I did the unthinkable today………I explored the AARP site! http://www.aarp.org/ This is a well-known site for “older Americans.” My husband and I receive an AARP packet every month in the mail and are still in denial that it could be going to the right address! I was surprised at the range of articles. (Don’t tell my husband, but I’m thinking about joining). I came back to a quote from the Information Search Process (ISP) developed by Carol Kuhlthau 1994): “Initiation: Feeling: apprehension and uncertainty.” How do we get our students to explore the “uncomfortable” questions that may arise when investigating? I thought this project was going to be “fun” but it’s also a little painful!
Interesting news today from my school system…the high school media specialist retired at the end of the last year and they did not replace her until now. They have replaced her with a “library manager” – a non-certified employee.
AARP is a wonderful company. I have heard through my in-laws who are both retired that they use them to help pay for there health insurance. Of course, they have to pay AARP a monthly premium but they say it worth it. When I am at the age that I need it, I will join as well. Also a "library manager" is the same as a media specialist but without the MLS degree? That doesn't sound good. blessings, lm:)
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http://www.aarp.org/personal-growth/life-long-learning/
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