[LM_NET] encyclopedia.com reliability

[Aviva Wasser <avivawasser@GMAIL.COM>]

Does anyone know about the reliability of the website encyclopedia.com?  Is
there a title list for the sources of information?

Thanks,
Aviva Wasser
Ilan High School
250 Park Avenue
Elberon, NJ 07740

732 870-2800
avivawasser@gmail.com




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> Topics in this special issue:
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>  1. TARGET: SEC: School Schedule Research
>  2. Horton on KidThing
>  3. Honest Response Needed (2)
>  4. OT visiting Hawaii
>  5. TAR: landmarks picture book stories
>  6. TARGET-Horton Hears a Who Snacks
>  7. ELEM_ Reading Counts block???
>  8. ELEM- Reading COunts solved
>  9. Dewey Question
>  10. TAR: MS presidential election sources
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 09:12:36 -0800
> From:    "Evans, Sarah A" <saevans@SEATTLESCHOOLS.ORG>
> Subject: TARGET: SEC: School Schedule Research
>
> Hello all! You can tell it's time to make decisions about next year
> since I'm the second this week with a schedule question.
>
> =20
>
> My question is do any of you have a favorite research study around
> period scheduling options for middle school? I searched the archive, but
> all I saw was research about librarian's flex versus fixed schedule. Our
> school's instructional council, which I facilitate, is advocating moving
> from six 55 minute periods to a rotating schedule with six 80 minutes
> periods that cycles every three days. While we can think of lots of
> logic based reasons for the move, yesterday a staff member asked me to
> find research on the effectiveness of such a schedule for middle
> schoolers. She was particularly concerned with their attention span.
>
> =20
>
> I'm ready to start digging into ERIC and other sources, but I wondered
> if any of you have gone through schedule research before or had read
> something on this topic. I will post a summary if there is interest.
> Thanks in advance for your time and assistance!
>
> =20
>
> Thanks,
>
> =20
>
> Sarah Evans, MLIS
>
> Librarian
>
> Meany Middle School
>
> Seattle Public Schools
>
> saevans@seattleschools.org
>
> =20
>
> 301 21st Ave E
>
> Seattle, Washington 98112
>
> (206) 252-2542
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> http://www.seattleschools.org/schools/meany/
>
> =20
>
> Knowledge is of two kinds. We know a subject ourselves, or we know where
> we can find information upon it.
>
> - Samuel Johnson
>
> Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education.
>
> - Gloria Steinem
>
> Any book that helps a child to form a habit of reading, to make reading
> one of his deep and continuing needs, is good for him.
> - Richard McKenna
>
> =20
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 10:00:28 -0800
> From:    KathyC <KathyC@HARKER.ORG>
> Subject: Re: Horton on KidThing
>
> However, it seems that the Mac version for kidthing is not available yet.
> Drat!
>
> **********************
> Kathy Clark
> Lower School Librarian
> The Harker School
> San Jose, California
> kathyc@harker.org
> 408-553-0517
>
>
>
> > Try this site. Be sure to register. There are some cute certificates,
> too.
> > www.kidthing.com/neasreadacrossamerica/download.html.
> >
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 10:30:49 -0800
> From:    Karen Mitchell <kem@QOFASCHOOL.ORG>
> Subject: Re: Honest Response Needed
>
> I agree completely with Ms. Harrison about the basic split among media
> specialists.  I, too, am a librarian who works in a school, not a teacher
> whose classroom is the library.  I was a librarian long before I first
> worked in a school library (I have been here 27 years now), and have
> worked
> in a public library, a university library, and a federal government
> library
> prior to this position.  I am a school librarian who was a librarian
> first,
> and then obtained a conditional certification as a teacher (I am only
> certified to teach library skills and technology skills), whereas most
> school librarians seem to be classroom teachers who then obtained a
> library
> endorsement to their already held teacher certification.  Two distinct
> schools of thought, I believe.
>
> I am a librarian down to my soul, and in my library properly cataloging
> and
> processing books ARE "essential services".  I do love to teach the
> children
> proper library skills, and how to use and enjoy libraries and books, and
> spend many hours per day doing just that, but NOT to the detriment of a
> properly run library.  If I have to work extra hours on my own time, which
> I
> often do, the essential library cataloguing, processing, shelving,
> correcting outdated Dewey numbers and subject headings, sending overdue
> book
> notices, weeding, etc., WILL be done.  And with computerized cataloging
> these days, the time spent is truly minimal compared to the old days of
> typing and filing an average of six catalog cards per book in the card
> catalog, not to mention the near impossibility of keeping the Dewey
> numbers
> and subject headings up to date!
