In another episode recorded at Opa! in South Austin, Mauser, Hauser, and McElroy discuss the wonders of spinach pie in addition to books and
Mauser starts the reviews segment with the book Wednesday Comics, which begins discussion of the history of Wednesday comics and American style and Manga comics.
Hauser reviews Jumping Off Swings, a book for young adults that depicts the consequences of an unplanned pregnancy, told from multiple perspectives.
McElroy wraps up the books segment with Seasons, a French publication that is useful for teaching visual literacy, vocabulary, and themes, in addition to seasons.
In the technology segment we discuss our favorite screen capture tools. Whether you are taking pictures of your screen, or creating a demonstration video, these tools are easy to use and free.
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Comics, Trilogies, and QR codes
In this episode recorded at Thunderbird Coffee in East Austin, Hauser, Mauser, and McElroy discuss comics for all grade levels and the publishing trend of YA series.
McElroy shares Little Lit, a large comic collection, which sparks discussion of having a "coffee table book" area in the library.
Mauser expands on the comic discussion by sharing Making Comics. The ensuing discussion includes using free online comic generators, and understanding how to craft a story in comic form.
Hauser reviews the Wolves of Mercy Falls trilogy, leading to a discussion of why we all appreciate the trilogy instead of a longer series.
In the technology segment, we discuss different ways to use QR codes in the school library, including concerns about cell phone policies, and target audience at the elementary level.
Recorded on a busy Saturday morning, the background noise of an active coffee shop gives the listener a sense of being there.
McElroy shares Little Lit, a large comic collection, which sparks discussion of having a "coffee table book" area in the library.
Mauser expands on the comic discussion by sharing Making Comics. The ensuing discussion includes using free online comic generators, and understanding how to craft a story in comic form.
Hauser reviews the Wolves of Mercy Falls trilogy, leading to a discussion of why we all appreciate the trilogy instead of a longer series.
In the technology segment, we discuss different ways to use QR codes in the school library, including concerns about cell phone policies, and target audience at the elementary level.
Recorded on a busy Saturday morning, the background noise of an active coffee shop gives the listener a sense of being there.
Sunday, October 9, 2011
All technology
In this episode, Hauser, Mauser, and McElroy discuss technology and Mauser reviews a "tech" book, The Extreme Searcher's Internet Handbook: A Guide for the Serious Searcher by Randolph Hock. In addition to the print book, a wealth of online resources accompany the text.
In the technology segment, we discuss the different ways to use social media personally, professionally, and for your library.
In a true experience with technology fashion, the technology failed us and the last 5 minutes were lost during the upload, so it does seem to end abruptly.
In the technology segment, we discuss the different ways to use social media personally, professionally, and for your library.
In a true experience with technology fashion, the technology failed us and the last 5 minutes were lost during the upload, so it does seem to end abruptly.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Trauma, Mystery, and History
In this episode, the librarians review books by Lauren Myracle, Kevin Brooks, and Phyllis Reynolds Naylor.
In the technology segment, we discuss the Mid-Continent Public Library's website and vast resources for readers.
This episode was recorded at Opa! on South Lamar in Austin, TX.
In the technology segment, we discuss the Mid-Continent Public Library's website and vast resources for readers.
This episode was recorded at Opa! on South Lamar in Austin, TX.
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