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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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This blog is about the value of school libraries. Advocating for the role of the school library within the educational process of every school.
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Aug 11, 202019 min
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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Jul 27, 20205 min
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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May 3, 20205 min
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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Apr 18, 20206 min
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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Mar 28, 20205 min
Covid-19 = Coaching, Crochet and Cake!
How the coronavirus made webinar training a reality.
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Mar 10, 20203 min
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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Feb 11, 20203 min
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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Jan 25, 20205 min
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 18, 20203 min
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 4, 20202 min
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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Dec 15, 20194 min
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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Nov 14, 20194 min
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 11, 20194 min
ASCEL conference! Confession time!
I recently attended the ASCEL conference and left with far more than I imagined I would... and I am not just talking about books...