>
> Karen Mitchell, Librarian
> Queen of Angels School (K-8)
> 1007 S. Oak Street
> Port Angeles, WA  98362
>
> kem@qofaschool.org
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Harrison, Connie" <HarrisC1@DEARBORN.K12.MI.US>
> To: <LM_NET@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU>
> Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 7:46 AM
> Subject: Re: [LM_NET] Honest Response Needed
>
>
> This statement goes to a basic split in philosophy among media
> specialists.
> I think we're basically divided into 2 groups: teachers whose classroom is
> in the library and librarians who work in schools.  Ms. Wools is clearly
> in
> the first group.  I'm in the latter group and I have inherited media
> centers
> from others who share her philosophy.  It's not fun.  Books that have come
> "fully processed" have not been incorporated into the existing collection,
> leading to (for example) older biographies in a separate section with
> spine
> labels reading "BIO" and newer biographies catalogued in the person's area
> of specialization (ie., sports figures in the 790s, chefs in the 640s,
> etc.)
> Consistency has not been a priority.
>
> From my perspective, you can't support a library media program and any
> other
> curriculum with books that are catalogued poorly, damaged or in the back
> of
> some kid's locker.  While these are clerical tasks and it is true that
> secretaries should be sending out overdue notices, printing out spine
> labels, etc., I am responsible for the secretary as her immediate
> supervisor.  If I am using technology efficiently, the amount of time used
> for the processing and and collection management will be minimized.
> Finally, I have my own library media curriculum which is intended to
> prepare
> students for independent use of public and academic libraries.  If my
> library is poorly arranged or out of date, I am not fulfilling my own
> obligations for instruction and I am a poor role model.
>
> Connie Harrison
> Media Specialist
> Dearborn Public Schools
> harrisc1@dearborn.k12.mi.us
>
> Instructor
> Library and Information Science Department
> Wayne State University
> ae2222@wayne.edu
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 10:38:00 -0800
> From:    jo turrentine <joturrentine@YAHOO.COM>
> Subject: OT visiting Hawaii
>
> To folks living in that beautiful state or have visited.
>
>  I want to take my family to Hawaii in July or early August. We live in NC
> so we are way away.
>
>  Can you give me travel tips such as should we try for a straight
> flight...
>  Layover in CA?
>  What island/s to visit.
>  Things to do... Not too adventurous because my mother is 82 but is in
> good health and she will be a big part of the reason to visit.
>
>  Or should we just contact a travel agent?
>
>  If anyone wants this info, I will save it and post.
>
>  Thanks in advance.
>  You guys simply made our trip to San Francisco last year awesome with
> your tips.
>  Jo
>
>
>
>  Jo Sorrell
>  Mabel School
>  Zionville, NC
>  Home
>  Boone, NC
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>  Wag More, Bark Less
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 13:58:24 -0500
> From:    Maureen Mooney <mm9161@ALBANY.EDU>
> Subject: TAR: landmarks picture book stories
>
> I am trying to expand my landmark unit with first grade this year and
> would love to know of anymore books I can add to my unit.  So far I have
> read:
>
> Day 1:
> Story of the statue of Liberty
> NF books
> Little Miss Liberty (Very funny!!)
>
> Day 2:
> Curious George and the Hot Air Balloon
> NF books about Mount Rushmore
>
> Day 3:
> Top Job
> Sky Boys
> NF books on Empire State Building
>
> Also thinking about
> Pop's Bridge - Golden Gate Bridge
> The Erire Canal Pirates - Erie Canal
> Saving the Liberty Bell - Liberty Bell
>
>
> I guess I was hoping for a story to introduce the landmark before we
> learned a few facts like "Top Job" and "Little Miss Liberty"... are there
> any new ones I might have missed or other stories that have landmarks in
> them as a side instead of the main focus?
>
> ANy thoughts, pass them my way.  I will post a hit if people want it.
> thanks,
>
>
> Maureen Mooney, LMS
> Caroline Street School
> Saratoga Springs, NY
> mm9161@albany.edu
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 13:05:10 -0600
> From:    Kristin Flater <Flatekr@PESD.K12.WI.US>
> Subject: TARGET-Horton Hears a Who Snacks
>
> We are focusing on Horton Hears a Who for Dr. Seuss's birthday this
> year, and I'm struggling to come up with an appropriate Horton snack. Do
> you have any book specific suggestions?
