Research lessons

[Allyson Cogan <a.cogan@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>]

Hello to LM_NET list members,

I have been lurking on the list, making one or two comments, since May.
This list is wonderful!  I did obtain a mentor through the kindness of Diane
Polizar, and am sending this  request to my mentor as well.

I start on Tuesday as a new Educational Media Specialist at a Middle School,
grades 6, 7, and 8.  I worked last year as a teacher in the library in an
Elementary School, grades 3, 4, and 5, where they could find no LMS.  I
started courses to obtain the LMS certification, but due to a temporary
contract could not be requested back until after a search for a LMS.  I was
hired in June for the position at this Middle School (in a different state);
the Elementary School did find a LMS for this year.  I am continuing the
courses for EMS certification; I start class in a new state and school on
Sept. 5.

For the past for 3 years there has been no EMS in the school where I will be
working.  They have had a library aide doing the administrative duties,
assisting students coming from study halls, and assisting teachers bringing
classes to use the library for research.  The principal feels things have
been going wonderfully with the aide in the library, but has made me feel
very welcome.  He suggests, strongly, that I make no changes in the system
until next school year.  I will proceed slowly, and cautiously.  The aide
said to me on Wednesday, "Well, at least you won't have to teach!"  I asked
for a plan book and was told I did not need one; however I politely
requested and was given one to schedule the classes that will come to the
library.

While in the school on Friday I met one of the 8th grade English teachers
and told her I would like to cooperate with any lessons she might be
planning.  She seemed very interested and asked, "How are you at teaching
research skills?"  I want to use this opportunity to make a good impression
when I discuss teaching research skills to her classes.   Since I have never
worked in a Middle School (always in K-5), I would appreciate any
suggestions you may have for the middle grades.  I have looked in the
archives this weekend, but would appreciate any suggestions you may have.  I
will post a HIT if there is interest.


TIA
Allyson, who is eagerly anticipating the start of school on Tuesday

Allyson F. Cogan
Education Media Specialist
Pennsville Middle School Grades 6, 7 and 8
Pennsville Public School District
Pennsville, N J

a.cogan@worldnet.att.net

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