The Canadian Library Association (CLA) has announced the winners of two of its most prestigious awards for young adult literature of 2009. The winner of the 'Young Adult Canadian' award is Chandra's Wars by Allan Stratton. The winner of the 'Book of the Year for Children' is The Shepherd's Grand-Daughter by Anne Laurel Carter. We … Continue reading Canadian Library Association 2009 YA Canadian Award Winners
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Spokeo Language
Finding people on the Internet may have become a little bit easier. Spokeo searches over 41 social networking sites for people. Scary? Perhaps. Easy to use. Definitely.
Mr. Yasinchuk’s Delicious Bookmarks
You can follow this link to Mr. Yaz's Delicious social bookmarking account and check out all of my favourite technology, Web 2.0, books, library, and other media literacy and information websites.
BC Book Prize Finalists
The 2009 BC Book Prize finalists have been announced. The winner will be selected on April 25, 2009. This is the 25th anniversary of BC's very own awards for literature. Visit the BC Book Prize website for a list of authors and titles.
Application of Social and Collaborative Technologies in Canada
Stephen Downes is a well-respected and renown researcher at the National Research Council Institute in Moncton, New Brunswick. He specializes in online learning, syndication, and digital media. For ideas on social collaboration and using technology in education check out Stephen's website.
Tools & Tutorials for Teacher-Librarians
Another terrific resource with lots of ideas for teacher-librarians, teachers, and even students on how to utilize technology and Web 2.0 in the classroom to teacher, learn, create, and communicate. Check out Tutorials for Librarians!
Seamless: Charles Best Secondary eLibrary Workshop
This has to be, without a doubt, the most impressive electronic library collection anywhere! The online workshop provides hundreds of links and ideas. Check it out HERE and HERE.
What’s an avatar?
An avatar is a computer generated graphic of a person. It's great for those people concerned about privacy and not wanting their picture posted on the Internet. And it's a lot of fun to create! Some of the articles' of clothing require that they be 'purchased' with artificial currency. But you can easily create an … Continue reading What’s an avatar?
Glogster Edu is Here!
Welcome to Glogster, a web 2.0 platform that easily allows users to upload photos, videos, text, audio and more to create a unique online, interactive poster. Perfect for teacher/student collaboration! Visit Glogster today and check out these other features: A series of teamwork mechanisms to allow users to publish and share their creations and to … Continue reading Glogster Edu is Here!
NEW! CBC Words at Large Website
Words at Large is CBC’s online destination for Canadians who love books. Look for something new every day, from CBC programs and podcasts, to interviews with writers and more. Hosted by Shelagh Rogers this is a new feature and the website is under construction. For more information click on the icon!
