Re-thinking learning for the 21st Century
Written by Wendy Darby
It’s time for a change, but how far can we go? In the days of open gradebooks, emails, texting and instant feedback, how do we make report cards a valuable experience for students, parents, and teachers? The first step is admitting there’s a problem. Report cards have become an arbitrary matter for schools, but what … Continue reading “20/20 Vision on School Report Comments”
Written by Wendy Darby
Here we are at the beginning of it all. It’s exciting and terrifying all at once. We will feel stress, resilience, heartbreak, and triumphs. That’s how I felt about a year ago when my husband and I made the decision to move to Lakefield College School after being at Ridley College for the past 12 … Continue reading “Welcome to Your New…”
Written by Wendy Darby
The Pre-game Show: I conducted surveys to find out what the perception of the library was amongst faculty and students. As a good librarian, I read about the place of libraries in 21st century education and found special comfort in John Palfrey’s, Bibliotech. I talked with other librarians at all levels of education about what they … Continue reading “It’s Playoff Time”
Written by Wendy Darby
My How Might We statement is HMW create a culture around the library that promotes innovation, collaboration and scholarship. I have posted it up in the library and have had a few students pondering it. I haven’t had much direct feedback except for one student that thought scholarship had to do with money. Fair point. … Continue reading “Taking Action”
Written by Wendy Darby
I have thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the Cohort 21 experience. The ‘big idea’ thinking and the inclusivity has been essential for me as I continue to push the library forward. It’s a big scary world out there and it doesn’t seem quite so bad when we approach it together. But, through all this, … Continue reading “Sincerely Yours, Mrs. Darby”
Written by Wendy Darby
Today’s library. Close your eyes. What do you see? Learning Commons? Low shelves? High shelves? Students talking and collaborating? A “SHHHHHH” sign posted prominently on the oak paneled wall? Research facilities? Today’s newspapers taped neatly onto wooden rods and placed on racks? Comfy, cozy places to curl up and read the new John Green? 3D … Continue reading “Rare Species Update – The Librarian Adapts To Her New Natural Habitat”
Written by Wendy Darby
Let’s make this quick and dirty. I have never done this before and am nervous-excited. Is it as good as everyone says?! Yes, my first time blogging. Do I have something to say that is of value to everyone? I’m very much an actions speak louder than words kinda girl. I prefer to do it, … Continue reading “My First Time…”
Written by Wendy Darby
Welcome to Cohort 21. This is the first post on your new blog. This journal is an integral part of your Cohort 21 experience. Here you will reflect, share and collaborate as you move through the C21 learning cycle towards your action plan. Cohort 21 is a unique professional development opportunity open to CIS Ontario … Continue reading “Welcome to Cohort 21”