Information & Media Literacy
Unlock the Potential of Library, Information, and Media Literacy: A Guide to Collaboration and Utilizing Our Tools and Resources to Enhance Engagement and Student Learning.
Library & J.C. Cowart Media Commons Menu
We offer...
Reading
Book talks and 'speed dating' sessions to foster a school-wide reading culture and inspire students to become independent, lifelong readers
Research & Resource Evaluation
Expanded instruction on using library databases, evaluating web resources, Google power searching, and providing curated digital resources through our LibGuides platform
EBooks
Access the library’s eBooks and audiobooks for personal, classroom, and professional development use
Copyright in the Digital Age
Instruction on copyright laws, ethical use of intellectual property for personal and school projects, and guidance on finding copyright-free media
Bibliographic Instruction
Incorporate Noodle Tools Bibliographic Citation program into your students' projects for an all-in-one collaborative suite that includes digital notecards, outlines, annotated bibliographies, footnotes, and integration with Google Docs
Media Literacy & Evaluating Information
Lessons on critically evaluating information, identifying fake news and media bias, and finding authoritative news sources within our subscription services
Flexibly Scheduled Spaces
Reserve the Media Commons, Recording Studio, or Poetry (Green) Room for an alternative learning space or to access its resources
Video & Podcasting Opportunities
Want to showcase creativity and skills? We provide instruction and support with a green screen, recording studio, filming equipment, and multimedia software. These tools can also be integrated into lessons
Button Press
The button press offers students a hands-on way to develop design skills while creating a personalized item for self-expression
3D Printing
Instruction on design and production using 3D printers, allowing students to bring their ideas to life
Electric Cutting Machine
Cricut Maker 3 cutting machines can cut a variety of materials up to 2.4mm thick, including vinyl, heat transfer vinyl, and wood
Sublimation
Design and print vibrant, high-quality images using the Epson F570 Sublimation Printer
Research & Literacy – Support & Tools
- LibGuides – Research guides & curated resources
- NoodleTools – Bibliography generator & research organizer
- Databases – JSTOR, Gale, EBSCO, ProQuest, Infobase, NewsBank
- Newspapers – ProQuest, NewsBank, Library of Congress, NYT, WSJ, Chicago Tribune, Financial Times
- e-Books & e-Magazines – EBSCO, SORA
- Streaming Videos – Kanopy, SWANK (documentaries & films)
- Print & Digital Collections – Books, archives, & foreign-language newspapers
- Digital Newspapers & Magazines – in Spanish, French, Mandarin
Please reach out if any of these menu items interest you. We look forward to collaborating with you!
Rita MacAyeal
Director of Library & Archivist
Ashley Kolovitz
Information & Media Literacy Librarian