The Alberta Teachers’ Association

In keeping with this issue’s theme, we are highlighting some of the recent library additions that are focused on technology trends and preparing for a new future.

If you would like to borrow any of these titles or something on another topic, please remember that our library pays for shipping both ways so there is never any cost for using our collection.

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BOOKS

Adolescents’ New Literacies with and through Mobile Phones
Warner, J. 2017. New York, NY: Peter Lang Publishing (808.0420712 W282)
Literacy practices for teens have changed radically with the spread of mobile phones. Never before have teenagers been so focused on literacy practices—connected to their smartphones day and night, they have written more text than any other generation of teenagers before them. Author Julie Warner examines how teens are composing text and images on social media and then considers what this means for the future of formal literacy instruction and practice.

Ask More: The Power of Questions to Open Doors, Uncover Solutions, and Spark Change
Senso, F. 2017. New York, NY: Amacom (650.1 S493)
Drawing on many real-life examples, author Frank Senso shows that asking good questions is a skill that leads to great success in many occupations. He presents ideas for learning how to question in a methodical way that can stimulate conversation and breakthroughs.

Code Breaker: Increase Creativity, Remix Assessment, and Develop a Class of Coder Ninjas!
Aspinall, B. 2017. San Diego, CA: Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc. (004.083 A841)
To be ready for their futures, students need to develop their skills in creativity, collaboration, problem solving, critical thinking, and communicating. Using real-life examples, Brian Aspinall demonstrates how to encourage students to develop these skills while having students solve coding challenges.

Computers and the Future of Skill Demand
OECD. 2017. Paris, FR: OECD Publishing (370.1 O28 2017)
Most employees in OECD countries use literacy, numeracy and problem solving with computers every day. OECD researchers tested the skill levels of workers against that of artificial intelligence. Disturbingly, the research shows that artificial intelligence replicates these skills at the proficiency level of most adults in the workforce, and only 13 per cent of workers use these skills at a level that is clearly higher than a computer’s level.

Cultivating Communication in the Classroom: Future-Ready Skills for Secondary Students
Johnson, L. 2017. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press (302.23 J67)
One of the most important skills that students will need to meet the future is communication skills. To succeed in post-secondary education and in the workplace, high school students now need to learn communication skills in any medium. Author Lisa Johnson brings together advice from industry professionals and expert educators in this engaging and useful book.

Empower: What Happens When Students Own Their Learning?
Spencer, J. and A. J. Juliani. 2017. San Diego, CA: Impress (371.102 S745)
The unintended consequence of education is often the destruction of creativity through pressure to conform. By high school, many students are playing the game of school—being compliant to ensure success rather than taking risks and standing out. The authors argue that the role of educators is not to prepare students for a known future, but to help students prepare for anything their future might hold. An intriguing read for everyone involved in education today.

Even On Your Worst Day, You Can Be a Student’s Best Hope
Scott, M. 2017. Alexandria, VA: ASCD (370.154 S428)
There is so much pressure on educators every day to reach, support and motivate every student. The task can be overwhelming. Having experienced a difficult childhood himself and having spoken to many children currently growing up in similar circumstances, author Manny Scott points out that even on your worst day as a teacher, you are still helping students onto a path towards a more positive future.

Future Driven: Will Your Students Thrive in an Unpredictable World?
Geurin, D. 2017. Bolivar, MO: Author (371.102 G395)
Two decades ago, we thought that the education system understood how it needed to change for 21st century learning. Now as we complete the second decade of this century, the only thing about the future that is predictable is that change will be constant and the pace of change will accelerate. Author David Geurin discusses ways that teachers can better engage students in their learning and develop their adaptability.

The Future of the Professions: How Technology Will Transform the Work of Human Experts
Susskind, R. E. and D. Susskind. 2015. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press (650.1 S964)
Looking into the future, authors Richard and Daniel Susskind see that improving artificial intelligence will surpass the expertise of doctors, lawyers, tax advisors, architects and even teachers. They predict an impending decline in the human role in these professions but believe that human work will shift to other roles such as para-professionals, craftspeople, process analysts, system engineers and even specialist “empathizers.” A disturbing but necessary read about where our future may be heading.

Future-Ready Challenge: Improve Student Outcomes in 18 Weeks
Furman, L. R. 2017 Portland, OR: ISTE (370.154 F986)
Incorporating new millennium skills into an already existing curriculum is challenging. Author Robert Furman presents 18 challenges for teachers to incorporate into each week’s teaching plan. His focus is on easily adding 21st century skill development into each week of the semester.

