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Welcome to The Library Commons at Clinton Central's "Get Inspired With INSPIRE" wiki. This wiki describes a workshop to help make your job easier.The media specialist/ library teacher is available to help you and your students make the most of resources and information as they relate to classroom learning. Technology resources and collaboration are the keys. According to //Information Power//, " The library media program provides a central resource for successful and imaginative teaching. Its collection includes current, authoritative materials on learning and instructional theories, and its activities promote collaborative and innovative approaches to developing the concepts and skills needed in the information age." (64) Consider learning more about a FREE resource for all Indiana residents that is designed to serve learners of all ages. INSPIRE is a virtual library that provides a suite of databases designed to help you and your students make the most of available resources.Check out the tabs on the right to get a preview of the workshop


 * Find your invitation in "1. Promotional Materials."
 * Check out the agenda and lesson plan in "2. Professional Plan."
 * View the presentation in "3. PowerPoint Presentation."
 * Check for understanding in "4. Presentation Materials."
 * After completing the workshop, fill out a survey at "Post-Workshop Survey."

The media center truly is the place to learn in this information age.

Works cited

American Association of School Librarians. //Information Power, Building Partnerships for Learning//. ALA. 1998.