Thing 15

Wow! Whatever happened to the Dewey Decimal system and card catalogues? I think this new aproach to libraries using this for research, etc. is awesome if the libraries are equipped. First of all, I dont' think teachers are prepared to use this. That may be one our biggest issues: students are ready for this technology but teachers don't feel comfortable using it (and many have no interest.) Another issue holding us back is our actual computer labs. Going to the computer lab with 21 first graders is usually one of the most stessful hours of my week. Computers don't have the same programs, they freeze, the students hit something and lose all work, etc. It completely makes my blood pressure rise. Woah- sorry. Didn't mean to get off on a rant. I think library 2.0 will really help students!