That Digital Librarian

In this week's assignment, we delved into the realms of Animoto, QR codes, and the fascinating world of cartoons and comics. Each of these tools offers unique opportunities, and I had the privilege of experiencing their creative potential firsthand. Book trailers have emerged as an ingenious way for librarians to pique students' interest in literature. They provide a sneak peek into the essence of a book, helping potential readers gauge whether it aligns with their interests. For my assignment, I chose to create a book trailer for "Concrete Rose" by Angie Thomas using Animoto. The entire process was remarkably straightforward. I downloaded images from Unsplash, a platform offering copyright-compliant visuals for public use. Ensuring that only images cleared for public use are utilized to avoid copyright issues. While the images I selected were free, there is an option to upgrade for additional image choices. I arranged the visuals with captions and carefully picked o...

Do You Use Chat GPT? Infographic My task for this week was to design an infographic using information from the website www.pewresearch.org.  When I initially read the project directions, I misunderstood the task, thinking we were supposed to choose one of the three infographic generator websites and create an infographic. For my choice, I decided to use Piktochart. My first impression was that Piktochart closely resembled Canva, a tool I was already familiar with. However, I quickly realized that there were some differences. One of the challenges I encountered with Piktochart was the need to experiment with the layout to make text fit well within the design. It wasn't as user-friendly in this aspect as I had hoped. Additionally, I found that a significant number of appealing images and icons required an upgrade purchase, limiting my options for graphics. This limitation was frustrating, as it restricted my creative choices and forced me to rely more on basic elements. The overall t...

The environmental scan of educational technology in U.S. public schools serves as a vital tool for understanding the relationship between technology and education within the public school system. Its  goal is to furnish readers with an accurate depiction of the current state of affairs regarding technology, offering insights into trends, challenges, and opportunities that are influencing the realm of technology in teaching and learning.   I am currently not teaching in any school district. I relied on information from the website datausa.io and the CCISD school website. I was able to find information on the demographics of my city on the datausa.io website. The school district website ha d a technology plan that I was able to gain information from. Demographic Insights:   Corpus Christi, Texas, stands as a vibrant city by the sea with a unique demographic profile. As of 2020, the median household income in Corpus Christi reached $57,387, demonstrating a modest ...