Technology always seem to be changing in our world.\u00a0 Being able to implement new and exciting ideas in the classroom is something that we, as librarians, need to keep on top of to keep our students on par with the tech world.\u00a0 There are times where I can understand how \u201ctechnophobia\u201d can be a hurdle to overcome (Szmodis, 2021). \u00a0With so many different platforms and apps in the online world, and even with everything we\u2019ve learned in this course, I have experienced technophobia!\u00a0 \ud83d\ude42 However, I appreciated what Szmodis (2021) added in her blog that technology is a skill not a talent (para 8).\u00a0 Technology concepts and tools may take time to understand and, to some, it\u2019s something that doesn\u2019t come naturally.\u00a0 You have to work at it to become more comfortable and get a handle on understanding it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I appreciate people who have gone before me to tackle understanding concepts of technology and are willing to share their experiences with others. One way to keep up on technology trends is through other educators\u2019 blogs. I enjoyed exploring RenovatedLearning.com. On this website\/blog, there was a lot of information about makerspaces. I think makerspaces can be a way to incorporate technology into the library. Diana Rendina, who is the author of this website and has presented at several technology conferences, seems to be aware of new and inventive technologies to utilize in the library. She seems like a credible source and someone who keeps up with technology trends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Looking at the ALA website of Best Digital Tools for Teaching & Learning (ala.org), I thought the Classroomscreen is an excellent piece of technology to add to the classroom or library. Its screen can be projected onto a Smartboard and used interactively by students. There are different widgets you can add to help aid in lessons and activities in the classroom. There is a timer widget that can be used for a countdown, a sound level to help students monitor the level of noise in the classroom or library, and a way to generate a QR code. It has different aspects of technology in one tool that is pretty impressive. The ALA website is a great tool to use to continue to stay up-to-date on current trends in technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I also think that EdTechmagazine.com is a website that I will continue to follow after LIBS 602.\u00a0 I was impressed by the great articles and information about technology that is featured on this site.\u00a0 I also liked how it is geared toward the K-12 school setting.\u00a0 This is a great resource to use for the library and classrooms in order to stay up-to-date on new and exciting technology innovations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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American Association of School Libraries. (2022). Best Digital Tools for Teaching & Learning. <\/em>https:\/\/www.ala.org\/aasl\/awards\/best<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n EDTech Magazine.com. Technology solutions that drive technology. <\/em>https:\/\/edtechmagazine.com\/k12\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Rendina, D. (2022). Renovated learning: Building a culture of creativity and discovery in education.<\/em> http:\/\/www.renovatedlearning.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Szmodis, P. (2021, July 27). How to get over technophobia. Hack School Library. <\/em>https:\/\/hacklibraryschool.com\/2021\/07\/27\/how-to-get-over-technophobia\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Technology always seem to be changing in our world.\u00a0 Being able to implement new and exciting ideas in the classroom is something that we, as librarians, need to keep on top of to keep our students on par with the tech world.\u00a0 There are times where I can understand how \u201ctechnophobia\u201d can be a hurdle… <\/p>\n