Technology

Schools and libraries closed due to the COVID-19 outbreak may open Wi-Fi networks for use by the general public without jeopardizing E-rate funding.

As educators turn to remote programming and classroom management due to the COVID-19 outbreak and school closures, ed tech providers are offering free access. Here’s a list. 

A group of college, university, and public librarians released a statement outlining why they believe the extraordinary circumstances due to the COVID-19 pandemic meet qualifications for fair use within copyright law. 

Ishizuka has been innovating at SLJ  since 2004, serving most recently as Executive Editor. Concurrent with the EIC position, she assumes the role of Partnerships & Innovation Director for Library Journal and SLJ.

Educators emphasized the fun side of learning and reading.

The new initiative will provide free access to digital content and real-life STEM experiences to K-12 educators and students. 

This new product aims to help educators with a better approach to curriculum, classroom instruction, and collaborating with peers.

Migrant kids in foster care and secure holding facilities will get books thanks to a new grant from First Book, plus coming titles from Lois Lowry and Megan Rapinoe, and more news.

Ready to take the next step? K–12 librarians serving high-need communities are eligible for a partial-tuition scholarship toward attending a fall leadership course in Future Ready librarianship.