Meet the Starling – Library Technology That’s Inspiring Early Literacy


Jun 17, 2018 | Filed in Events & PD
Is your library looking for a new way to boost early literacy and get young patrons reading? Join this webcast to hear from the creators of the Starling Early-Learning Wearable and two libraries that are lending the Starlings to their communities and hosting early literacy programs around this technology. View On Demand
Event Date & Time: Thursday, June 14, 2018, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT View On Demand Is your library looking for a new way to boost early literacy and get young patrons reading? Last year, School Library Journal called the Starling “a potential game changer.” Join this webcast to hear from the creators of the Starling Early-Learning Wearable and two libraries that are not only lending the Starlings to their communities, but are also hosting early literacy programs around this advanced technology.

Panelists

  • Jon Boggiano, Co-founder, VersaMe
  • Heather Hageli, Early Literacy Librarian, Vernon Area Public Library
  • Rachel Shulman, Head of Youth Services, Vernon Area Public Library
  • Jan Pedden, Director of Preschool Literacy Outreach Programs, Redwood City Public Library
  • Maria Kramer, Division Manager, Redwood City Public Library

Moderator

  • Jami Diaz, Starling Community Manager, VersaMe
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Librarians ruining kids with tech

Rich folks keep tech away from the kids. We should to. Tech is stunting kids, and librarians are making it worse.

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