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Wednesday, September 14, 2011
A Child’s Nap Is More Complicated Than It Looks
A Child’s Nap Is More Complicated Than It Looks
By PERRI KLASS, M.D.
The New York Times
Published: September 12, 2011
Napping in children actually is a mix of individual biology, including neurologic and hormonal development, cultural expectations and family dynamics.
By PERRI KLASS, M.D.
The New York Times
Published: September 12, 2011
Napping in children actually is a mix of individual biology, including neurologic and hormonal development, cultural expectations and family dynamics.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Dutch Lawmakers Adopt Net Neutrality Law
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Roger Ebert's Journal - Does Anyone Want To Be Well Read?
Roger Ebert's Journal
"Why do I think reading is important? It is such an effective medium between mind and mind. We think largely in words. A medium made only of words doesn't impose the barrier of any other medium. It is naked and unprotected communication. That's how you get pregnant. May you always be so." (Roger Ebert)
"Why do I think reading is important? It is such an effective medium between mind and mind. We think largely in words. A medium made only of words doesn't impose the barrier of any other medium. It is naked and unprotected communication. That's how you get pregnant. May you always be so." (Roger Ebert)
Friday, April 8, 2011
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Honest Weights, Fair Dealings is closing down for a spell
My blog is going to sleep for a spell. Where I thought I might be using this blog as a tool for organizing information I find on the web or as a place to write reflections about my library internship, I've decided to put the blog to sleep for a while until I can devote regular chunks of time to writing blog posts.
One of the things I've learned is that it's harder to make weekly reflections about my internship than maybe just looking over the internship experience over a larger period of time. I hope this makes sense.
One of the things I've learned is that it's harder to make weekly reflections about my internship than maybe just looking over the internship experience over a larger period of time. I hope this makes sense.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
The blog as an organization tool
I've used a journal in the past to record quotes and make lists, to mention a few things. I've started to use this blog to do similar things like paste links to articles I think I might want to review again later. Mostly, I find myself using the blog to capture information I think might be handy for school or for my library career.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Forget What You Know About Good Study Habits
This article challenges the assumptions we have about study habits and how students learn.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Internship Reflection
I started an internship at a local public library last week and I'm glad library school provides the opportunity of an internship. I'm happy for the opportunity to gain direct work experience in a public library.
The day started with a tour of the library and training with the main library management system. The training on the library system went very well and I was ready to work the circulation desk with supervision. I enjoy training, both as the trainer and student. The training method used was one I call "Talk, Show, Do." The training started with talking about the library system and then a demonstration of the major features. Later, I was given time to work at the circulation desk in order to practice what I've learned. The experience was lovely. I'm looking forward to more time working at the circulation desk because I like working directly with customers.
The circulation desk is at the front of the library near the entrance to the library. The reference desk is further back in the library behind the public computer workstations. The tasks at the circulation desk include checking in and checking out materials for customers. As well, print jobs from the public computers are managed at the circulation desk too. I had an opportunity to help two people with their computer tasks and I felt pretty good that I was able to provide the help they needed. One customer needed help with the computer desktop in order to view some of the windows that were giving her trouble. I showed her how to adjust the zoom and minimize the text size so that the information she wanted to read fit the screen. Another customer needed help printing a photo in the middle of a window that was being cut off because the print area was too small. I realize I know more about computers than I think I know.
I believe first impressions are important. I'm open minded enough to know that it isn't the only thing, but I was very happy to have a great first impression of my workmates, the library, and the community. My workmates were very helpful and made me feel welcome. I also felt great helping the customers that evening. Working in a community gem like a library is a thrill.
The day started with a tour of the library and training with the main library management system. The training on the library system went very well and I was ready to work the circulation desk with supervision. I enjoy training, both as the trainer and student. The training method used was one I call "Talk, Show, Do." The training started with talking about the library system and then a demonstration of the major features. Later, I was given time to work at the circulation desk in order to practice what I've learned. The experience was lovely. I'm looking forward to more time working at the circulation desk because I like working directly with customers.
The circulation desk is at the front of the library near the entrance to the library. The reference desk is further back in the library behind the public computer workstations. The tasks at the circulation desk include checking in and checking out materials for customers. As well, print jobs from the public computers are managed at the circulation desk too. I had an opportunity to help two people with their computer tasks and I felt pretty good that I was able to provide the help they needed. One customer needed help with the computer desktop in order to view some of the windows that were giving her trouble. I showed her how to adjust the zoom and minimize the text size so that the information she wanted to read fit the screen. Another customer needed help printing a photo in the middle of a window that was being cut off because the print area was too small. I realize I know more about computers than I think I know.
I believe first impressions are important. I'm open minded enough to know that it isn't the only thing, but I was very happy to have a great first impression of my workmates, the library, and the community. My workmates were very helpful and made me feel welcome. I also felt great helping the customers that evening. Working in a community gem like a library is a thrill.
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