[CASL-L] Fwd: KQ Express – August 7, 2017

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> From: American Association of School Librarians <aasl at ala.org>
> Date: August 7, 2017 at 12:03:13 PM EDT
> To: Irene Kwidzinski <kwidz at sbcglobal.net>
> Subject: KQ Express – August 7, 2017
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> August 7, 2017
> Association News
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> Don’t Miss Early-Bird Registration Rates for AASL National Conference
> Early-bird registration rates for the AASL National Conference & Exhibition end August 17. Register today and save $100 on:
> Networking with 4,000+ peers, including school library professionals, exhibitors, and administrators
> General sessions every day
> More than 100 concurrent sessions
> Best-practices showcase with innovative strategies and cutting-edge tools
> Preconferences offering the first look at the new AASL Standards
> 100+ authors speaking and signing
> More than 165 exhibitors
> Tons of giveaways on the Exhibit Floor
> And more!
> Advocacy Takeaway: The "Make the Case" infographic designed for AASL National Conference can be used for many purposes, including a discussion with new administrators or board of education members on how the school library and school librarian connect to career and college readiness, digital literacy, and digital citizenship.
> Enhance Your School Library Practice with AASL Webinars
> Looking to enhance your school library practice? Check out the following upcoming webinars from AASL:
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> Aug. 15: Twitter 101: Why You Need to Tweet to Build a Personal Learning Network
> Aug. 22: Now I'm a Tweep--What's Next?
> Aug. 29: AASL Best Websites for Teaching & Learning 2017
> Sept. 12: Beyond Book Readings: Building Science Literacy with Hands-On Activities
> Sept. 28: Common Core Education Resources and Websites & Google Classroom
> Start your school year off right by registering for these upcoming AASL webinars!
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> Deadline Extended for 2018 ALA Annual Conference Program Proposals
> The program proposal submission deadline for the 2018 ALA Annual Conference, to take place in New Orleans, LA, June 21-26, 2018, has been extended to September 5, 2017, 12:00 a.m. CT. Programs at the Annual Conference are one-hour educational sessions on a topic relevant to the library profession, and submissions are open to anyone, regardless of ALA membership status. 
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> ALA Urges FCC to Keep 2015 Open Internet Protections
> On July 17, in comments filed at the Federal Communications Commission, ALA questioned the need to review current net neutrality rules and urged regulators to maintain the strong, enforceable rules already in place. ALA President Jim Neal said, “The 2015 Open Internet Order is the right reading of the law, and we do not see any reason for the FCC to arbitrarily return to this issue now.” The ALA comments were filed with the American Association of Law Libraries and the Chief Officers of State Library Agencies.
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> The New ALA Connect
> ALA is always looking for ways to enhance its members’ experiences. ALA Connect is our online space where groups work together. Its platform is getting upgraded to a more flexible system that will be powered by Higher Logic. One new feature is that divisions and round tables will have their own branded space to communicate and collaborate. In order to maintain the integrity of information within our current system during the transfer, ALA will prevent new information input from August 10–31.
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> Member Spotlight
> Margaret "Gigi" Lincoln Profiled on Michigan eLibrary Website
> Margaret "Gigi" Lincoln, school librarian for Lakeview School District in Battle Creek, is profiled on Michigan eLibrary’s website. Lakeview Schools’ Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Jim Owen, states, “We're so very fortunate to have someone of Gigi Lincoln's caliber working to support both staff and student learning. Gigi plays a critical role on a daily basis providing access to quality and relevant resources that support our initiatives.”
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> Gina Seymour Recognized as a Mover & Shaker
> Gina Seymour, library media specialist at Islip High School library in Islip, NY, has been named a “Mover & Shaker” by the Library Journal. Seymour was selected because of her commitment to the profession and for her unique inclusive programming, according to a district announcement. Her MakerCare initiative, using the school library makerspace to teach teens about social action and civic engagement, has inspired students to make needed items to be donated to community and global agencies.
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> Jennifer Thompson and Her Library’s Summer Hours Featured in Article
> Jennifer Thompson’s library at Roseburg High School in Roseburg, OR, is featured for its summer hours. Thompson said the high school library has been open half a day per week in the summer for the past five years. She worked with parent-teacher organizations, the community, and the school district to get the funds to make the summer library hours available to students.
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> Suzanne Costner Awarded CAP’s National Aerospace Education Teacher of the Year Award
> Suzanne Costner, library media specialist at Fairview Elementary School in Maryville, TN, will receive the Civil Air Patrol's (CAP) National Aerospace Education Teach of the Year Award in September. This is Suzanne's second national award from the Air Force auxiliary program.
> Submit a Member Spotlight
> Have you been recognized for your work as a school librarian, received an award, published a book or article, or received another industry accomplishment? Submit a Member Spotlight today!
