All Hands on Tech
\nExplore, Play and Imagine Interactive Tech Time in Kids’ Library Programming<\/p>\n
Rachel Nard, Mary Beth Parks, Amy Tooley from Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh<\/p>\n
Children are growing up with a wide variety of tech that can support learning.
\nNot all tech is great. They did research.<\/p>\n
Developed a plan, selected equipment, created app guidelines, integrated technology, evaluated the programs.<\/p>\n
Build your case first. Look at community need.
\nWanted to provide more than just access.
\nWanted staff to communicate how they could support learning.
\nWanted staff to be media mentors.
\nBegan the project at locations where staff were comfortable with the technology.
\nLearned about best practices and research.<\/p>\n
You can start small. It was scalable.
\nDeveloping a Plan
\nLooked at Fred Rogers Institute statement — was the basis for all their work.
\nAlso used Littleelit as a resource.
\nUsed ALSC resources related to digital media.
\nSet goals — wanted to create a tech team or a digital librarian position.
\nWanted to have developmentally appropriate programs.
\nIdentified outcomes and evaluation.
\nResearched equipment — selected iPads because of selected access.
\nPurchased an iPad, headphones, big grips for little hands, screen wipes.
\nBegin with a purchase, but start small.<\/p>\n
Created App Selection Guidelines
\nProfessional reviews
\nRecommendations\/reputable sites
\nCost & value
\nUse & accessibility<\/p>\n
Approved App: Daisy the Dinosaur
\nReviewed by SLJ. No ads. Free. User friendly. Easily integrated into existing programs. (Robotics program)
\nIt’s a coding app.
\nClean interface. Simple coding.<\/p>\n
Unapproved App: Reading Rainbow
\nPeer recommendation. No ads. Fee-based beyond initial free download. User friendly. Easily integrated into existing programs. Ongoing pretty heavily fee-based.<\/p>\n
Integrating technology: Programming
\nCreated formal lesson plans for each program as they were starting out.
\nVery intentional about the use of iPads in the program.
\nHave used them in Early Literacy storytimes to many other programs.
\nUse them a lot during outreach.
\nAfter the program, check if the learning goals were met.<\/p>\n
Program Exploration: Felt Board
\nUse in any way you’d use a physical felt board. You don’t have to cut out each piece.
\nAlso works well for a storytelling app.
\nAlways tells parents it’s not the app that helps the child learn, but the interaction with the parent that helps the child learn.
\nAlways tell parents they need to be using apps with their child.<\/p>\n
Make a Scene Farmyard (Free)
\nGood for a farm storytime. No gimmick or game, just putting animals in the farm.
\nCan be used during the storytime or give to families afterward. Always emphasize to parents what early literacy skills apps help.<\/p>\n
Toca Robot Lab (school age)
\nSTEM Super Science Program
\nWith Pete’s Robot — ebook
\nHave used a Bee-bot — a basic, interactive robot
\nToca Robot Lab has a maze to send the robot through.<\/p>\n
Imagination Builders & Build and Play App
\nWorks on drag and drop skills.<\/p>\n
Gardening Thyme & Gro Garden App
\nExample: composting program and used Gro Garden app to explore how compost works.<\/p>\n
Homeschool Explorations program & Leaf Snap app
\nLeaf Snap identifies leaves for you, with lots of info.<\/p>\n
They’re trying to merge the creative with the analytical.<\/p>\n
Summer Reading program and Word Girl app
\nSummer Reading Extravaganza and Code Fest
\nHad a technology tent with tech for all ages.
\nHosted a CodeFest Jr. program
\nUsed LittleBits.<\/p>\n
Program Resource: Guided Access
\nKeeps the iPad locked on a single app.
\nIncreases focus. Controls features. Password controlled. Timer function.<\/p>\n
Program Evaluation
\nBased on evaluations, they did change some processes and accessories.
\nPhase 1: Did 470 programs reaching 10,597 children\/caregivers.<\/p>\n
Surveys throughout
\nChildren’s Specialists Feedback<\/p>\n
Planning for the future:
\nOngoing professional development
\nExpanding use of technology
\nSeeking additional funding<\/p>\n
Tips & Tricks:
\nStandardize passwords across all devices.
\nChoose iPad cases carefully.
\nGuided Access may be the key to your sanity.
\nChanged to Autobox cases. iPads are more durable than you’d think!
\nManaging devices takes longer than expected
\nNever underestimate the attraction of iPads for all ages.<\/p>\n
Their website is carnegielibrary.org\/kidstech<\/p>\n
Evaluating programs made it easier to get funding.
\nThey’re now using an app management system.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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