#TXLchat Archive
The #TXLchat provides a forum for Texas librarians (but not limited to Texas librarians) to create collaborative connections, share educational resources, and foster life-long learning.
Tuesday October 4, 2016
Welcome to tonite discussing Advancing Our Profession Through Book Study w/special guest Wh… https://t.co/4AWOl89blw
Richelle, Lib Coord from Garland ISD. Honored to represent tonight!
Sonja, HS librarian from Nacogdoches here for
I know there's an impt debate tonight. We appreciate your being here to chat tonight. If you get distracted, archives to be posted
Rachel Kammerer, Stephenville HS
Kelsey Ray, librarian at Bradfield Elem.
Linsey Taylor PK-5th librarian. Love me PD books!
Joni Harris, librarian at Hilside Academy in Garland, happy to be here!
Sue Fitzgerald from Justin, Texas.
Here to learn about an area I want to know more about. Bring it on!
Ro, elementary school librarian, from Mesquite, TX! Book studies!!!! WOohoo!
Most American's don't know who is running for USA VP? Seriously? Shameful.
Michelle from in White Oak!
Q1: What are the benefits of participating in a book study with other librarians?
A1: Collaboration, networking, insight, and obtaining knowledge.
A1 Connection opportunities; Book study via slow chat allows choice - you can participate or lurk. Either way, you're learning.
A1 I have only led and participated in district book studies, but the fellowship was tremendous!
Amanda, elementary librarian in Humble!
A1: when you're the only librarian on campus it is beneficial to collaborate with other librarians
A1 More focused discussions that apply to our role, the students and teachers we serve, more empathy & understanding.
A1 Focusing on the same topic to build strength in collective knowledge.
A1: Librarians are unique. You can share ideas/get ideas, get new perspectives, and grow you PLN.
You definitely get to discover the hidden talents of others! https://t.co/uwsZrgN9BC
A1 I have only led and participated in district book studies, but the fellowship was tremendous!
A1: Someone always sees/catches something that I never noticed, so I always appreciate the extra insights!
A1-accountability & collaboration
A2 sharing ideas, open discussions, collaboration. So many reasons!
Austin HS Library checking in
No 2 people read the same book the same way!
Q2: studied Classroom Habitudes via slow chat this summer. What elements are necessary for a successful book study?
👻 doesn't have to be scary when you collaborate!
Karyn, MS librarian from Katy joining a little late!
Just starting the conversation opens the door for collaboration an possibilities!
Just like for our kids: a safe environment to express ideas, thoughts, & personal connections :) Flexibility is key!
Q2 Persistence is necessary to maintain focus for the length of the book. :-)
Mindy Davenport, MS Librarian from Forney, TX.
Becky, Dist Lib COOR, Leander ISD joining in late!
So true! Often the multiple viewpoints and things others focus on make me rethink my learning. https://t.co/VLyti7s156
A1: Someone always sees/catches something that I never noticed, so I always appreciate the extra insights!
A2: must have a book that is interesting and applicable to job. You also need general guidelines and participation
A2 everyone must read the book, be open to new ideas, willing to try new things, willing to share their ideas & knowledge
A2-commitment to read the book & participate in the discussion
Great infographic, thanks for sharing!
A2: having an open mind to everyone's idea is essential.
A2: High interest content, participants eager to learn, organization, purpose.
A2 Commitment to the pace set. Trying to give feedback diversely so everyone feels accountable and heard. Purchasing the book!
A2 I have always wanted to try a book study where each person reads a different, but related book!
Q3: What titles have you used or would recommend for book studies?
A2-readers making connections & seeing how the connections can be applied in the library setting
This "growth mindset" is essential for us as educational leaders! Great point!
Agreed! If the book isn't applicable to your job and interesting, it isn't beneficial https://t.co/Wf6q6Jnktr
A2: must have a book that is interesting and applicable to job. You also need general guidelines and participation
A2 Willingness to be vulnerable in order to learn, feeeling safe to be candid in order to push self and others' thinking.
Can someone RT the questions? Thank you in advance! 😀
Competition does lead to a collaborative envrmnet. If we already have jobs why can't we stop outdoing each other & just get along?
I've done that w/ kids - they all had a similar theme & it was actually REALLY cool!
what a neat idea! & great way to add to your PD to read list
RT Q3: What titles have you used or would recommend for book studies?
Q3 Classroom Habitudes & Liberating Genius by
RT Q1: What are the benefits of participating in a book study with other librarians?
A3: I would recommend a book study on Worlds of Making and book studies that aren't just proffesional books.
A2: Providing the book is always helpful! Must be fresh and relevant. Not something that has been rehashed so many times!
A3: I would like to see a book study over collaboration in education
Count me in. I already have the book.
RT Q2: studied Classroom Habitudes via slow chat this summer What elements are necessary for a successful book study?
A3-haven't done group study, but Readicide is one title I recommend
OPENING MINDS by Peter Johnston https://t.co/W1Xvert4GR
RT Q3: What titles have you used or would recommend for book studies?
