The librarian in the 21st century needs to be also be a technology specialist. In the past we were the keepers of the AV equipment. ( Who remembers those days??) We were the schedulers / fixers of the movie projector, slide projectors, FS projectors. DVD players, ect.
Now a days, we may be in charge of the Chrome books, laptops, and I pads that are used by staff and students. But most importantly , we need to step up and be users and instructors in the newest programs and resources,
This involves using technology to create research projects, using tech to produce lessons, and teaching students how effectively use our sources and cite them. We also need to help teachers integrate technology in to their lesson,s We can do this by large group formal staff development or showing individuals ( or by department) new technologies and new tech tools. So as librarians we need to keep up with the latest tools and resourcesn.
Now a days, we may be in charge of the Chrome books, laptops, and I pads that are used by staff and students. But most importantly , we need to step up and be users and instructors in the newest programs and resources,
This involves using technology to create research projects, using tech to produce lessons, and teaching students how effectively use our sources and cite them. We also need to help teachers integrate technology in to their lesson,s We can do this by large group formal staff development or showing individuals ( or by department) new technologies and new tech tools. So as librarians we need to keep up with the latest tools and resourcesn.
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