Hacking Digital Learning Strategies: 10 Ways to Launch EdTech Missions in Your Classroom
Terrel, S. S. 2017. Cleveland, OH: Times 10 Publications (020 T325)
Social media is a problematic topic for teachers—it distracts students and most students use it without adult guidance. Shelley Sanchez Terrell presents 10 ideas for teaching students to use social media more thoughtfully and for the public good. An excellent read for teachers who want to incorporate exciting new projects in their classrooms.

Neuroteach: Brain Science and the Future of Education
Whitman, G. 2016. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield (612.8233 W614)
What we are learning about the brain is revolutionizing what we know about learning potential and the possibilities of the human future. Whitman looks at how the newest knowledge from neuroscience can be applied by teachers into all aspects of teaching.

No Fear Coding: Computational Thinking across the Curriculum
Williams, H. 2017. Portland, OR: ISTE (004.071 W723)
Explaining why coding is an important skill for students, Heidi Williams gives teachers useful ideas for getting started with computational thinking activities in all parts of the K–5 curriculum. She discusses useful technology tools and other teacher resources for coding.

Rise of the Robots: Technology and the Threat of a Jobless Future
Ford, M. 2015. New York, NY: Basic Books (331.137042 F699)
Will there be jobs in the future? It sounds like a ludicrous question but with the rise of automation and artificial intelligence, it’s not just low-skill jobs that may disappear. Many highly skilled workers such as doctors and lawyers will face replacement by robots as well. How will the economy function if most people are unemployed? In this well-researched book, Martin Ford examines a future that challenges us to reimagine the world.

Social LEADia: Moving Students from Digital Citizenship to Digital Leadership
Casa-Todd, J. 2017. San Diego, CA: Dave Burgess Consulting (658.8 C334)
Here’s a new interview question that employers ask, “What social media networks are you on, and what will I learn about you if I go there?” That question asked to a 15-year-old girl is the spark that inspired this book. Author Jennifer Casa-Todd questions our focus on teaching digital safety over digital engagement. She points out that students using social media to engage in larger dialogues will learn that their voice has impact and that they can influence change and people outside of their schools.

A Survival Guide to the Misinformation Age: Scientific Habits of Mind
Helfand, D. J. 2016. New York, NY: Columbia University Press (500 H474)
Scientific literacy is the key to dismantling the rising misinformation that spreads online to our news shows and print media. The myths spread by climate change deniers and antivaxxers were based in poor science but are now clung to despite being disproven by scientific research. This book is a challenging but interesting read for all those interested in science.

TECHNOLOGY

3Doodler Start: Designed for Younger Creators
WobblesWorks, Inc. 2017. Boston, MA: Wobbleworks, Inc. (3DOO 2)
This 3D printing pen is specifically designed for younger children (8+). Unlike the standard Doodler, this version has no hot parts and uses low heat plastic to prevent burns. It ships to you with 10 filaments for trying out its capabilities.

Cue the Cleverbot
Wonder Workshop. 2017. San Mateo, CA: Wonder Workshop (CUE 1)
Cue is the newest robot from the creators of Dash and Dot. This robot is aimed at older children (11-plus) as lots of texting through the app is required to interact with Cue. The big change from Dash and Dot is that this robot comes with four different personalities, or avatars as Wonder calls them, each with a distinct attitude, voice and in different genders. Unfortunately, only one is free to use. The others are only available through in-app purchases.

DVDs AND STREAMING VIDEO

Streaming video
When you login to the ATA Library homepage (http://library.teachers.ab.ca), you have access to two collections of streaming videos: McIntyre Media and Streaming Video by DeWitt. You will see the links to the collections in the Other Resources box in the lower left corner of our site. We offer access to dozens of education videos through this service.

Active Participation: Getting Them All Involved (Elementary and Secondary Editions)
Archer, A. 2014. Eugene, OR: Pacific Northwest Publishing. 327 min. (AV ACT and AV ACT 2)
Learn to engage ALL students in your classroom with the active participation strategies demonstrated in this fun and informative series. Both editions of this kit come with 4 DVDs and a CD of session handouts.

Check In, Check Out: A Tier 2 Intervention for Students at Risk
Hawken, L. S., and K. Breen. 2017. 2nd edition. New York, NY: Guilford Publications. 27 min. (AV CHE)
This behaviour education system is a widely used Tier 2 intervention for the 10 to 15 per cent of K–12 students who exhibit chronic, mild behaviour problems. The professional development DVD provides training for teachers and other school personnel in how to effectively support positive behaviour throughout the day.

