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Librarian Interview: AASL Standard- Collaborate

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Introduction      For this interview, I spoke with Ellen Scott, the librarian at Blythewood Middle School. Our discussion focused on the shared foundation Collaborate with an emphasis on the Share and Grow domains. When choosing which competencies to focus on during our interview, I had a hard time choosing between these two and decided to incorporate a little bit of both into our discussion. Our conversation focused on her current implementation of these competencies as well as her plans for future application. These competencies focus on the student's ability to receive feedback from their peers, consider diverse perspectives, and recognize their responsibility for actively contributing to group learning. While these competencies are similar to the one I discussed with Christine Baker at Jackson Creek Elementary, I wanted to be able to compare how this concept is implemented at the elementary and middle school levels. Questions 1.  What are some examples of the ...
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AASL Standard Interview- Inquire

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Introduction      For this interview, I spoke with Christine Baker, who is the media specialist at Jackson Creek Elementary. Our discussion focused on the Inquiry shared foundation with a specific interest in the Share domain and competency. Our conversation focused on how the standard is currently being applied in her practice and her plans for future application. Questions 1.  What are some examples of the ways in which you are implementing these competencies in your library program?   2. What are some of the resources in your library program that you are using to implement these competencies?   3. Do any of the competencies that you are implementing include collaboration with classroom teachers?   If so, please provide examples.   4. What are some of the challenges that you face when trying to implement these competencies?   5. Are there any other comments that you would like to make regarding the Shared Foundation / Competencies and Dom...
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Librarian Interview: AASL Standard- Include

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Introduction      For this interview, I chose to speak with Amy Whitfield, who has been a librarian at Blythewood High School since its inception back in 2005. We discussed the shared foundation Include with a specific emphasis on the Share domain. Our discussion primarily focused on how to host respectful debates in the school setting and promote discussion topics with multiple viewpoints.   Questions 1.  What are some examples of the ways in which you are implementing these competencies in your library program?   2. What are some of the resources in your library program that you are using to implement these competencies?   3. Do any of the competencies that you are implementing include collaboration with classroom teachers?   If so, please provide examples.   4. What are some of the challenges that you face when trying to implement these competencies?   5. Are there any other comments that you would like to make regarding the Sha...
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Librarian Interview: AASL Standard- Engage

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Introduction      For this interview, I chose to have a discussion with Chrystal Smith at Blythewood High School, focusing on the Engage shared foundation with a special emphasis on the Create domain. This standard focuses on ethically using information and acknowledging authorship. I was curious about Chrystal's insight concerning the standard in relation to her current work in a high school, as well as in reference to her previous role as a school librarian at an intermediate school that worked with grades four through six. We had a very rich discussion, mostly pertaining to citations and how important it is for us to establish these information skills as early on as possible. We also heavily emphasized how important it is to make sure that the other educators in the building understand copyright and fair use laws so that they can hold their students accountable for crediting sources appropriately.  Questions 1.  What are some examples of the ways in which y...
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Lunetta_Christina_Reading Reflection 2

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 Reading Reflection 2 (Week 5) Me performing a puppet show version of Petunia by Roger Duvoisin. Program Planning      While telling a story to children may seem simple, a storytelling program requires proper planning and a bit of flexibility. According to the text Storytelling: Art and Technique , storytellers need to take the time to prepare multiple stories in anticipation of a mixed-aged audience and be capable of making adjustments depending on the participants that actually show up to attend the event (Greene et al., 2010). It is suggested, especially when working with a mixed-aged group, that you begin the storytelling event with a story that is suitable for the younger members of the audience to catch their attention, then you may proceed to a story that has more depth and meaning and is comprehensible by the entire group, lastly, you may end with a short story that targets the older audience is humorous or participatory to end your program on a lighter more ...
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