>
> Thanks,
> Kristin Flater
>
>
> Kristin Flater
> Librarian
> Port Edwards School District
> 715-887-9000 ext. 217
> flatekr@pesd.k12.wi.us
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:06:24 -0500
> From:    Beth Davis <bethdavis@FLOYDBOE.NET>
> Subject: ELEM_ Reading Counts block???
>
> We have had a sticky situation here at my school and my boss and I think =
> the simplest solution is to block the program somehow so that students =
> can not get on and take tests between 3pm and 8am.  I am on a hold with =
> Reading COunts and they don't seem to know how to do this. Do you?
> Beth Davis
> Media Specialist
> Model Elementary School
> bethdavis@floydboe.net
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:16:11 -0500
> From:    Beth Davis <bethdavis@FLOYDBOE.NET>
> Subject: ELEM- Reading COunts solved
>
> I can go in to tools and select all tests and deactivate.  In the =
> morning I can reactivate.  Any better ideas?
> Beth Davis
> Media Specialist
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 11:18:09 -0800
> From:    Amy Watkins <amywatkinsreads@YAHOO.COM>
> Subject: Dewey Question
>
> Based upon an article I read by Patrick Jones who does a study on
> Reluctant Readers, I am cleaning house.   He says that unmotivated readers
> want to choose their own books from a narrowed choice and reject reading
> because of several things to include:  books are inadequate entertainment,
> they view reading as part of the adult world, or they equate reading with
> failure.  I want to showcase the newer and more attractive, adolescent
> reading material as opposed to the adult type non-fiction books that have
> been here too long.  My question (whew!) is this:
>  1.  Since so many of the newer countries books now incorporate geography,
> history, culture, & more under one title with pictures, where do you shelve
> them?  In the geography section or the historial section?
>  2.  In a public school library with limited books on a particular
> country, wouldn't it be easier for students to find country books in one
> place?
>
>  I am highly considering pulling most of the books from the 913-919 range
> and placing them in the 944-999 range.  This way, for example,  the five
> books on one partilcular country I have will be shelved together.  Before I
> do this, respond to me.  I know M. Dewey wouldn't agree with what I am about
> to do, but he doesn't work in a middle school with limited funds either!
>
> Amy Watkins
>  Librarian of Central Middle School
>  Lawton, OK
>  amywatkinsreads@yahoo.com
>
>
> Amy
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 19:28:02 +0000
> From:    Susan Ackerman Leibowitz <slal18@OPTONLINE.NET>
> Subject: TAR: MS presidential election sources
>
> 'Netters -
> I would like to update information in my collection regarding the
> Presidential election process for a MS audience.  I would appreciate your
> thoughts on your favorite websites (candidates & issues) & print materials
> (regarding the Electoral College, convention, etc.).  I have already checked
> the archives.
> I will happily post a hit.
>
> Thanks -- Susan
>
> Susan Ackerman
> Leibowitz
> Library Media Specialist
> Fox Lane Middle School
> Route 172/Fox Lane Campus
> Bedford, NY  10506
> Tel: 914.241.6140  Fax: 914.241.6083
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> Date:    Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:29:10 -0500
> From:    "Dr. Allan O'Grady Cuseo" <acuseo@BKHS.ORG>
> Subject: Re: Honest Response Needed
>
> I remember fighting this battle as an undergraduate library student at
> SUNY/=
> Geneseo. I fought that I was in library school to be a librarian and not a
> t=
> eacher. 45 years later I have been a school librarian most of my career
> thou=
> gh I also have been a public librarian and a Library School professor at 2
> c=
> olleges.I must admit that I am a teacher first and that many "library"
> dutie=
> s just don't get done. I haven't sent an overdue notice for over 3 years.
