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kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #NJLibChat for librarians & media specialists! I will be moderating & our co-moderator tonight is Emily Gover @edtechjam

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hi all 👋 Happy to be here tonight for #NJLibChat!

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Tonight's #NJLibChat discusses creating a passion-driven career! Questions start in a few mins! Introduce yourself!

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hello #NJLibChat Jackie from CT in my 24th year teaching and 1st year as a librarian. Love this topic!

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Please answer the questions (Q1, Q2 ...) starting with A1, A2 ... and your response. End your answer with the #NJLibChat hashtag! :)

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Emily here. I work on the marketing team at Flocabulary! I work in Brooklyn and am a former academic/public librarian. ^_^ #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting Hi Jacquelyn! Thanks for joining us! #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

.@MsJWhiting Hi Jacquelyn! Thanks for joining us tonight #NJLibChat. Glad you could make it.

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@edtechjam How awesome are you! #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Before joining the Flocab team I also worked for the citation tool, EasyBib. I love libraries and ed tech a whole lot. :D #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

I am a Media Specialist in an NJ High School. I like to teach Prof Dev to teachers & I am a Google Certified Trainer #NJLibchat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Not nearly as awesome as most librarians tbh. :) #NJLibChat https://t.co/T9u2PSkDhD

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@edtechjam How awesome are you! #NJLibChat

AMitchell828 Sep 20 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi, Angie elementary media from NC! #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

I’m wondering if one of my favorite NJ librarians, @gottsled, has participated in #NJLibChat before? If not… she should.

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@AMitchell828 Heyyyyy Angie! You are our biggest fan! Always bring a smile to our faces! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@edtechjam @gottsled hope so, too! #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:05 PM EDT

.@AMitchell828 Hi Angie! Nice to “e-meet” you from the Twittersphere. Thanks for joining #NJLibChat tonight. :)

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@edtechjam I based tonight's questions on Emily's experience in creating a passion-driven career! :) #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: While at your first librarian job, did you follow the “play by the books” mentality? #NJLibchat https://t.co/4pTD4pc4E0

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: When I first started, I played by the rules & still do. Never step over someone OR throw them under the bus. Be kind. #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 I definitely did. Fresh out of library school, I was just grateful to have a job. Didn’t want to ruffle any feathers…yet. #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 That said, I had ideas that I wanted to share + projects to take on, but was too nervous to, as I was bottom of the totem pole #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@edtechjam sort of like the disruption that is encouraged in #blendedlearning in school districts! Embrace the new! #NJLibChat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: I am learning what the rules are now in my first year as a librarian. #NJlibchat Right now, advocacy is key

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting do you have a mentor? Or are you learning on your own OR through your PLN/PLC? #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:11 PM EDT

.@MsJWhiting Always so important. My friends @metadatachick and @RoseMLuna are 2 amazing advocate librarians to learn from! #NJLibChat

oonziela Sep 20 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hello #njlibchat! I'll keep it quick! @thereadingzone @KtBkr4 & many more NJ ELA edus are starting to plan #EdCampNerdyNJ for 2017!

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@edtechjam did you have a mentor? #NJLibChat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@edtechjam @metadatachick @RoseMLuna Thanks for the connections - I am now their followers! #njlibchat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:15 PM EDT

@edtechjam I need to learn my new school's culture before I know where my pedagogy fits #njlibchat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@kristawelz Yes. At Berry I had an amazingly supportive librarian manager and at my public library job a great director. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q2: What types of “hard” skills do you apply to your current job? (I.e research, outreach skills, etc) #NJLibchat https://t.co/j2KafEY3uP

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@kristawelz I think one reason I didn’t take risks despite the support was my newness in the entire field. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Always have the community in mind while working as a librarian. Outreach to local businesses as library incentives/rewards. #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 Like @MsJWhiting said, advocacy + outreach are crucial skills. I never “learned” it in library school, though. #NJLibChat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: scaffolding the research process across grade levels so S's develop increasing sophistication each yr I work with them #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@edtechjam @MsJWhiting I wish they would teach these types of things in library school. But, maybe they want us to experience it! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting what type of research projects have you done lately? I know it's early in school year, but any thoughts? #NJLibChat

