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Library Connection, V3n1, Fall 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Connection

Inside this issue:

-- Latino American Grant
-- Youth Librarian News
-- UNI Joins Open Textbook Network
-- Digitizing the UNI Museum

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V8n5, December 2015/January 2016, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Finals Week Stress Busting
-- MakerSpace to Open in Late January
-- Calling All Artists!
-- Crowdfunding Update

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V8n4, November 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Around the World in 180 Minutes
-- Veterans Day Photo Wall
-- Reaching for Higher Ground
-- Family Weekend Maker Activity

The Link, Fall 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Division Of School Library Studies.

The Link: A School Library Studies Alumni Newsletter

Inside this issue:

-- Telling the tale
-- Out and about
-- Beyond Google
-- Ask me!
-- Teachers, scholars, moms and more
-- Expanding the pool

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V8n3, October 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Open Access Week
-- Open Textbooks Speaker
-- Museum Grand Re-Opening
-- Tabor Painting Reception
-- Upcoming Events

Rod Library Annual Report 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Documents & Reports (entire collection)

We are pleased to share our 2015 Annual report with those who helped make it all possible. 2015 was a year for challenges, growth and success.

This past year we completed a strategic planning process which resulted in new mission and vision statements. Our vision set our focus for the future: "to be the best comprehensive university library in the country."

Rod Library is being challenged to better meet the needs of today's students, faculty and community. While Rod Library's core mission of information access persists, we are always seeking new and interesting ways of strengthening our connection to the …

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V8n2, September 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

Career Readiness Day
Copy/Print/Scan
Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff
Copyright Fair Use

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V8n1, August 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Bash is Back!
-- Wonder Twin Powers...Activate!
-- Contact Us!
-- "Recreating the Human: Making Hate Our Footstool"
-- Latino Americans: 500 Years of History

The Link, Summer 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Division Of School Library Studies.

The Link: A School Library Studies Alumni Newsletter

Inside this issue:

-- What should I read?
-- Sharing the need for teacher librarians
-- Making a difference in Marshalltown
-- Tracking the impact of student research
-- Endless possibilities
-- Guides for guided inquiry

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V7n10, June/July 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Beyond Google
-- OITNB Book Club
-- Welcome Orientation Groups!
-- Pardon our Progress
-- Welcome Schindler Staff

Rod Library Learning Commons Brochure, University Of Northern Iowa

Library Documents & Reports (entire collection)

The Rod Library Learning Commons is a vibrant, comfortable social space equipped with 21st century tools, technology, and services that support the students' academic success.

• Connect: people, events, Book Bistro, Faculty office hours, Flexible collaborative stations, Group projects, Comfy seating areas
• Create: Digital Media Hub, Green screen room, Assistive technology, Adobe software, Media consultants
• Innovate: Maker space, Public programming space, Art
• Succeed: Tutoring, Research help

Partners: The Learning Commons is maintained through a collaborative effort between several offices, departments, and programs on the University of Northern Iowa campus.

Library Connection, V2n2, Spring 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Connection

Inside this issue:

-- Beyond Google!
-- The Global Reach of UNI
-- UNI Museum on the move.......
-- "Makerz"
-- Strategic Planning

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V7n9, May 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Don't Forget
-- Did You Know?
-- ScholarWorks
-- Finals Week Stress Buster

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V7n8, April 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Camera Equipment
-- Learning Commons
-- Learning Express
-- Snack Machine!

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V7n7, March 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Media and Social Media
-- RodCon 2015
-- Canada and U.S. Symposium

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V7n6, February 2015, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Comic Con
-- Blind Date With A Book
-- Canada's Arctic Exhibit

An Annotated Bibliography Of Materials Recommended For Middle School Classrooms Regarding The Multiple Perspectives On The Causes Of The American Civil War, Emma Folland

Graduate Research Papers

The Civil War is a topic that is taught at the middle school level. However, teachers are not necessarily teaching from both the Northern and Southern perspectives. They are also not always looking at the causes of the Civil War beyond slavery. The purpose of this project was to create a selective annotated bibliography of recommended resources for middle school teachers to use when teaching about the causes of the Civil War from both the Northern and Southern perspectives. The researcher considered what resources were available for teaching middle school students about the different causes of the Civil War from …

Teacher Librarians & Literacy Coaches: Their Roles In Reading Support, Nicole N. Ruthaivilavan

Graduate Research Papers

According to AASL (2010), multiple research studies have confirmed that there is a correlation between school library programs staffed by certified school librarians and increased student achievement; yet, many schools are also beginning to employ literacy coaches to improve reading achievement. With the teacher librarian being a well-established part of the school system, and playing a vital role in supporting students’ reading achievement, a clear definition of roles is needed. The purpose of this case study was to analyze roles and responsibilities of teacher librarians and literacy coaches and to determine how schools can utilize one or both of these …