Elizabeth Hutchinson
@elizabethutch.bsky.social
School Library Specialist #mentor #trainer #podcaster #blogger
Website: https://www.elizabethahutchinson.com/
Three Thoughts Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BdQEfE
Website: https://www.elizabethahutchinson.com/
Three Thoughts Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BdQEfE
Wonderful presentation on using social media for marketing your library by @nedpotter.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=16DZ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=16DZ...
Library social media in a post-Twitter world
YouTube video by Ned Potter
www.youtube.com
July 20, 2025 at 7:20 AM
Wonderful presentation on using social media for marketing your library by @nedpotter.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=16DZ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=16DZ...
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"Staff working in galleries, libraries, archives and museums around the UK will soon be able to ask The National Archives for help funding community-led research projects, following a generous £1 million award by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)."
The National Archives to establish new hub for community-led research in the cultural heritage sector - The National Archives
Staff working in galleries, libraries, archives and museums around the UK will soon be able to ask The National Archives for help funding community-led research projects, following a generous £1 milli...
www.nationalarchives.gov.uk
February 17, 2025 at 11:59 AM
"Staff working in galleries, libraries, archives and museums around the UK will soon be able to ask The National Archives for help funding community-led research projects, following a generous £1 million award by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)."
All the recordings of the inaugural FOSIL Symposium are now available to access for free. #FOSILinquiry
Check out the recordings, powerpoints/slides, and discussions here. Make sure you subscribe for free to comment... fosil.org.uk/forums/forum...
Check out the recordings, powerpoints/slides, and discussions here. Make sure you subscribe for free to comment... fosil.org.uk/forums/forum...
Forum: 2025 FOSIL Symposium | The Fosil Group
fosil.org.uk
February 13, 2025 at 7:06 AM
All the recordings of the inaugural FOSIL Symposium are now available to access for free. #FOSILinquiry
Check out the recordings, powerpoints/slides, and discussions here. Make sure you subscribe for free to comment... fosil.org.uk/forums/forum...
Check out the recordings, powerpoints/slides, and discussions here. Make sure you subscribe for free to comment... fosil.org.uk/forums/forum...
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Dear school librarians supporting 7-16 year olds in England, please join the conversation and tell your story. A big, grateful thank you to those who have responded already🙏.
It takes roughly 5 mins, has 19 predominantly multiple choice questions and is mobile friendly. Link and info below. ✨️
It takes roughly 5 mins, has 19 predominantly multiple choice questions and is mobile friendly. Link and info below. ✨️
Are you a school librarian in England who supports digital citizenship in your school library? Perhaps you don't but would like to? I would be interested to hear your views. Please follow the link below and share your experiences via my survey. Link cityunilondon.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
December 30, 2024 at 1:27 PM
Dear school librarians supporting 7-16 year olds in England, please join the conversation and tell your story. A big, grateful thank you to those who have responded already🙏.
It takes roughly 5 mins, has 19 predominantly multiple choice questions and is mobile friendly. Link and info below. ✨️
It takes roughly 5 mins, has 19 predominantly multiple choice questions and is mobile friendly. Link and info below. ✨️
What lengths do you go to make it work?
The inaugural FOSIL Symposium was today. Speakers, librarians and teachers from all over the world.
Amazing that we are all running in the same direction.
Proud to have played my part in this event.
Even if it was from my hallway #FOSILinquiry
The inaugural FOSIL Symposium was today. Speakers, librarians and teachers from all over the world.
Amazing that we are all running in the same direction.
Proud to have played my part in this event.
Even if it was from my hallway #FOSILinquiry
February 8, 2025 at 6:11 PM
What lengths do you go to make it work?
The inaugural FOSIL Symposium was today. Speakers, librarians and teachers from all over the world.
Amazing that we are all running in the same direction.
Proud to have played my part in this event.
Even if it was from my hallway #FOSILinquiry
The inaugural FOSIL Symposium was today. Speakers, librarians and teachers from all over the world.
Amazing that we are all running in the same direction.
Proud to have played my part in this event.
Even if it was from my hallway #FOSILinquiry
New podcast episode: Lucy Roper, joins Engaging and Empowering School Libraries to discuss being a Solo Librarian. Listen in to hear the challenges but also the wonders of solo librarianship.
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/podcast/epis...
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/podcast/epis...
Podcast | Elizabeth Hutchinson
Elizabeth and friends talk about school libraries
www.elizabethahutchinson.com
January 30, 2025 at 2:15 PM
New podcast episode: Lucy Roper, joins Engaging and Empowering School Libraries to discuss being a Solo Librarian. Listen in to hear the challenges but also the wonders of solo librarianship.
