participate in these courses made available through the Michigan Department of Education's Technology Readiness Infrastructure Grant (TRIG) program. Some are specific to teachers in the classroom but they also have a series on using social media. The courses are a month long and include two webinars. Enjoy! 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Delivered virtually, this PD allows participants to work at their own pace, after classroom hours. Each course is 4 weeks long, with rolling enrollment the first week. All courses have two live webinars. For a complete list of Virtual Course FAQ's click here<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…>. All courses below will be eligible for 6 SCECH credits pending course completion. *$10 SCECH Registration Fee Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Advanced Social Media Social Media tools offer unlimited opportunities for in-depth authentic learning experiences with powerful real-world connections of curriculum to practical applications. These same tools present a critical responsibility that educators have in developing responsible digital citizens of the students. Participants will explore the use of Social Media based on the highest level for the SAMR model and how best to do such work so that students have authentic experiences with real-world connected learning. Digital Citizenship will be a critical part of how Social Media tools will be appropriately used during the learning journey for course participants and their students. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Advanced Application of Next Generation Assessments Michigan educators with a strong existing background in technology integration and Next Generation assessments will participate in a 'masters class' through this six-hour virtual course. Participating educators will synthesize high-quality exemplars with their own portfolio of formative and summative assessments to create, implement and reflect on a Next Generation assessment that is grade level and subject area appropriate. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Advanced Google for Learning Educators across the globe are capitalizing on Google's multimedia tools to make their lessons more dynamic, engaging and supportive. Using the top levels of the SAMR model, participants will explore the use of mixing media for creating effective blended lessons. Designing lessons that encourage students to use multimedia Google tools to create authentic products that promote creativity and voice will be will be a critical part of the learning journey for course participants. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Intermediate Application of Personalized & Blended Learning Participants will apply their existing experience with personalized and blended toward the creation of an extended lesson, unit and / or assessment on a functional personalized learning platform. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Introductory Practices in Literacy Instruction & Technology Participants will explore how Literacy Instruction and Technology foster critical thinking experiences for students. This course will lay the groundwork for effective instructional strategies that support the foundations of literacy and technology integration. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Introduction to Next Generation Assessments Educators will understand and facilitate Michigan's vision for Next Generation assessments by learning and applying appropriate strategies, structures, and support practices through this six-hour virtual course. Participating educators will explore and apply aspects of technology integration, blended learning and data collection toward the creation of a classroom-ready assessment that is conducive to the K-12 environment. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Design Thinking Made Practical There is a strong push for developing critical thinking in students through deep inquiry, as well as other College & Career Readiness skills. Design Thinking is an effective methodology that supports innovative approaches to learning as STEM, STEAM, Inquiry-Based Learning, Project-Based Learning, and other structures that emphasize standards-based authenticity and student voice. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Introduction to Applying Google Apps for Education This is an online program that participants will install, explore and apply up to fifteen new Google Apps and/or Chrome extensions that enable them to leverage the integration of Chromebooks in their classrooms. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Intermediate Social Media Social Media tools are a powerful way to support educators to improve instructional practices. Teaching tends to be a "lonely" profession because there tends to be limited time for professional collaboration during the school day. Social Media tools are opportunities to connect educators to the resources they need, including collaborating with their colleagues. These same practices are critical Global Competencies that students need to develop for College and Career Readiness. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Professional Development through Social Media In this online course participants will discover and explore a range of common and up-to-date social media platforms as well as establish channels that allow for powerful professional development and innovative leadership. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 2015: Refining Curriculum with Deeper Learning in Mind (XBL) Participants will learn and apply best practices in project, problem and inquiry-based learning toward the development of a lesson, unit and/or assessment that they will deliver within and beyond their classrooms. Click Here to Register<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014wEuHMR76XzQcOzwZwqAdIBzv6etd-Sz_S9CdWPA4t2C…> STAY CONNECTED: [Facebook] [Twitter] [LinkedIn] [Pinterest]

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Maker Office Hours this Friday, 5:30pm!
by Kristin Fontichiaro 30 Nov '15

