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  • A Potentially Useful EdTech Podcast
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  • Libraries, AI and Senate Bills

    Libraries, AI and Senate Bills
    May 7 2024
    Greetings and Welcome to another Potentially Useful episode of the TCAPSLoop Podcast. Today's show includes potential pulitzer prize winning novelist, Danelle Brostrom as well as her ghost writer in this alternate reality, Stephie Luyt. We will be discussing all things Libraries including three school library associated bills currently working their way through Michigan State Congress and how they'll effect our Certified Librarians. We focus on Information Literacy, Artificial Intelligence and of course, Bluey. Moment of Zen: “The person who deserves most pity is a lonesome one on a rainy day who doesn’t know how to read.” — Benjamin Franklin The Letter: Dear Senate Education Committee Members, Thank you for your thoughtful consideration and questions about the “Library in Every School” bills that are sponsored by Senator Camilleri (SB741, SB742) and Senator Bayer (SB743). At yesterday’s Senate Education Committee Meeting, members of the committee asked for data about school libraries. The Michigan Association of School Librarians (MASL) has a wealth of data and we will share some of it below in several forms. Please reach out if you have questions about this data or would like to meet to have any of your questions answered. Thank you very much, Kathy Lester >MASL Advocacy Co-Chair, Immediate Past-President AASL, Adjunct Faculty Wayne State University Alexa Lalejini >MASL Advocacy Co-Chair, School Librarian, Rockford Public Schools Stephie Luyt >MASL Advocacy Co-Chair, School Librarian, Traverse City Area Public Schools Carrie Betts, >MASL President, School Librarian, Birmingham Public School District, AASL National School Library of the Year Christine Beachler, >MASL President-Elect, School Librarian, Lowell Public Schools DATA ABOUT THE POSITIVE IMPACT OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANS Correlation between reading scores and school librarians in Michigan According to the latest data, Michigan 46th in the nation in the ratio of students to school librarians (ratio of 2788 students per school librarian from 2021-2022) and 43rd in 3rd grade NAEP reading scores. Michigan Study About the Impact of School Librarians In Michigan, a Library of Michigan research study showed that school library media programs have a statistically significant positive impact on reading achievement in grades 4, 7, and 11. Specifically, this study showed that schools with librarians have 35 percent more fourth graders who score proficient or above than school without librarians (see page ix of the study). The Michigan reading test scores rise with the extent to which the state’s school library programs are headed by qualified school librarians. The relationship between school libraries and test scores cannot be explained away by other school or community conditions at any school level. The Impact of Michigan School Libraries on Academic Achievement: Kids Who Have Libraries Succeed Other research and data about the positive impact of school librarians The Michigan Association of School Librarians has put together a document that summarizes the different ways that school librarians have a positive impact on students and includes links to research for each item. bit.ly/slibevid A good article that summarizes much of the research The article below is a great article that summarizes much of the research. Lance, K.C. & Kachel, D.E. (2018). Why school librarians matter: What years of research tell us. Phi Delta Kappan, 99 (7), 15-20. An infographic about the impact of school librarians on students with cited research studies: bit.ly/slheights Tech Tool of the Week Teaching Books is the new Sora extra! Please rate and review the podcast on your app of choice and leave us a comment on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram Thank you so much for listening and inspiring! Hosts: Danelle Brostrom, Larry Burden Special Guest: Stephie Luyt Um and Ramble Editing: Larry Burden Cover art created with help from Adobe Firefly.
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    20 mins
  • Ed Tech Tools for the School Year Stretch Run

    Ed Tech Tools for the School Year Stretch Run
    Apr 25 2024

    Greetings and Welcome to another Potentially Useful episode of the TCAPSLoop Podcast. After several rather stress inducing weeks at TCAPSLoop towers we decided to keep this episode light by focusing on some great tech tools to get you through the stretch run of the school year. So let’s start the calming process by inhaling this weeks TCAPS Loop Moment of Zen:

    Moment of Zen: “Be like a duck. Calm on the surface, but always paddling like the dickens underneath.” —Michael Caine

    The Rundown:

    Canva for podcasting

      1. How To Create a Podcast in Canva
      2. Free and customizable podcast templates

    Google Classroom Practice Sets

        1. Practice sets - Google for Education
        2. Uses AI to help find and attach supplemental study material
        3. Uses AI to deliver insights about assignment/class

    AI Test Kitchen from Google

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    Additional Inspiration:

    • Dr. Nagler Named COSN EmpowerED Superintendent of the Year
    • Too much screen time? U-M pioneers digital wellness program for youths | University of Michigan News
    • In the legislature now: The American Privacy Rights Act of 2024
    Tech Tool of the Week

    Bluey. Just watch it.

    • Watch - Bluey Official Website
    • NPR Bluey Podcast

    Please rate and review the podcast on your app of choice and leave us a comment on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram

    Thank you so much for listening and inspiring!

    Hosts: Danelle Brostrom, Larry Burden

    Um and Ramble Editing: Larry Burden

    Cover art created with help from Adobe Firefly.
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    24 mins
  • AI Prompt Engineering and Regional Education Media Centers

    AI Prompt Engineering and Regional Education Media Centers
    Apr 11 2024

    Greetings and Welcome to another Potentially Useful episode of the TCAPSLoop Podcast. This episode dives into the world of AI prompts with guest Pete Milne, REMC Director! We explore best practices for crafting effective prompts, ensuring responsible AI use, and leveraging Pete's expertise to elevate your ed-tech game. Buckle up and get ready to unlock the appropriate use of AI in your practice!

    Moment of Zen: “The power to question is the basis of all human progress.” – Indira Gandhi

    The Rundown:

    Crafting Powerful Prompts: Pete shares key tips for creating clear, concise, and effective prompts that guide AI tools towards your desired outcome.

    Reliable Sources & Verification: Learn the importance of including reputable sources in your prompts and double-checking information for accuracy.

    Responsible AI Use: We discuss crucial considerations like avoiding PII (Personally Identifiable Information) and verifying sources to ensure ethical and responsible AI integration.

    Practice Makes Perfect: Pete emphasizes the importance of practice when crafting prompts. Explore scenarios like those offered by Common Sense Education (https://www.commonsense.org/education/collections/ai-literacy-lessons-for-grades-6-12)) to hone your skills.

    AI as Your Partner: AI is best used as an assistant or thought partner, not a replacement for our expertise.

    Tech Tool of the Week

    REMC 2Central

    • REMC Association of Michigan
    • REMC SAVE
    • Control Alt Achieve: Super Prompt - An AI Prompt to Create AI Prompts
    • The Prepare Framework – AI Pioneers
    • Doc for Getting Started with Prompts
    • Enhancing Efficiency & Effectiveness While Providing Accommodations for All - April (asynchronous)
    • Sketchnoting - April 17th (noon - 3:30)
    • PSTL in a Box - May (asynchronous)

    Please rate and review the podcast on your app of choice and leave us a comment on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram

    Thank you so much for listening and inspiring!

    Hosts: Danelle Brostrom, Larry Burden

    Um and Ramble Editing: Larry Burden

    Cover art created with help from Adobe Firefly.
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    32 mins
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