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/podcast/epis...
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/podcast/epis...
Big questions for AI tools in schools
1) Independent learning- Does the tool encourage independent problem-solving and learning? Can you clearly understand and trust the results, or are you blindly relying on the tool?
1) Independent learning- Does the tool encourage independent problem-solving and learning? Can you clearly understand and trust the results, or are you blindly relying on the tool?
January 30, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Big questions for AI tools in schools
1) Independent learning- Does the tool encourage independent problem-solving and learning? Can you clearly understand and trust the results, or are you blindly relying on the tool?
1) Independent learning- Does the tool encourage independent problem-solving and learning? Can you clearly understand and trust the results, or are you blindly relying on the tool?
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Update to #FOSILGroup Forum | The Nature of #Inquiry and #InformationLiteracy | *Discussing Education, Libraries & #FOSILinquiry with @elizabethutch.bsky.social* tinyurl.com/5f43xnm5.
Contextual information about *FOSIL 2025 Symposium* tinyurl.com/47xhvpf7 on Saturday 8 February - free & online.
Contextual information about *FOSIL 2025 Symposium* tinyurl.com/47xhvpf7 on Saturday 8 February - free & online.
January 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Update to #FOSILGroup Forum | The Nature of #Inquiry and #InformationLiteracy | *Discussing Education, Libraries & #FOSILinquiry with @elizabethutch.bsky.social* tinyurl.com/5f43xnm5.
Contextual information about *FOSIL 2025 Symposium* tinyurl.com/47xhvpf7 on Saturday 8 February - free & online.
Contextual information about *FOSIL 2025 Symposium* tinyurl.com/47xhvpf7 on Saturday 8 February - free & online.
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Happy Friday! An amazing 40 school librarians have already responded to my survey! Thank you, so many great contributions. Can you help me get to 60 by taking my #digitalcitizenship survey to see how #schoollibrarians could play a role? Please spare 5 mins 👀 thread below and follow the link 🙏
Dear school librarians supporting 7-16 year olds in England, please join the conversation and tell your story. A big, grateful thank you to those who have responded already🙏.
It takes roughly 5 mins, has 19 predominantly multiple choice questions and is mobile friendly. Link and info below. ✨️
It takes roughly 5 mins, has 19 predominantly multiple choice questions and is mobile friendly. Link and info below. ✨️
Are you a school librarian in England who supports digital citizenship in your school library? Perhaps you don't but would like to? I would be interested to hear your views. Please follow the link below and share your experiences via my survey. Link cityunilondon.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
January 10, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Happy Friday! An amazing 40 school librarians have already responded to my survey! Thank you, so many great contributions. Can you help me get to 60 by taking my #digitalcitizenship survey to see how #schoollibrarians could play a role? Please spare 5 mins 👀 thread below and follow the link 🙏
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Inaugural FOSIL Symposium 8th February - Free and online. Book yourself a place and receive the recordings. Speakers worldwide are joining us to talk about inquiry and the importance of school libraries within it. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!
Sign up link below
Sign up link below
January 15, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium 8th February - Free and online. Book yourself a place and receive the recordings. Speakers worldwide are joining us to talk about inquiry and the importance of school libraries within it. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!
Sign up link below
Sign up link below
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium 8th February - Free and online. Book yourself a place and receive the recordings. Speakers worldwide are joining us to talk about inquiry and the importance of school libraries within it. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!
Sign up link below
Sign up link below
January 15, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium 8th February - Free and online. Book yourself a place and receive the recordings. Speakers worldwide are joining us to talk about inquiry and the importance of school libraries within it. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!
Sign up link below
Sign up link below
In my latest podcast with Adam Barry he asked me this; if I had a magic wand what would I implement overnight for every school library?
How would you answer this question?
I would love to hear your thoughts #SchoolLibraries #Education
youtu.be/325fK7y5Dd8
How would you answer this question?
I would love to hear your thoughts #SchoolLibraries #Education
youtu.be/325fK7y5Dd8
Unlocking the Potential of School Libraries
YouTube video by Elizabeth Hutchinson
youtu.be
January 12, 2025 at 9:03 AM
In my latest podcast with Adam Barry he asked me this; if I had a magic wand what would I implement overnight for every school library?
How would you answer this question?
I would love to hear your thoughts #SchoolLibraries #Education
youtu.be/325fK7y5Dd8
How would you answer this question?
I would love to hear your thoughts #SchoolLibraries #Education
youtu.be/325fK7y5Dd8
What Meta’s move to community moderation could mean for misinformation.