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> Submit a Member Current
> Have you graduated, received a new certification, changed positions, or retired? Submit a Member Current for inclusion in the next KQ Express. 
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> Education News
> Department of Education Rescinds ESSA Accountability and State Plan Regulations
> The Department of Education published a Federal Notice rescinding the Every Student Succeeds Act accountability and state plan regulations. Congress eliminated the regulations using the Congressional Review Act earlier this year.
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> Education Department Overhauls ESSA Review Process
> The US Department of Education will change its process for reviewing states' plans to comply with the Every Student Succeeds Act. Spokeswoman Elizabeth Hill says states can expect two-hour phone calls before feedback letters are sent.
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> Report Rates States’ ESSA Plans on Three Factors
> A report from the Thomas B. Fordham Institute analyzes 17 states' plans to comply with the Every Student Succeeds Act based on clarity of school ratings, a focus on all students, and equity. Overall, the analysis finds, states are performing well by these measures.
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> Advocacy Takeaway: Be able to speak to your state's ESSA plan when the conversation arises and if your state is still drafting its plan (check your state department of education ESSA page), make sure you and your stakeholders submit comments to include school librarians before any open comment period deadlines.
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> How Student Beliefs Shape Outcomes
> Some students in low-income families who grow up believing that hard work always is rewarded may be more likely to engage in risky behavior, according to researchers at New York University's Steinhardt School. The results build on “system justification," a social-psychology theory that believes humans tend to defend, bolster, or rationalize the status quo and see overarching social, economic, and political systems as good, fair, and legitimate. Yet, these beliefs can be a liability for disadvantaged teens once their identity as a member of a marginalized group begins to gel.
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> Research Focuses on Learning from Mistakes
> Research shows that giving an incorrect answer, and then learning why it is wrong, may offer learning benefits. Researchers are studying such outcomes in a New York City school, where educators administer practice exams and then review specific errors with students.
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> Curiosity a Key Factor in Learning
> Students with high curiosity perform better in math and reading, have higher SAT scores, and are more likely to go to college than their peers, according to a 30-year study by researchers at California State University. Educators note that motivated, gifted students have a better work ethic and learn more in school.
> Advocacy Takeaway: As an AASL member you have full access to over 300 professional development webinars, recorded sessions, and materials that you can use to share with your classroom teachers looking for inquiry learning resources.
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> No Test Score Gap between Multiracial and White Students
> Average scores for high-school seniors on the National Assessment of Educational Progress standardized test were the same for multiracial students and their white peers, according to a study by The Brookings Institution. The study found that such students are more likely to be enrolled in schools with higher populations of white and Asian students.
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> More Cyberbullying on Instagram
> There may be more incidents of cyberbullying on Instagram than other social-media platforms, according to a survey of more than 10,000 people. About 42% of Instagram users reported being bullied, compared to 37% on Facebook, 31% on Snapchat, 10% on YouTube, and 9% on Twitter.
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> Gen Z Less Likely to Read Blogs
> Both Millennials and members of Generation Z are spending more time viewing videos on social media, according to a recent poll of 1,173 internet users, ages 13 to 34. Data also show a decrease in the time that Generation Z users spend on text-based sites, including blogs.
> Advocacy Takeaway: Check out the AASL Best Websites for Teaching & Learning to locate resources that meet the learning needs of your student population, and offer information sessions for your classroom teachers to learn and use the websites.
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> Storytelling Ability Can Affect Reading Skills
> African-American boys in preschool who excel at storytelling may learn to read more quickly than their peers, according to a study by researchers at the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. The study included 72 students, who were studied from 8 months old through sixth grade.
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> The State of EdTech
> Technology increasingly is part of teaching and learning, and a recent report from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt finds that educators are more confident in education technology. The survey also reveals the need for additional planning time to implement technology and more devices.
> Advocacy Takeaway: Forty-eight percent of educators reported they lacked "access to technology-focused professional development." Enter the school librarian. Start with AASL Best Websites and Apps for Teaching & Learning, find additional resources to assist in your presentation through AASL's eCOLLAB and Knowledge Quest website, and ask your administrator for time on the next professional development day in your school or district to share what you've learned.
> Most Talked-About KQ Blog Posts
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> "Readers and Non-Readers" by Hannah Byrd Little
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> "Animal Research Meets Reading, Writing, and Flipgrid" by Kelly Hincks
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> "12 (mostly cheap) Teacher Tricks that Work in an Elementary Library" by Kelly Hincks
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> "How to Get Ready for a New Year at Your New School" by Diana Rendina
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> Resources for School Librarians
> How to Create Back-to-School Communications Plans
> The new school year offers school leaders an opportunity to develop a cohesive back-to-school communications plan, asserts Anne O'Brien, deputy director of the Learning First Alliance. In this blog post, she shares ideas for helping schools tell their stories.
