IASL 2009 Annual Conference

Abano Terme (Padua), Italy, 2 - 4 September 2009

38th Annual Conference incorporating the 13th International Forum on Research in School Librarianship

Workshops - August 31, 2009 - 9.00 am to 1.00 pm

Guided Inquiry: Strategies for Teaching the 21st Century Learner

Presenter: Dr. Carol C. Kuhlthau.

Description: School libraries are vital learning centers in information age schools and school librarians are primary agents for reforming schools for 21st century learners. This half day workshop introduces Guided Inquiry to meet the challenges of the 21st century learner in the rapidly changing information environment. Participants learn the principles, objectives and components of Guided Inquiry; strategies to get started and sustain change in their schools; and develop a plan for implementing Guided Inquiry by building on what is already in place. School librarians are major players in the Guided Inquiry team that creates a dynamic, meaningful learning environment for all students in 21st century schools.

Objectives:
To learn the principles, objectives and components of Guided Inquiry
To plan for implementing Guided Inquiry in my school based on what is already in place
To understand strategies for getting started and sustaining change

Schedule:
9:00 – Gathering, introductions
9:15 – 9:30 - Introduction to theme and goals for the day
9:30 – 10:00 – Lecture I - Guided Inquiry – What is it? What’s new? Why now?
10:00 – 10:30 – Group work session I – Guided Inquiry in my school
10:30 – 10:45 – Reflection
10:45 – 11:00 – Break and refreshments
11:00 - 11:45 – Lecture II – Building the team; Resources for learning;
Assessing inquiry learning;
11:45 – 12:15 – Group work session II – Guided Inquiry in my school
12:15 – 12:30 – Reflection
12:30 – 1:00 – Guided Inquiry – Getting Started and Sustaining Change

Reference:
Kuhlthau, Carol, C., Leslie K. Maniotes and Ann K. Caspari. Guided Inquiry: Learning in the 21st Century. Libraries Unlimited, 2007.

Guided Inquiry Meets Web 2.0 (2 pm - 6 pm)

Presenter: Dr Ross J. Todd

This workshop builds on the morning's workshop and will explore the complex dynamics of engaging Web 2.0 initiatives within Guided Inquiry initiatives, and how diverse applications of Web 2.0 technologies and tools can support the collaborative learning experience.

Workshop participants will gain:
a. An understanding of current research in relation to integrating Web 2.0 into teaching and learning
b. Understand the diverse applications of Web 2.0 technologies and tools for supporting Guided Inquiry
c. Develop pedagogical skills of facilitating students' creation and production of ideas through Web 2.0
d. Strategies for engaging the school community in Guided Inquiry initiatives

Workshop 2 - Crea(c)tivity@your school library (code: CR) CR a (9-13): Sabine Maehne (Lesart Zentrum, Berlin, Germany) 25 participants max.
CR b (14-16: 1st group / 16-18: 2nd group): Roberto Pittarello (artist, Italy): Book Construction according to Munari's method. 30 participants max.

Workshop registration fees
[Workshop registration form -- check this link]

1 workshop (morning OR afternoon, including coffee break, materials and certificate of attendance):

IASL Conference Attendees
IASL members:
        € 15.00 Zone C Countries
        € 20.00 Zone B Countries
        € 30.00 Zone A Countries

NON IASL members: € 55.00

2 workshops (morning AND afternoon, including lunch, coffee breaks, materials and certificate of attendance)

IASL Conference Attendees
IASL members:
        € 35.00 Zone C Countries
        € 45.00 Zone B Countries
        € 65.00 Zone A Countries

NON IASL members: € 120. 00

Last updated 27 June 2009 (KSB)