1. Cyber Book Clubs Erica Trowbridge Oakridge Public Schools http://oakridgelmc.wikispaces.com/Book+Club

2. Objectives… Promote a love of reading Inspire students to read for pleasure Teach digital citizenship Encourage students to think critically about literature & practice reading strategies Build relationships with students Create a “hub of student activity” within the library

3. Why online? Takes the book conversation outside of the library. Makes it easy to include parents & teachers too. Helps improve retention, understanding, & application. Teaches value of respectful & supportive dialog.

4. What is Collaborize Classroom? A free, collaborative education platform that is password protected Highly focused on discussion – Structured conversations – Engages students long term

5. Why Collaborize Classroom? Multiple question types – Yes/no – Multiple choice – Vote/suggest – Forum Real results Publishable participation reports Ease of use for both facilitator & participants

6. Book Club Strategies Read no more than one title a month Include students in book selection Use icebreakers to build relationships & help comfort with online discussions Group students by age level Post discussion questions weekly Organize face-to-face events to compliment online discussions

7. Cyber Etiquette Be open-minded Use names Compliment strong points Responsible & supportive communication Ask questions Critique content, don’t criticize

8. Bring Conversations into the Physical Library… Meet at the end of each month (or book) to discuss the book face-to-face Plan a fun activity related to the book Do a community service project inspired by the book Skype with the author Movie night Create book trailers Etc.

9. Getting Started… Advertise Ask questions Survey Set up website Sign students up

10. Advertise

12. Sign Students Up!

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