Once again this highlights the importance of schools and school libraries focusing on teaching digital and media literacy. The only way to verify fake news...
theconversation.com/what-metas-m...
Once again this highlights the importance of schools and school libraries focusing on teaching digital and media literacy. The only way to verify fake news...
theconversation.com/what-metas-m...
What Meta’s move to community moderation could mean for misinformation
The company says the change aims to promote free expression and reduce censorship.
theconversation.com
January 11, 2025 at 6:07 AM
What Meta’s move to community moderation could mean for misinformation.
Once again this highlights the importance of schools and school libraries focusing on teaching digital and media literacy. The only way to verify fake news...
theconversation.com/what-metas-m...
Once again this highlights the importance of schools and school libraries focusing on teaching digital and media literacy. The only way to verify fake news...
theconversation.com/what-metas-m...
New Podcast Episode: Unlocking the Potential of School Libraries.
Have you ever wanted to ask a question about school libraries? Adam Barry took the opportunity on my podcast last night.
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/podcast/epis...
Have you ever wanted to ask a question about school libraries? Adam Barry took the opportunity on my podcast last night.
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/podcast/epis...
Podcast | Elizabeth Hutchinson
Elizabeth and friends talk about school libraries
www.elizabethahutchinson.com
January 10, 2025 at 9:50 AM
New Podcast Episode: Unlocking the Potential of School Libraries.
Have you ever wanted to ask a question about school libraries? Adam Barry took the opportunity on my podcast last night.
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/podcast/epis...
Have you ever wanted to ask a question about school libraries? Adam Barry took the opportunity on my podcast last night.
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/podcast/epis...
@tracyshopkins.bsky.social Yay, Tracy lovely to see a face I recognise here. Nice to be connected again.
January 8, 2025 at 6:48 AM
@tracyshopkins.bsky.social Yay, Tracy lovely to see a face I recognise here. Nice to be connected again.
New for 2025! Now included in my Engaging and Empowering School Libraries membership is an opportunity to regularly discuss using AI in School libraries. Join this monthly chat at no extra cost...
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/membershipop...
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/membershipop...
Membership Prices | Elizabeth Hutchinson
Check out my membership options. Individual and School Memberships are available.
www.elizabethahutchinson.com
January 2, 2025 at 3:33 PM
New for 2025! Now included in my Engaging and Empowering School Libraries membership is an opportunity to regularly discuss using AI in School libraries. Join this monthly chat at no extra cost...
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/membershipop...
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/membershipop...
Beautiful sunset this evening… nice to see the sunshine today.
December 30, 2024 at 5:47 PM
Beautiful sunset this evening… nice to see the sunshine today.
@alannel.bsky.social Hi Alan, welcome to BlueSky! I hope you had a great Christmas and look forward to chatting to you in the new year!
December 30, 2024 at 5:05 PM
@alannel.bsky.social Hi Alan, welcome to BlueSky! I hope you had a great Christmas and look forward to chatting to you in the new year!
New Year, New Ideas, New Connections
Are you a school librarian with no money for professional development?
Do you wish to be inspired in 2025?
Are you looking for a community?
No catch, all you have to give is your time! #SchoolLibrarians
elizabethhutchinson.substack.com/p/new-year-n...
Are you a school librarian with no money for professional development?
Do you wish to be inspired in 2025?
Are you looking for a community?
No catch, all you have to give is your time! #SchoolLibrarians
elizabethhutchinson.substack.com/p/new-year-n...
New Year, New Ideas, New Connections
Offering support, guidance, training and a friendly community for school librarians
elizabethhutchinson.substack.com
December 30, 2024 at 10:11 AM
New Year, New Ideas, New Connections
Are you a school librarian with no money for professional development?
Do you wish to be inspired in 2025?
Are you looking for a community?
No catch, all you have to give is your time! #SchoolLibrarians
elizabethhutchinson.substack.com/p/new-year-n...
Are you a school librarian with no money for professional development?
Do you wish to be inspired in 2025?
Are you looking for a community?
No catch, all you have to give is your time! #SchoolLibrarians
elizabethhutchinson.substack.com/p/new-year-n...
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New for 2025!
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium - Free and online
Is it time to learn more about inquiry and the school library?
We hope you will join us. Find out more from this link bit.ly/FOSILSymposium
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium - Free and online
Is it time to learn more about inquiry and the school library?
We hope you will join us. Find out more from this link bit.ly/FOSILSymposium
December 20, 2024 at 3:12 PM
New for 2025!
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium - Free and online
Is it time to learn more about inquiry and the school library?