30 Nov '15

Howdy! When we put out a call last month for libraries to host our Making in Michigan Libraries PD Summer Road trip, we were stunned by the number of interested libraries. We're still working on reviewing the proposals, but we now know that the hunger for making is as big in Michigan as we anticipated! So to help jumpstart your maker activities (or to build on what you are already doing), we will be hosting an online "Maker Office Hours" on Friday evening, December 4, from 5:30 - 6:30pm. We'll be 'broadcasting' from the Ann Arbor District Library's Secret Lab (so if you're local, feel free to join us face-to-face) in the basement of the downtown branch. Login details are below. We'll start by sharing about ten minutes of strategies about establishing the Big Picture goals of your making, then open up the floor for the rest of the hour for your questions and ideas about making. If you cannot participate live, we will archive the conversation at http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu. If you like this format, we'll try to make this a monthly event. Hope to see you online! Best, Kristin Fontichiaro & Mayank Khanna Making in Michigan Libraries project -- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Michigan Makers Project <http://umsi.info/makers> | Book an Appointment <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1b…> 734.647.3593

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Fw: School Libraries Need your Help
by Steven K. Bowers 30 Nov '15

30 Nov '15

Action Alert from ALA . . . ________________________________ Action Alert: School libraries are in! After years of needing reform to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), we are on the cusp of getting it. The final language of the Every Student Succeeds Act has been released and school libraries are included in many important ways! BUT, we're not there yet! The House is scheduled to vote on the Every Student Succeeds Act later this week and passage is most definitely not guaranteed. Please, take a moment to take two vital actions: 1. Contact your Representative to let them know how essential this bill is to our children's education and futures. 2. Contact absolutely everyone you know and ask them to do the same thing. Talking points · Vote Yes on the Every Student Succeeds Act Conference Report. · School libraries are critical to our children's future and the Conference Report includes critical language to support effective school library programs. · This language is historic: For the first time in half a century Congress has underscored the importance of effective school library programs by expressly including them in multiple parts of this watershed reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. If you are not going to call, but need a form email: Dear... As you know the vote for the Every Student Succeeds Act Conference Report is scheduled for later this week. I would like to take this opportunity to encourage you to vote YES! School libraries are critical to our children's future and the Conference Report includes critical language to support effective school library programs. This language is truly historic. For the first time in half a century Congress has underscored the importance of effective school library programs by expressly including them in multiple parts of this watershed reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Sincerely, ...

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Newsletter Design Software
by Laura J. Kraly 30 Nov '15

30 Nov '15

Hi everyone, We currently use Adobe InDesign to create our quarterly newsletter which is then printed and distributed to our service population by post. I'm curious as to what programs other libraries in Michigan use for this process; if you use a program other than InDesign, please let me know what it is, whether you find it easy to use or not, and whether your local printer has issues working with the file type it produces. If you no longer send out a print newsletter or work with a company who does yours for you, I'd be interested in that information too. I'll be sure to share a summary of my findings back to the list. Thanks! -- Laura J. Kraly Head of Adult Services Loutit District Library 407 Columbus Ave. Grand Haven, MI 49417 (616) 842-5560 x220 lkraly(a)loutitlibrary.org

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Child Care Assistance Information from the MDE Office of Great Start
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 30 Nov '15

30 Nov '15

The MDE Office of Great Start is working to raise awareness of the availability of funding for child care assistance for eligible families. If you are interested in providing this information to your patrons and partner organizations, please see the attached letter. The letter references a packet that I have in pdf. If you'd like the further information listed in the letter, please contact me and I will send the pdfs to you. You can also request additional copies of some of the information from the Office of Great Start, at the number listed in the letter. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov>

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Funding Available for Library Staff Professional Development - Deadline Dec. 30th
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 30 Nov '15

30 Nov '15

A reminder that if you wish to apply for continuing education support for attendance at a workshop or conference for the spring, the deadline will be Dec. 30th. You can submit at any time through the year, however the Library of Michigan reviews requests quarterly. The next review will be for submissions made by Dec. 30th for events AFTER Dec. 30th. After that, the next review will be for submissions made from January 1st to March 31st for events AFTER March 31st. If you have any questions, please contact us! Michigan public, academic and school library staff are eligible to apply for continuing education stipends. The program details and criteria are available on our website http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_63014-359559--… You will find program criteria, application questions, timeline and the link to the online application on this page. Staff from eligible libraries may apply at any time and may request from $200 to $1,500. Please take a look at the program information on the web site and contact Karren Reish at reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> - 517-373-1580 with any questions. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Customer Service is a priority at the Michigan Department of Education - helping Michigan schools, families, and communities improve the achievement and well-being of ALL our children. [http://inside.michigan.gov/mde/docs/Docs%20and%20Templates/MDE%20-%20Color%…]

