At the CASL/CECA Conference on Monday, October 24, we will be offering roundtable discussion opportunities on various topics. We have numerous volunteer facilitators in the area of Technology and would like an equal number of offerings in the library field. Facilitators are expected to begin the discussion with background on his or her personal experience on the topic and then let the discussion meander according to the experiences of those at the table. It’s been my experience that a few guiding questions help when (or if) there’s a lull in the conversation.

Please submit your name, contact information and suggested topic to Cathy Swan at the following cathy.swan@newcanaan.k12.ct.us. Cathy will respond directly to you as to time and place.

If you’ve never presented at a conference, this is a painless and interesting way to get started! Give it a try! It takes little to no prep and can be a great way to make contacts in your field.

Here are some thoughts on topics: eBooks, iPads in the library, Online reading, Databases, Teen Advisory Group, Book chats and virtual book chats. Suggest others!

JML

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