We hope you will join us. Find out more from this link bit.ly/FOSILSymposium
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium - Free and online
Is it time to learn more about inquiry and the school library?
We hope you will join us. Find out more from this link bit.ly/FOSILSymposium
New for 2025!
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium - Free and online
Is it time to learn more about inquiry and the school library?
We hope you will join us. Find out more from this link bit.ly/FOSILSymposium
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium - Free and online
Is it time to learn more about inquiry and the school library?
We hope you will join us. Find out more from this link bit.ly/FOSILSymposium
December 20, 2024 at 3:12 PM
New for 2025!
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium - Free and online
Is it time to learn more about inquiry and the school library?
We hope you will join us. Find out more from this link bit.ly/FOSILSymposium
Inaugural FOSIL Symposium - Free and online
Is it time to learn more about inquiry and the school library?
We hope you will join us. Find out more from this link bit.ly/FOSILSymposium
Looking to improve your students' literacy levels?
It is time to invest in your school library and librarians.
www.americanprogress.org/article/inve...
It is time to invest in your school library and librarians.
www.americanprogress.org/article/inve...
Investing in School Libraries and Librarians To Improve Literacy Outcomes
Libraries and librarians not only spark a love of learning; they are crucial to reversing low reading assessment scores across the country.
www.americanprogress.org
December 13, 2024 at 7:09 AM
Looking to improve your students' literacy levels?
It is time to invest in your school library and librarians.
www.americanprogress.org/article/inve...
It is time to invest in your school library and librarians.
www.americanprogress.org/article/inve...
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Closing School Libraries: A Shortsighted Catastrophe
Following a conversation on LinkedIn Eoin Garland agreed that I could publish his words.
"This isn’t just a bad decision; it’s a betrayal of the very purpose of education."
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/post/school-...
Following a conversation on LinkedIn Eoin Garland agreed that I could publish his words.
"This isn’t just a bad decision; it’s a betrayal of the very purpose of education."
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/post/school-...
School Library Closures: A shortsighted Catastrophe
Closing school libraries: This isn't just a bad decision; its a betrayal of the very purpose of education.
www.elizabethahutchinson.com
December 6, 2024 at 9:54 AM
Closing School Libraries: A Shortsighted Catastrophe
Following a conversation on LinkedIn Eoin Garland agreed that I could publish his words.
"This isn’t just a bad decision; it’s a betrayal of the very purpose of education."
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/post/school-...
Following a conversation on LinkedIn Eoin Garland agreed that I could publish his words.
"This isn’t just a bad decision; it’s a betrayal of the very purpose of education."
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/post/school-...
Closing School Libraries: A Shortsighted Catastrophe
Following a conversation on LinkedIn Eoin Garland agreed that I could publish his words.
"This isn’t just a bad decision; it’s a betrayal of the very purpose of education."
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/post/school-...
Following a conversation on LinkedIn Eoin Garland agreed that I could publish his words.
"This isn’t just a bad decision; it’s a betrayal of the very purpose of education."
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/post/school-...
School Library Closures: A shortsighted Catastrophe
Closing school libraries: This isn't just a bad decision; its a betrayal of the very purpose of education.
www.elizabethahutchinson.com
December 6, 2024 at 9:54 AM
Closing School Libraries: A Shortsighted Catastrophe
Following a conversation on LinkedIn Eoin Garland agreed that I could publish his words.
"This isn’t just a bad decision; it’s a betrayal of the very purpose of education."
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/post/school-...
Following a conversation on LinkedIn Eoin Garland agreed that I could publish his words.
"This isn’t just a bad decision; it’s a betrayal of the very purpose of education."
www.elizabethahutchinson.com/post/school-...
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Excited to bring my two podcasts together for one episode. Ruth Maloney had some questions about using FOSIL (Framework Of Skills for Inquiry Learning) in practice. We hope you find Darryl's responses helpful. elizabethhutchinson.substack.com/p/are-you-te...
If you are using FOSIL do tell us how.
If you are using FOSIL do tell us how.
Are you Teaching Research Skills or Inquiry?
Listen now | Engaging and Empowering School Libraries, a general school library podcast, and FOSIL, Education and School Libraries, a podcast that focuses on teaching through inquiry, came together th...
elizabethhutchinson.substack.com
December 2, 2024 at 4:02 PM
Excited to bring my two podcasts together for one episode. Ruth Maloney had some questions about using FOSIL (Framework Of Skills for Inquiry Learning) in practice. We hope you find Darryl's responses helpful. elizabethhutchinson.substack.com/p/are-you-te...
If you are using FOSIL do tell us how.
If you are using FOSIL do tell us how.