Voices of Literacy
An RU 515 Podcast featuring thought leaders from the world of education and librarianship.
Episodes
In this episode, Jennifer and Dr. April Dawkins jump into an important conversation about what it really means to protect access, ethics, and intellectual freedom in today’s schools.
🔹 Why Intellectual Freedom Matters Now They unpack how legislation, district policies, and educational gag orders are shaping what learners can read and how librarians make decisions.
🔹 The Rise of Misinformation April traces how old propaganda tacti...
In this episode, Jennifer is joined by Jean Darnell, Director of Library Sciences for the School District of Philadelphia, for a powerful conversation about information literacy and media mindfulness. Their discussion centers on how social media platforms are financially incentivized to provoke emotional reactions and how that economy of attention can harm individuals and communities. Jean and Jennifer invite educators and libraria...
In this episode Jennifer is joined by Ken Shelton for a thoughtful conversation about generative AI through the lens of equity and inclusion. Together, we examine both the opportunities and challenges these tools present, and we push educators and librarians to move beyond surface-level thinking about these tools, their potential and their pitfalls. Our discussion invites you to investigate AI with a critical eye, center community ...
In this episode, Jennifer is joined by Dr. Ashley Cooksey of Arkansas Tech University for a conversation that connects curation, universal design for learning, and advocacy. We explore how thoughtful curation helps educators center student needs, how UDL opens doors for every learner, and why great pedagogical practice is itself a powerful form of advocacy. Whether you’re in the classroom, the library, or preparing future educators...
In this episode, Jennifer is joined by Dr. Carl Harvey, a respected leader in school librarianship and literacy education. Together, we explore the evolving role of libraries, the importance of access and equity for all learners, and the power of building Personal Learning Networks to strengthen our practice. Whether you’re a teacher, librarian, or literacy advocate, you’ll come away with fresh insights and practical ideas to bring...
In this episode, Kristin Ziemke joins us to discuss what it means to be literate in the digital age.
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In this episode, Ben Kort joins us to discuss his maker space. Noteworthy is Ben's use of the maker space as an intervention for vulnerable learners.
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In this episode, Ken Shelton joins us to discuss the concept of Techquity and the role that libraries play in helping all learners have the same access and opportunity to essential tools for learning.
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In this episode, Lucas Maxwell shares how he uses Dungeons and Dragons to create safe, welcoming spaces for learners.
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Book recommendations:
- A Work in Progress by Jarrett Lerner
In this episode, Amy Hermon joins us to discuss her podcast School Librarians United and how she thinks so much good can be done for librarians, kids and the world when we decide to "press record."
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In this episode, Dr. John Spencer joins us to discuss the past, present and future of generative AI and how librarians can harness the power of this technology for good.
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Book recommendations:
- Fablehaven series by Brandon Mull
- Nine Nasty Words: English in the Gutter: Th...
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