1. April 8, 2014 http://northeasthigh.org/library/s_t_e_m_resources

2. Index Cards Answer the following:

3. The school librarian (aka LMS) will be able to identify ways to incorporate STEM into his/her library.

5. Common Core links White House initiative Businesses & parents want it Where the jobs – present & future are at It’s cool to be a nerd.

6. Brainstorm ways you think STEM can be incorporated into the school library.

7. Collection Development Physical Space & Equipment Your Knowledge Collaboration Your Role - Things You Can Be Doing

8. STEM dovetails with the direction we’re taking libraries –learning commons –flexible spaces –increased use of digital resources –use of technology to access info and create products to demonstrate learning

9. Collection Development Tech books – computer programming Science & Engineering - 000s, 500s, 600s Nonfiction ebooks on all these topics Science fiction Career info on STEM jobs Colleges info - STEM majors, etc. Professional Collection: STEM & Project based learning Curate an ongoing list of STEM web sites

10. Physical Space Arrange library for more flexible space for creative activities Maker spaces - area for kids to be noisy and messy –Typical - poster or brochure making, toothpick building, etc. –Less typical – color and/or 3D printer, building stuff with tools

11. computers/laptops GPS units mobile devices – iPads, ipods? Livescribe pens photo equipment including cameras, green screens, lights flash drives others?

12. 21 st century media production techniques Resources with STEM topics PBL – project based learning Digital storytelling Web 2.0 resources

13. Willingness to collaborate & plan with STEM teachers Join the STEM team at middle schools or at a STEM HS if appropriate

14. Collection Development - emphasize STEM resources STEM book talks – fiction & nonfiction Suggestion Box - Ask for student and staff recommendations for STEM Resources Highlight what resources you do have

15. Keep up with technology in education. Be the Ecoach or techie person –Librarians have generally been first adopters of tech. Be knowledgeable on the latest in media production - digital story telling/ web2.0 resources Host STEM folks in conjunction with guidance or science teachers

16. Your role incorporates access to all resources that match the curriculum. www.northeasthigh.org -library -STEM Resources http://northeasthigh.org/library/s_t_e_m_resources