JuleeMurphy Sep 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q2: Hard skills-Data management, resource resource curation, repurpose expert, advertising, time management, Queen of patience #NJLibchat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2 Research and outreach still play a role in my job now. Lib/info sci skills are undoubtedly transferable. #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Amen to that last one, Julee. #NJLibChat https://t.co/jIu3QYLbA9

JuleeMurphy Sep 20 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q2: Hard skills-Data management, resource resource curation, repurpose expert, advertising, time management, Queen of patience #NJLibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@JuleeMurphy HIIIII! thanks for joining us! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@JuleeMurphy PATIENCE is KEY! Wow! YES! #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2 I had to take a coding class (HTML/CSS/Javascript) as part of my MSIS, also valuable in my current position, too. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@MizCrozet hon, that's the way it is sometimes. Not everyone thinks & plays the way we do. #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2 And, as we speak about ~*~libraries of the future~*~ (which is now, btw), I feel MLS Ss should have those basic tech skills. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: What types of “soft” skills do you apply to your current job? (i.e. creativity skills, etc) #NJLibchat https://t.co/5utu8NUZz4

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@edtechjam YES! I had to take graphic and web design! I am GLAD it was required! I incorporate much of what i learned now! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@edtechjam what is your favorite web design tool to work with? #NJLibChat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2: finding, vetting, unpacking texts is important; librarians also can contribute to the S's creation process #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting does your school have Common Core? #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: I feel that librarians should be very creative and possess some type of graphic design skills to promote library services. #NJLibChat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: Empathy key to helping S's persist when research is hard, to develop research topics #NJLibChat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: no makerspace is complete without creativity! #NJLibChat

JuleeMurphy Sep 20 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Lately I have used Jing often to guide folks through "how to" steps but found out the how to helped me too. No hunting for files #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting developing research topics is pretty tricky. I might struggle when I need to come up with my dissertation topic. #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

.@kristawelz My preference is @canva, although I also use PhotoShop (when working with our creative team). #NJLibChat

JuleeMurphy Sep 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Research can get overwhelming for young students and for their teachers guiding them. @MsJWhiting #njlibchat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

This is the lifelong learning that keeps us relevant to our students! #NJLibChat https://t.co/YucjmSEe43

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting developing research topics is pretty tricky. I might struggle when I need to come up with my dissertation topic. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@JuleeMurphy Screenshots and screencasts! VERY important in #blendedlearning. This is why librarians are key in schools! #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

.@kristawelz I agree graphic design would be helpful. I have picked up a little from colleagues but know I can improve! #NJLibChat

HSNMediaCenter Sep 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Hi #NJLibchat jumping in a little late! Thanks for hosting @kristawelz @edtechjam

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@HSNMediaCenter HEYYYYYYYYY thanks for joining! #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@HSNMediaCenter @kristawelz Hi Lauren! Thanks for joining us tonight. Great to have you here. We’re currently on Q3. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

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edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@HSNMediaCenter Here’s the Q, in case you need it! #NJLibChat https://t.co/RCOdjllRbZ

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3: What types of “soft” skills do you apply to your current job? (i.e. creativity skills, etc) #NJLibchat https://t.co/5utu8NUZz4

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@edtechjam thanks Emily! #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting interesting choice of words! #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Q3 Patience, time management for sure, and flexibility with ever-changing work environments. Also ~*~interpersonal skills~*~ #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A3 …Many of those skills I learned from my work in both startups and libraries… :) #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@edtechjam nicely said! #NJLibChat

HSNMediaCenter Sep 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Q3: same soft skills I hope students develop in our space: collaboration, growth mindset, leadership #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q4: Question 4 is stated below in the image. #NJLibchat https://t.co/RCK8KwbdIW

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: It's good to offer detailed instructions, listening skills, creativity, tech-saviness, graphic design, compassion & heart. :) #NJLibChat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4: B4 becoming a librarian, I was a HS social studies teacher for 23 years; did lots of work in tech integration: all good prep #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4 The ability to “think” like an educator, write well, manage WordPress sites like a boss, and empathize with our users #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting WOW! Amazing! You've been in education a long time! Congrats! #NJLibChat And now a librarian! Fantastic!

