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FOSIL: An instructional model of inquiry
FOSIL unpacked and explained
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Jul 8, 20218 min read
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The Power of School Librarians
We live in ever-changing times and even more so with the added impact of Covid-19. Like everyone, over the last year, school librarians...
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Jun 7, 20218 min read
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School Librarians are you worth more?
School librarians are you worth more?
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Mar 13, 20213 min read
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Be more Hopper! School Librarians and Social Media
Over the last year, I have been running a weekly chat with a group of school librarians who just fancy getting together to informally...
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Mar 4, 20213 min read
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Why do teachers need to be reminded that they need school librarians?
How can school librarians remind teachers about what they do? Is advocacy enough?
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Feb 13, 20213 min read
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Inquiry; why use a framework?
It might seem trivial to talk about professional development when the world is in crisis but it feels important to focus on something good.
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Dec 31, 20207 min read
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Click and deliver ensured my right to vote...
Our return to Guernsey 2020 Covid-19 experience
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Oct 6, 20208 min read
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Focus on Inquiry - Learning together
Would you like to join a group of likeminded teachers and school librarians discussing #inquiry? Find out more here...
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Sep 16, 20204 min read
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An Extraordinary Journey: FOSIL (Framework Of Skills for Inquiry Learning)
An interview with the founder of FOSIL (Framework Of Skills for Inquiry Learning). Tracking his journey from 2011 to where we are today.
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Aug 11, 202020 min read
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Aspirational and inspirational school librarians
Where does the journey to school librarianship start? FOSIL and IFLA are my focal point are they yours?
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Jul 27, 20205 min read
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Mentoring: We all need a Yoda or three in our lives
How important are mentors in your professional life? This blog is about my journey to finding mentors throughout my career.
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May 3, 20205 min read
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7 ideas to kickstart your CPD
It is often hard to motivate yourself to find your own CPD. Take a look at 7 ideas to get you back into it quickly.
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Apr 18, 20206 min read
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Covid-19 = Coaching, Crochet and Cake!
How the coronavirus made webinar training a reality.
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Mar 28, 20205 min read
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Inquiry learning - GSL's, FOSIL and IFLA - What does this mean?
Leading one of the secondary aims for the Great School Libraries campaign is a real pleasure. Learning through Inquiry...
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Mar 10, 20203 min read
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We have a problem! Now I understand why...
If school libraries are essential to our children's education why are not more people worried about the lack of them in their schools?
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Feb 11, 20203 min read
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Why blog? 6 concepts I've learnt along the way
Blogging has been a real learning journey for me, it gave me a place to explore ideas in a very open and honest way and this is my journey
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Jan 25, 20205 min read
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School Librarians using inquiry to engage teachers across the curriculum
Are you a school librarian who wants to teach research skills across the curriculum but don't know how to get started? This might be for you
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Jan 18, 20203 min read
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BEM, who me? You have got to be joking! New challenges and more advocacy for school Libraries.
My promise to do more to advocate for school libraries after being awarded a BEM in the 2020 New Years Honours list.
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Jan 4, 20202 min read
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Time and budget-saving School Librarians
Want to know how can your school library save you time and money? Digital literacy, resources and expert support.
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Dec 15, 20194 min read
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Advocacy, an essential tool in helping teachers understand why they need school librarians
Advocacy is essential for todays school librarian. Have these conversations before it is too late.
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Nov 14, 20194 min read
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