NECC’s Must-See Events
RSSEd-tech’s biggest conference has lots to offer media specialists
By Debra Lau Whelan -- School Library Journal, 06/01/2006
For those attending the National Educational Computing Conference (NECC) in San Diego from July 5–7, there are many events you won’t want to miss. Now that conference organizers have recognized the growing importance of media specialists as technology leaders by creating a School Librarian Special Interest Group to help attendees better network, there are a bunch of programs specifically geared toward school librarians. Here’s a list of must-see events and their schedules. Check the conference catalog for locations.
Wednesday, July 5, 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Teens on the Digital Fringe: What Librarians Can Do
Lesley Farmer of California State University–Long Beach explains why librarians are positioned to help disenfranchised teens gain meaningful, equitable access to technology to empower themselves.
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Podcasting and Podcatching for the Absolute Beginner
Larry Anderson of the National Center for Technology Planning teaches how to start podcasting in your classroom.
Thursday, July 6, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Computer Ethics: The Dark Side
Richard Lamb of the Cranbrook Educational Community explores how students think and how to help them make good decisions.
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
A Web of Connections: Why the Read/Write Web Changes Everything
Will Richardson of Hunterdon Central High School talks about how our classrooms and curricula are changing as a result of a new, more dynamic, creative, and collaborative Web.
Friday, July 7, 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Beyond Acceptable Use: Developing and Implementing a Plagiarism Policy
Debbie Abilock, editor of Knowledge Quest, addresses the root causes of plagiarism.
Survive and Thrive: Strategies for Leadership and Collaboration
Larry Johnson of Indiana University at Indianapolis and media specialist Annette Lamb explore practical tips for invigorating and enriching library media programs.
