We all enjoy using YouTube and other streaming video sites like it. It’s a great source for amusing movies of cats or music videos or kids waving sticks around like they’re in a Star Wars film. But wouldn’t it be great if this powerful tool could be used for your classes? Well, you’re in luck. … Read more »
Month: March 2012
World Poetry Day
In 1999, UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) declared March 21st as World Poetry Day to “give fresh recognition and impetus to national, regional and international poetry movements.” During an interview with BBC Jo Shapcott, poet, professor, and former president of The Poetry Society (now that’s some alliteration), was asked “Why does… Read more »
March Madness in the Library!
March Madness is coming! March Madness is coming! March Madness is coming! If you are as excited by college athletics as I am then you must be amped up for the start of March Madness, also known as the NCAA College Basketball Championship Tournament. This is a chance for us to see the best in… Read more »
International Women’s Day
As with many observances around the world, International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8th is celebrated in a variety of ways. From gift giving to rallies to public holiday observation IWD is recognized in over 40 countries. The tradition first began in February 1909 in the United States by the Socialist Party of America as… Read more »