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Bresser's Directories Available
by barbara＠milanlibrary.org 30 Nov '15

30 Nov '15

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First Summer Reading winter webinar is Thursday Register now!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 30 Nov '15

30 Nov '15

The first Summer Reading winter webinar will be this Thursday, Dec. 3rd at 2 pm. Please sign up at the link below to attend or to receive a link to the recording after the webinar. _________________________ Our Winter Webinar Series is back for the third year with great learning opportunities! These are four free one-hour webinars throughout the winter on hot Summer Reading topics. We have both in state and national presenters. You can sign up for a small group session to talk with your colleagues about program basics and new program and outreach ideas. Please find registration links below. If you are unable to attend, please register to get a link to the recording after the webinar is complete. * Thursday, December 3, 2015, 2:00 pm - "Summer Reading 2016 Resources and Ideas<http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?66>", Presenter: Karren Reish, Library of Michigan * Tuesday, January 19, 2016, 2:00 pm - "One Stop Cards - Bringing in More Families with School IDs and more!<http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?67>", Presenter: Martha Yesowitch, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library * Wednesday, February 10, 2016, 2:00 pm - "Reaching Out to Your Community through Summer Food<http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?69>", Presenters: Anthony Soule, MDE Summer Food and Bryan Van Dorn, United Way for Southeastern Michigan. * Tuesday, March 15, 2:00 pm -- "Reluctant Readers and Interactive Reading programs: Read Together and PAWS to Read!<http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?70>" Presenters: Lisa Gonzalez and Beverly Schwartzberg, Santa Barbara Public Library. Join us for some great discussions this winter. A full description of each webinar is at the Summer Reading page at www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices>. If the date or time of a presentation is not a good time, but you still want to see the webinar, please sign up and you will be sent a link to the recording after the webinar. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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Mackinac Island Ferry Tickets For Half Price
by Jim Flury 30 Nov '15

30 Nov '15

All, An opportunity to purchase Mackinac Island ferry tickets at half price. Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale, ends today at midnight. Tickets are good any time between April 22, 2016 and October 31, 2016. I suspect Star Line got my contact info from MAP somehow, although they are the only one of the three ferry operators that does not participate in MAP: https://www.mackinacferry.com/order-tickets-online-6/?x=1&Action=Shop_secti… Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Job Posting: STEM Librarian at Eastern Michigan University
by William Marino 30 Nov '15

30 Nov '15

Apologies for cross-posting. The Eastern Michigan University Library invites applications for a tenure-track position of STEM Librarian, This position is an 8-month academic year appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor and will start in Fall 2016; an additional summer appointment is possible. Nights and weekends may be required. The STEM Librarian will participate in the team-based environment of the University Library and serve as a teacher, department liaison and collection coordinator for STEM fields— including the departments of Biology, Chemistry, Physics & Astronomy, Mathematics, Geology, Environmental Science, and Engineering Technology. She/he will provide students and faculty of these departments with research instruction and class support. As the subject specialist and collection coordinator to these departments, she/he will develop teaching and research tools, provide expertise in the area of scholarly communication, and proactively reach out to the faculty and students in both on-campus and off-campus programs. She/he will liaise with department faculty regarding electronic and print collection management, including purchasing journal subscriptions and packages, book requests, material cancellations, and trial databases in consultation with the Collection Development Team. The STEM Librarian must meet departmental and university tenure and promotion standards for fulfillment of professional responsibilities, scholarship, and service. See http://agency.governmentjobs.com/emichedu/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=… for a complete job description, qualifications, and application instructions. Bill Marino Assistant Professor Online Learning Librarian Eastern Michigan University 734-487-2514 wmarino1(a)emich.edu Twitter: @wmarino

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