> Education Technology: Friend or Foe?
> High-school English teacher Melissa Romero in this commentary highlights how she transitioned from battling with technology to embracing it in the classroom. She credits a district tech-training program for helping her welcome technology as an ally.
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> Amazon Releases Library of Free, Open Resources
> Amazon's free library of open-education resources is now available. A feature that would allow educators to share the resources and lesson plans is not yet available on Amazon Inspire, but is expected in the next few weeks, according to a statement from Amazon.
> 4 Steps to a Successful Blended-Learning Rollout
> Introducing technology to classrooms just for the sake of technology is not an effective approach to blended learning, asserts assistant superintendent Tara Beams. In this commentary, she shares four steps to take on the road to implementing blended learning.
> Secrets to Positive Thinking
> It can be tempting to focus on the negative when faced with the challenges of teaching, asserts Jon Hazell, a high-school science teacher and Oklahoma's 2017 Teacher of the Year. In this commentary, he shares how -- and why -- he focuses on the positive.
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> Ideas to Prepare Students for College and Career
> What does it mean to prepare graduates for college and career? K-12 leadership experts Jill Berkowicz and Ann Myers in this blog post take on this question, suggesting strategies such as adopting design-thinking in schools and partnering with local businesses.
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> Going Digital Benefits Journaling
> Digital journaling can generate more meaningful responses and personalized goals, asserts fifth-grade teacher Francesca Perrone-Britt. In this blog post, she shares the positive outcomes after her school's transition to the digital format.
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> Tips to Help Quiet Students Find Their Voice
> The new school year will bring a new batch of "quiet students," educator Chrissy Romano-Arrabito writes. She calls for working to understand the "why" behind the quietness and then making a plan to include such students in class.
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> 3 Ways Schools Benefit from Teacher Leadership
> Teacher leadership is worth the investment, writes high-school English teacher Brian Curtin. In this blog post, he shares three returns on investment in teacher leadership, including the ability of teacher leaders to help fellow educators hone their own skills.
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> PBL Can Benefit All Students
> Project-based learning allows students to push their limits academically and creatively, according to Jamie Kumiega, a middle-school special education teacher, and Brandi Zivilik, a sixth-grade social studies teacher. In this commentary, they share how PBL benefits students of all ability levels.
> Strategies for Low-Tech Personalized Learning
> Teachers do not need lots of technology to create personalized-learning experiences for students, asserts fourth-grade teacher Devon Almeida. In this commentary, she outlines how she uses data, flexible seating and project-based lessons to create customized lessons.
> Students Benefit from Video Author Visits
> Google Hangouts, Skype, and other platforms allow published authors to make visits to distant classrooms. In this blog post, teacher Rita Platt shares how such visits can help students improve their reading and writing skills.
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> Grants & Awards
> Title VI International Research and Studies Program (IRS) Program
> The International and Foreign Language Education Office of the U.S. Department of Education announced the competition for FY 2017 new awards under the Title VI International Research and Studies Program (IRS) Program. The IRS program provides grants to institutions, public and private agencies, organizations, and individuals to conduct research and studies or to develop instructional materials to improve and strengthen instruction in modern foreign languages, area studies, and other international fields. The application deadline is August 24.
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> Libraries Ready to Code Program
> The Libraries Ready to Code program is now accepting grant applications from public and school libraries interested in developing youth programming that promotes computer science and computational thinking. If selected, libraries would receive grants up to $25,000 to cover design and implementation costs. Proposals will be accepted through August 31, 2017.
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> Charles Lafitte Foundation Kid’s Corner Essay Contest
> Charles Lafitte Foundation Kid’s Corner selects books for three different age groups along with a topic or theme for the essay submissions. Students with the winning essays receive a Kindle for themselves along with $1,000 for their school library to provide more great books to read and share. To apply read one of the books listed in your grade level and write an essay on the topic below. Entries must be typed and emailed to kidscorner at charleslafitte.org by August 31, 2017.
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> IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service
> The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is now accepting nominations for the National Medal for Museum and Library Service. The award recognizes outstanding libraries and museums that have made significant contributions to improve the well being of their communities. Anyone--an employee, a board member, a member of the public, or an elected official--can nominate an institution. To be considered, the institution must complete and return a nomination form by October 2, 2017.
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> 2017 Congressional App Challenge
> The 2017 Congressional App Challenge is a public effort to encourage kids to learn how to code, through annual district-wide competitions hosted by members of Congress for their district. Students in participating districts code original applications for the chance to be selected for recognition by their member of Congress, win prizes, and have their work put on display in the Capitol Building in Washington, DC. The challenge is open through November 1.
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