Memory Hackers: The Mysterious Nature of How We Remember
Strachan, A. L. 2016. Arlington, VA : PBS Distribution. 60 min. (AV MEM)
Using new techniques and technology, neuroscientists examine the physical mechanisms of memory and how it can be manipulated and changed. Implications such as the removal of phobias and the implantation of new memories are considered.

FRENCH BOOKS/LIVRES EN FRANÇAIS

Adolescents dépendants ou à risque de le devenir : Pratiques d’interventions prometteuses
Laventure, Myriam, Natacha Brunelle, Karine Bertrand et Mathilde Garneau. 2017. Québec, QC : Les Presses de l’Université Laval (371.9 L399)
Les interventions en dépendance auprès des adolescents dépendants ou à risque de le devenir sont de plus en plus nombreuses et diversifiées. Que ce soit pour de la prévention, de l’intervention ciblée ou de la réadaptation, les intervenants, les gestionnaires et les chercheurs de plusieurs régions mettent en place de nouvelles pratiques pour favoriser la motivation à adopter des habitudes de vie plus saines. Le présent ouvrage collectif se veut un reflet de la diversité de ces pratiques prometteuses adaptées aux nombreux besoins de cette jeune clientèle et de l’engagement des acteurs de l’intervention auprès des adolescents dépendants ou à risque de le devenir.

Rétablir les ponts entre deux peuples et à l’intérieur de soi
Dr Moisan, Martin. 2016. Montréal, QC : Éditions Dakyil (371 829 M714)
Cet ouvrage est né d’un désir de réconciliation entre les Autochtones et le peuple québécois. Un des objectifs est de rétablir des ponts afin que, de part et d’autre, un lien d’entraide et de fraternité soit davantage présent, au-delà des préjugés et des différences de cultures. Comment peut-on aller de l’avant et s’enrichir mutuellement? Il est notamment question de fierté, autant pour les Autochtones que pour le peuple québécois, ce qui pourrait aider à retrouver une identité, non seulement sur le plan culturel, mais aussi sur le plan humain, afin de briser des barrières individuelles et collectives.

Usages créatifs du numérique pour l’apprentissage au XXI^e siècle
Romero, Margarida, Benjamin Lille, et Azeneth Patiño. 2017. Québec, QC : Presses de l’Université du Québec (371,3 R763)
Les usages du numérique à l’école sont diversifiés. Si certains de ces usages n’apportent pas de plus-values pédagogiques, d’autres permettent aux élèves de s’engager dans des processus de cocréation. Le présent ouvrage apporte un éclairage sur les approches créatives du numérique en enseignement et sur leur potentiel et leur contribution à l’éducation personnelle, sociale et professionnelle des citoyens du XXI^e siècle.

Initiation au sketchnote : Le guide illustré de la prise de notes visuelles
Rohde, Mike. 2016. Paris, FRA : Éditions Eyrolles (651,74 R737)
Dans ce manuel rédigé par le fondateur du concept de sketchnote, Mike Rohde livre tous les secrets de cette approche innovante et créative de prise de notes visuelles. La technique consiste à mettre à profit nos compétences visuelles naturelles afin de « capturer » des idées et de remplacer petit à petit la prise de notes basée uniquement sur du texte pour adopter une approche globale bien plus visuelle et mettre les grandes idées (d’un cours/d’une réunion/d’une conférence, etc.) en valeur en trouvant un juste équilibre entre dessins/illustrations, notes minimalistes, icônes, lettrages et autres éléments visuels.

Esprit scientifique, esprit critique : Un projet pédagogique pour l’école primaire
Zimmermann, Gabrielle, Elena Pasquinelli et Mathieu Farina. 2017. Paris, FRA : Éditions Le Pommier (510 Z74)
Mieux comprendre notre monde, éviter de nous précipiter vers des conclusions hâtives ou de rester enfermés dans nos opinions... sont des défis au quotidien. Et ce d’autant plus qu’à notre époque, nous sommes confrontés à une profusion d’informations... C’est dans ce contexte que la Fondation La main à la pâte a développé le projet
« Esprit scientifique, esprit critique ». Ce projet thématique propose aux élèves et aux enseignants d’affuter leurs outils pour comprendre le monde : en observant bien, en testant juste, en apprenant à soupeser l’information et à s’y appuyer pour argumenter.