Right now I'm participating in Innovators' Mindset by we use Twitter, , blogging and YouTube to connect.
A3 How to Teach Like a Pirate , both of books, all of & books,
A3: Excellent Titles:Grit - Duckworth; Switch - Heath;Radical Change, Radical Results -Ludeman; Good to Great - Collins
A3-also Reading in the Wild by Donalyn Miller
Has anyone tried a periodical-based topic study? Wonder if this would covertly intro TexQuest possibilities?
I have this book! Let's start a book study :) https://t.co/e8bs8iqo1h
A3: I would recommend a book study on Worlds of Making and book studies that aren't just proffesional books.
I LOVE this idea! https://t.co/XXulT6OSCe
Has anyone tried a periodical-based topic study? Wonder if this would covertly intro TexQuest possibilities?
I wish I had known about INNOVATOR'S MINDSET, I would have loved to do it. Hope they do it again!
Also participating in a book study on Growth Mindset Coach which will be yearlong with my by
A3-We read Worlds of Making by Amplify: Digital Teaching & Learning by
I would like be to discuss KNOWLEDGE QUEST articles with other librarians
A3: another great book for educators is THE BOOK WHISPERER by Donalyn Miller
What a cool way to segue into further deepening knowledge!
Zach Crawford from Garrison ISD; we created a media specialist position and he works out of the library. Here for ideas to share
A3: Need to join a book study. Have been lurking on their chat some. I think we should BC maker book.
During the summer I participated in a book study w my on by and Amazing!
Q4: When you are involved in a schoolwide faculty book study, how can you advance our profession in the process?
I'm thinking we need to do a book study via slow chat! Pronto!
A3-We also read journal articles to deepen topic understanding
my district does a lib. PD book study every year for the past few years. we haven't done a virtual one--only IRL, but it is great!
my mind is blank. What was book we read two years ago???
A4 Campus book studies are a great way to show Ts and Admins that we are instructional leaders.
With my district I've participated in Finding Your Element and right now When Gifted Kids Dont Have All the Anwers
A4: Pay close attention to all comments and see how you can offer Library Services to meet recognized needs
A4 Share our unique perspective, offer to support staff with meeting the objectives in the book, volunteer to lead the discussion
A4 I think by the taking the lead and collaborating. Librarians need to step up into that leadership role!
I want to read that one too!
A4: give examples of how the library fits into the equation or makes the teacher life easier. Listen to needs/wants &work to help
A4 We did by I crafted answers from the library/librarian POV 2 expose faculty 2 our commitment, views&services.
A4-Look for natural intersections where libraries can support.
A4: By participating with the groups doing the book study, pulling reviews or related research, etc
A4: Offer support & resources before they even think to ask...anticipate the need!
A4: also facilitate by giving Twitter advice/tutorials and reccomend book titles for the study https://t.co/JilIvUMyHw
Q5: How can participating in book studies make us ?
A3: Guided Inquiry, A Curious Mind
A4: As a teacher who serves the whole school TL bring a different take on the learning. We can help other Ts see past their Ss.
A5-we continue to grow in our profession
A5: means you are responsible for your own learning & take advantage of learning opportunities.
A5: We need to continue to grow as educators and librarians--book studies are one way we can do that.
I agree, It is all about user choice. Learning, like reading, should be self directed
A4 keep informed on trends, issues
Q5 it pushes us out of our boxes & encourages us to do & b better
RT Q5: How can participating in book studies make us ?
A5: Book studies make us # futureready by creating blended learning opps & global connections. Sts can do virtual chats too
A4: And don't be shy about reaching out to authors. We're here to help you with young readers.
A5 You can advocate for any ways the library can support the learning.
A5 it pushes you to grab that book on ur TBR pile & get to it! I had for a while bc of the I got to it!
A5: continuing to grow professionally and collaborating with others can help us be
A5-As we read, pulling the ideas that facilitate libraries & TLs to evolve
A5: You can also use digital tools to answer book study Qs. are two examples.
A5 Power in new learning as a collaborative effort. Talking through civil discourse, being professional!
Don’t forget to follow all these Library in tonight’s !
A5: Book studies help us continue to think about what is next!
A5: Modeling to Ts and Ss the needed to continue to learn and grow. Add elements of connectivity thru online tools.
A5: It helps teachers see we are educators first who care about our professional dev.
If you almost missed chat tonight or need a reminder, sign up for a Remind. text to the number 81010
Best 30 minutes of my week!
Big thanks to sharing ideas from
I never regret participating in a ! Always so helpful, professional, and clarifying
A5-Books about learning spaces inspire ideas to create a space for Ss
Love the Librarians we have in this chat We are better together
Thanks Jan and Richelle for taking the lead tonight. I'm off to spend more money on Amazon & add to my prof dev library
I have to set an alarm in my calendar to remind me ever week :)
Thanks to & for the invite!
I enjoyed ready the chat tonight. Thanks y'all
Thanks for all the great book recommendations https://t.co/KC2uRZaetn
A5-Books about learning spaces inspire ideas to create a space for Ss
A5 and.....the very best!
