Welcome to the Media Center!
The mission of the Westbrook Media Center is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all students and staff, to empower students to develop a love of literature.
We teach information literacy, digital citizenship, and critical thinking skills, by promoting the use of technology to ensure that our students are 21st century learners, independent thinkers, and information users. We hope all Westbrook students will develop a love of reading, become critical thinkers, and participate in ethical research.
Media Staff
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| Ms. Wellen, Media Specialist | Mrs. