Many responses were given and I am embarrassed to say that
it has already been archived in January--I guess it wasn't
an issue for me then. :-) Here is a link to the archive:
http://www.eduref.org/plweb-cgi/fastweb?getdoc+listservs+LM_NET+369337+0+wAAA+kindles
Below are the recent responses and there is quite a wide
range of them-starting at someone heard from Amazon that
this is not allowed to one school which already is doing
this and has a fabulous policy already in place.
Just my 2 cents -- If you have 20 books on a Kindle (or
Nook, etc.), as soon as 1 person checks out the Kindle,
none of the books are available to anyone until the Kindle
is returned. (Can you tell I'm not jumping on the Kindle
in libraries bandwagon?)
Looking forward to the hit. I am thinking about it - but
have no money to back up my thinking =)
Last month I asked a similar question about kindles in
school libraries, and many people were wary about
checking them out. But a few said they did. I posted my
hit on Jan 19, if you want to go into the archives and see
the responses. If you don't get any replies and you want
the names of those who said they circulate them, let me
know and I can look at the replies I got.
I hope you'll post a HIT. Our regional librarian's
conference wants to discuss this kind of ??? at our next
meeting 2-27-10. At this HS library, not even videos are
checked out. Personally, I prefer a more liberal approach,
but I'm outvoted.
I also just received a Kindle, and searched for answers to
the Kindle problem. In the LM_NET archives, I found lots
of info on how colleges are using and circulating Kindles,
but not much about lower grades. Kathy Schrock's blog
talks about her use of Kindles in a high school setting.
One problem that we discovered by accident is that once
the Kindle is linked to an account, books can be INSTANTLY
added to the Kindle, and no password is required! We saw
that as a huge problem, but one that we conquered by
simply unregistering the Kindle. All of the content
remained on the unit, but no additional info could be
downloaded until it was registered again. We only have
one Kindle and so far have only used it with staff
members.
“Amazon says you cannot do this at this time.
At least that is my understanding. Kindles are for
personal use only.” ????
Kindle Borrowing Guide
Kindle Borrowing Form
The Amazon Kindle DX is a wireless reading device which
may be used to read books, newspapers, magazines and
blogs. The Kindle is 10.4 inches x 7.2 inches and weighs a
little more than a pound. Books and other reading material
are downloaded from Amazon.com and can be read for up to
four days when wireless service is turned on and for up to
two weeks if wireless is off. The Kindle can be fully
recharged in four hours. The Kindle DX has six adjustable
font sizes for your reading preference and the Kindle can
even read to you. The New Oxford American Dictionary is
built-in so you can seamlessly look up the definitions of
words without interrupting your reading. The Kindle also
includes free-access to Wikipedia.org. More than 60,000
audio titles are available to download as well.
Kindle Student Borrowing FAQ
Who is eligible to borrow a Kindle from the Library?
Currently enrolled Diman students whose McHenry Library
accounts are in good standing may borrow a Kindle.
Where can I go to check out a Kindle?
See the Librarian at the Library Circulation Desk.
What do I need to borrow a Kindle?
You will need your Diman ID number, you must complete and
sign the “Kindle Borrowing Form,” and you must have a
parent or guardian sign the form as well.
How long may I use the Kindle?
The Kindle may be checked out for one week. (We have a
limited number of Kindles available)
What responsibility do I have for a Kindle?
Kindles that are borrowed are treated just like any other
school owned material – you bear the responsibility if it
is damaged, lost, or stolen.
What happens if the Kindle is stolen or damaged while I
have it signed out?
Immediately report any loss or damage to the Librarian.
You could be charged up to the full replacement cost if a
Kindle charged out to you is lost or damaged ($523.99).
What may I read on the Kindle?
Books and audio titles must be downloaded before the
Kindle is borrowed – please request the Kindle before you
actually need it and ask the librarian to obtain the book
you are interested in. When you bring the completed and
signed “Kindle Borrowing Form” back to the library the
Kindle will be ready for you.
From Robert at Wm. M McHenry Memorial Libarary--(from
Connie--you sound like you have an amazing library!)
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Connie Spurlock
Media Specialist/ Internet Coordinator
Harrison High School
Harrison, OH 45030
connie.spurlock@southwestschools.org
(513) 367-4169
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