Media Specialists
Media Specialists create spaces for students to access technology, reading materials and learn to use libraries as a resources for further learning and researching.
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Oakland Schools Information Center
The Information Center at Oakland Schools provides professional materials in print and online including books, videos, databases and periodicals for K-12 educators and administrators.
The Information Media staff provides database searches, consultations, and professional development to assist the K-12 community to enhance and extend their abilities to teach and learn, make decisions, collaborate, communicate and focus on increased student achievement.
School Librarians and Ed Tech Blogs
Book Bug – Tales of a School Library Media Specialist
Booked Inn (Heroic Adventures in Teacher-Librarianship)
Cathy Jo Nelson’s Professional Thoughts
Media Specialist’s Guide to the Internet
True Adventures of a High School Librarian
Venn Librarian – Reflections about the Intersection of Schools, Libraries and Technology
Media Specialist Resources
Curriculum & Lesson Plans
Atlas Curriculum Mapping System
Quality Book Resources
Bookshelf Monstrosity (A School Librarian Talks Books)
Great Kid Books - Learn About Great Books for Kids Age 4-14
Ms. Yingling Reads (Books for Middle School Students, Especially Boys)
One Librarian's Book Reviews (Reviews of MG, YA and Adult books)
Watch. Connect. Read (Exploring Children’s Lit through Book Trailers)
YA Books and More (Reviews and Digital Media of Current YA Books)
Advocacy & PR for School Libraries
AASL – The American Association of School Librarians – Advocacy