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=Interactive Libraries: =

Using SMART Tools to Touch the Future **Michelle Harris, District Librarian; Heyworth School District #4** harrism@husd4.k12.il.us

**Amy Oberts, Library Media Specialist; Bloomington Public Schools, District 87** obertsa@district87.org | related wiki: http://readingtech.wikispaces.com/home

**Wiki Description:** Interactive whiteboards are revolutionizing learning experiences, but are librarians and media specialists embracing their potential in the library setting? Join us as we demonstrate a variety of SMART tips and tricks to create engaging activities for 21st century learners. Websites compatible with all types of interactive whiteboards will be highlighted, and example projects //specifically geared toward libraries// using SMART Notebook software will be featured.

The Navigation menu (at left) will remain visbile on each page within the wiki. Use your browser's **"back button"** to return to the wiki after clicking on a hyperlink. At strategic points in the wiki, you will see this icon:  Please consider sharing **YOUR ideas** with our learning community by clicking the "Edit This Page" button. Our goal is to cultivate an exciting and useful resource for Library Media Specialists!

**Wiki Presentation History:** October 31, 2009: Illinois School Library Media Association Fall Conference; "Futures Begin by Embracing Change" April 19, 2010: University of Illinois Graduate School of Library and Information Science Workshop; "Interactive Libraries: Using SMART Tools to Touch the Future" <span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS',Helvetica,sans-serif;">April 24, 2010: Central Illinois SMART User Conference; "Interactive Libraries: Reading 2.0" <span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS',Helvetica,sans-serif;">March 6, 2011: University of Illinois Graduate School of Library and Information Science Workshop; "Interactive Libraries: Using SMART Tools to Touch the Future"