Re: GEN: Computers in school libraries

[Marsha Sallee <ca_sallee@lgca.org>]

Carol, I work in an elementary school and have 36 computers with
internet access. The students use these for catalog access, research,
classroom assignments, electronic resources, multimedia presentations,
software training, intervention, large group instruction, etc.

For research, the kids are guided to use the best resource for the job.
Since they are in library in 35 minute sessions, it doesn't allow for
wandering around without a plan of attack.  So, for us, pre-search is a
big part.  As far as CD vs. internet.  It really depends on the student
and the source.  We have some Amish students that are not allowed on the
internet, so they love CD's. Others prefer to connect with an authority
via the internet.

Love the job?  Sure!  Why else would I teach 40 classes a week, have a
35 minute a day planning period, be a building tech coordinator, and the
school webmaster?     Marsha

Marsha Sallee
A.J. Jordak Elementary
Middlefield, OH  44062
ca_sallee@lgca.org
http://www.cardinal.k12.oh.us/jordak/jordaklib.htm
Carol Fisher wrote:
>
> Hello all,
> I am an MLS student at East Carolina Univ. and I was wondering if you could
> help me.
>
> I am interested in knowing if the students at your schools have access to
> computers through the library.   If so, do they use them (over books) to do
> research--CD rom encylcopedias, internet searches, etc?  What CD Roms do they
> seem to favor?
>
> Those schools that don't have computers available to their students, is it a
> money issue?  Or an administrative issue?  I'm thinking high schools would be
> the most obvious place where students could use the computers themselves, but
> how about Jr. High?
>
> And if you have a moment...i've been reading these posts for weeks now and
> all of you seem to LOVE your jobs, is that true or is it wishful thinking?
>
> Thanks so much
> Carol Fisher
> MLS student (via internet)
> East Carolina University
> Greenville, NC
> (but I live in VA)
> CebleFish@aol.com
>
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