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Mansel Wells

Plagiarism.org : Learning Center : Plagiarism Definitions, Tips on avoiding Plagiarism,... - 0 views

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    The Learning Center is designed to help educators and students develop a better sense of what plagiarism means in the information age, and to teach the planning, organizational, and citation skills essential for producing quality writing and research. Our site offers information about: * Plagiarism defined, in easy-to-understand terms * Tips on how to avoid both internet-based and conventional plagiarism * Guidelines for proper citation, and links to help with specific citation styles * Suggestions for developing good research and writing skills * Answers to frequently asked questions, including explanations for often misunderstood concepts like fair use, public domain, and copyright laws * Definitions for important research-related terms * Suggestions for integrating plagiarism education into lesson plans * Tips for creating assignments that discourage plagiarism and encourage original thinking * Information on the causes of plagiarism today * Help with identifying different types of plagiarism, in particular plagiarism from the internet * Printable handouts for students on plagiarism, proper citation, and paper writing
Rhondda Powling

Educational Technology is not the Enemy « syded - 0 views

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    "The new technology should only be used if it will enhance learning. However, after over a year using iPads in the classroom I am convinced there are many ways it can help educators and learners alike. The difficulty is winning over those educators who are sceptical. I would like them to make an informed decision about how the new technology might help. Second-guessing their methods and attempting to suggest new techniques is not the way to go about it."
Rhondda Powling

What librarians make. A response to Dr. Bernstein and an homage to Taylor Mal... - 1 views

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    Joyce Valenza'a excellent response to Dr. Bernstein's suggestion that in this Internet age, Governor Cuomo eliminate the antiquated requirement that all high schools have at least one full-time librarian and a minimum number of books.
Fran Bullington

TeachersFirst Edge - 0 views

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    Teachers First has collected a list of Web 2.0 tools for educators. There is a detailed description of the tool and suggested ways that each can be used in class.
Fran Bullington

Poem In Your Pocket Day - Poets.org - Poetry, Poems, Bios & More - 0 views

shared by Fran Bullington on 19 Apr 09 - Cached
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    History of Poem in Your Pocket Day, link to printable pocket sized poems in pdf format, suggestions for celebrating the day.
Fran Bullington

FreshBrain - 1 views

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    Fresh Brain provides the space, tools, and suggestions to help students and teachers create projects.
Mansel Wells

Our Documents: Ideas for Librarians - 12 views

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    Many librarians are interested in finding new ways to encourage more students and teachers to use library materials and do high level research. Their efforts are often limited by available time or unfamiliar subject matter. For that reason, librarians should be excited about the teaching possibilities available through the Our Documents initiative. This program offers school librarians ideas and materials to improve use of their collections. Here are some suggestions for using Our Documents in a school library.
Fran Bullington

Looking to Ramp Up Your Library Web Site? Try a Blog. - 1/1/2010 - School Library Journal - 2 views

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    Carolyn Foote's article not only shares why you should consider a blog for your library website, but also offers many resources which include links to support using blogging and links to school library websites using a blogging platform.
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