Libraries, Literacy & Gaming ALA/Verizon Grant Recipients Community
This private community is to support the recipients of the ALA/Verizon Foundation Grant for Libraries, Literacy and Gaming. A public community for Games and Gaming is available at http://connect.ala.org/gaming - further resources can be found at http://librarygamingtoolkit.org.
The purpose of the grant is to help libraries of all kinds develop and implement gaming experiences that support literacy development for youth 10-18 years of age.
Selected libraries will receive a onetime grant of $5,000.00. Funds may be used to expand or add literacy-based gaming experiences at your library for youth ages 10-18. Funded libraries will receive ongoing support and technical assistance from a team of library gaming experts.
PostTalking about the work you're doing
by Jennifer Nelson MN on Thu, 11/12/2009 - 7:27amIf your project is focused on helping kids create games, you might want to think abotu submitting a proposal to present at the 2010 G+L+S Conference in Madison, WI. It's a great conference for learning about gaming, education and future directions.
EventYALSA President’s Program & Membership Meeting: Creativity Counts: Nurturing Teens' Talents at Libraries Large & Small
by Beth Gallaway on Mon, 06/08/2009 - 10:59am Monday 1:30 to 3:00
McCormick Place West, W-196a
EventThe ABCs of Library Literacy: How Chicago Public Schools are Improving Literacy through School Libraries
by Dale Lipschultz (staff) on Thu, 04/30/2009 - 2:45pmThrough a federal Improving Literacy through School Libraries grant, Chicago Public Schools is taking an A·B·Cs approach to addressing primary students’ literacy needs in 12 schools by:
EventLiteracy for ALL: Libraries, Literacy, and Advocacy
by Dale Lipschultz (staff) on Thu, 04/30/2009 - 2:37pmIn April 2009, ALA’s Committee on Literacy and the National Institute for Literacy webcast the first national library literacy summit.
EventWhat Does Gaming Have to do With Books Anyway? Justifications for Games in Libraries
by Beth Gallaway on Wed, 04/15/2009 - 10:02pmInterested in introducing gaming programs but unsure how to justify it? This panel of public, academic, and school media library staff will explore how they have justified gaming in their libraries. Bring your questions to get advice about your situation.
EventGames & Gaming Member Initiative Group (GGMIG) Open Meeting
by Beth Gallaway on Wed, 04/15/2009 - 9:56pmALA 2009 Annual Conference
Location: Chicago Hilton, International Ballroom South