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4 Also, you’d be surprised at how useful it is to understand memes and gifs and appropriate emoji use in edtech marketing. 🙊 #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting Sounds like your school is lucky to have someone with so much experience passion for edtech and libraries. 👏👏👏 #NJLibChat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@kristawelz Evolving my certification to keep pace with my strengths and my interests as my career progresses #NJLibChat

JuleeMurphy Sep 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@kristawelz What are your best graphic design tools? No cost/free type #njlibchat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@JuleeMurphy @kristawelz Canva for sure! Picmonkey also good but not as powerful. Pixlr also a good option. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@edtechjam YES! And you are doing a GREAT job in marketing! You might not think we all notice! But we DO! @Flocabulary #NJLibChat

HSNMediaCenter Sep 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q4: Our diverse skills help us empower our Ss to pursue their passions so we help them discover and cultivate new skills #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@kristawelz @Flocabulary So kind of you to say, thank you. I feel very lucky to work there and, in turn, with educators. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@JuleeMurphy Canva and Pixlr. Iphone apps are just as good. AdobeSpark is amazing #NJLibChat

JuleeMurphy Sep 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Pixlr? @edtechjam @kristawelz #njlibchat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@kristawelz @JuleeMurphy S's can do amazing work with @canva CT's S data privacy law is hampering our use of some sites #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Q5: What type of prior experience from other jobs have helped you in your current job/career? #NJLibchat https://t.co/eL7PeIIZVD

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: Having prior experience working in a public library helped me become the librarian I am. Start at bottom. Work yourself up. #NJLibChat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: Remembering grading loads, assessment data pressure from teaching days is key to working with Ts in my new role #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@JuleeMurphy yes, it is good for editing and cropping on the go #njlibchat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5 My experience in libraries and education definitely gave me a unique edge with working in ed tech when I started. #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A5 My current employer hires many former educators across departments, which, IMO, is a good sign of where their priorities are. #NJLibChat

THLibrariZen Sep 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Noooo! I forgot about being in a different time zone! I've missed most of #NJLibChat! So bummed!

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@edtechjam I have been told I was hired for my track record as an educator; my mentor will help me develop my librarian skills #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting as new librarians and those who were former teachers, yes, u have to remember what it was like. Try to help them. ❤️ #njlibchat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen We still have one question left! It’s not too late. ^_^ #NJLibChat

HSNMediaCenter Sep 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Q5: Classroom L.A. teacher for 7 yrs. I can't imagine a career where I'm not learning with students. #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen yeah, we get a lot of that. I demand the earth rotate back one hour for @THLibrariZen #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@HSNMediaCenter U taking part of a PLN right here, right now proves to everyone that YOU are dedicated & will never stop learning #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Q6: Question #6 is stated below in the image. #NJLibchat https://t.co/b1FSyXmmLu

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A6 Explore all venues, network, make friends,trust in yourself, never underestimate the power of a good cover letter. :) #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@edtechjam AND never underestimate the power of YOURSELF #njlibchat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@kristawelz Definitely ties in with the second to late idea, too! #NJLibChat

MsJWhiting Sep 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A6: Give yourself permission to explore; don't dismiss something you haven't experienced; life is long and careers can change! #NJLibChat

THLibrariZen Sep 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: Find what you enjoy, but always find joy in what you do! Because I teach littles, it's about empowering them to explore & try #NJLibChat

edtechjam Sep 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen And that mindset should be nurtured and encouraged all throughout their academic career, too. ^_^ #NJLibChat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@MsJWhiting you should read "who stole my cheese". Important to remember: be a mouse. Always keep scurrying! 🐭 #njlibchat

kristawelz - Moderator Sep 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@THLibrariZen this should be your motto 🌈 #njlibchat