Mid-Semester Reflection
I have learned a lot so far! I was able to attend the Alabama School Library Association Conference, where I learned a lot about school libraries. My favorite seminar was how to set up a library, which was obviously important to me. School libraries, I have learned, are not just about providing books to students. It is all about fostering literacy and creating a safe space for students to learn. Libraries should not all be about books, but also should incorporate technology as well, such as e-books, educational websites, and digital resources. In addition, it is important for libraries to to provide access for students learning other skills, like having 3D printers and computer access. The school library is a wonderful place to foster a lifelong love of learning. I have also learned a lot about technology, as well. I learned how technology can foster learning, such as the Alabama Virtual Library. It has a lot of great virtual tools to foster learning, such as Britannica Scho...