> It=
>  is next to impossible when one is a one-person operation in a 9 period
> day.=
>  I am way behind in cataloging also. Just when I think I may be catching
> up,=
>  a teacher will want to collaborate on an assignment and everything else
> sto=
> ps - and that is all good.Today I was going to evaluate some donations for
> p=
> ossible cataloging - that didn't last long. I worked on a major student
> cent=
> ered collaborative research project on various periods of music (Baroque,
> tw=
> enty century, etc). Did a powerpoint for a Spanish IV class coming in for
> 2 =
> periods on Friday. They are researching Azetcs. Judged 5 periods of
> projects=
>  for Senior English in the library. The students worked in triads - each
> rea=
> d the same non-fiction title (everything from Fast Food Nation to=C2=A0
> Obam=
> a Barack's newest book). They then had to assume the role of author, event
> p=
> lanner, agent. Various teachers and administrators strolled the library
> amon=
> g the displays (powerpoints, display boards, food, bookmarks, etc.) and
> judg=
> ed the students for presentation, research, role playing, etc.Now it is
> 9th =
> period and I am about to write a review for Catholic Library World
> magazine.=
>  "Library" stuff will have to wait until tomorrow or next week - but next
> we=
> ek part of the career fair is in the library and I am hosting the
> reception =
> for the speakers. All the "library" stuff may have to wait! Or maybe it is
> a=
> ll library stuff and I am already doing it.AllanDr. Allan O'Grady Cuseo,
> MGC=
> Director of Library ServicesBishop Kearney High School | A Golisano
> Educatio=
> n Partner125 Kings Highway SouthRochester, New York 14617585.342.4000x23158=
> 5.342.4694 (fax)www.bkhs.orgCollege Prep. Plus.-----Original
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> m: "Karen Mitchell" [kem@QOFASCHOOL.ORG]Date: 02/27/2008 01:31 PMTo:
> LM_NET@=
> LISTSERV.SYR.EDUSubject: Re: [LM_NET] Honest Response NeededI agree
> complete=
> ly with Ms. Harrison about the basic split among media =
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> specialists.  I, too, am a librarian who works in a school, not a teacher
> =
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> whose classroom is the library.  I was a librarian long before I first =
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> worked in a school library (I have been here 27 years now), and have
> worked =
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> in a public library, a university library, and a federal government
> library =
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> prior to this position.  I am a school librarian who was a librarian
> first, =
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> and then obtained a conditional certification as a teacher (I am only =
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> certified to teach library skills and technology skills), whereas most =
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> school librarians seem to be classroom teachers who then obtained a
> library =
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> endorsement to their already held teacher certification.  Two distinct =
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> schools of thought, I believe.
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> I am a librarian down to my soul, and in my library properly cataloging
> and =
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> processing books ARE "essential services".  I do love to teach the
> children =
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> proper library skills, and how to use and enjoy libraries and books, and =
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> spend many hours per day doing just that, but NOT to the detriment of a =
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> properly run library.  If I have to work extra hours on my own time, which
> I=
>  =
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> often do, the essential library cataloguing, processing, shelving, =
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> correcting outdated Dewey numbers and subject headings, sending overdue
> book=
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> notices, weeding, etc., WILL be done.  And with computerized cataloging =
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> these days, the time spent is truly minimal compared to the old days of =
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> typing and filing an average of six catalog cards per book in the card =
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> catalog, not to mention the near impossibility of keeping the Dewey
> numbers =
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> and subject headings up to date!
>
> Karen Mitchell, Librarian
> Queen of Angels School (K-8)
> 1007 S. Oak Street
> Port Angeles, WA  98362
>
> kem@qofaschool.org
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>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- =
>
> From: "Harrison, Connie" <HarrisC1@DEARBORN.K12.MI.US>;
> To: <LM_NET@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU>;
> Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 7:46 AM
> Subject: Re: [LM_NET] Honest Response Needed
>
>
> This statement goes to a basic split in philosophy among media
> specialists. =
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> I think we're basically divided into 2 groups: teachers whose classroom is
> in the library and librarians who work in schools.  Ms. Wools is clearly
> in =
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> the first group.  I'm in the latter group and I have inherited media
> centers=
>  =
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> from others who share her philosophy.  It's not fun.  Books that have come
> =
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> "fully processed" have not been incorporated into the existing collection,
> =
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> leading to (for example) older biographies in a separate section with
> spine =
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> labels reading "BIO" and newer biographies catalogued in the person's area
> =
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> of specialization (ie., sports figures in the 790s, chefs in the 640s,
> etc.)=
>  =
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> Consistency has not been a priority.
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> From my perspective, you can't support a library media program and any
> other=
>  =
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> curriculum with books that are catalogued poorly, damaged or in the back
> of =
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> some kid's locker.  While these are clerical tasks and it is true that =
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> secretaries should be sending out overdue notices, printing out spine =
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> labels, etc., I am responsible for the secretary as her immediate =
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> supervisor.  If I am using technology efficiently, the amount of time used
> =
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> for the processing and and collection management will be minimized. =
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> Finally, I have my own library media curriculum which is intended to
> prepare=
>  =
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> students for independent use of public and academic libraries.  If my =
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> library is poorly arranged or out of date, I am not fulfilling my own =
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> obligations for instruction and I am a poor role model.
>
> Connie Harrison
> Media Specialist
> Dearborn Public Schools
> harrisc1@dearborn.k12.mi.us
>
> Instructor
> Library and Information Science Department
> Wayne State University
> ae2222@wayne.edu =
>
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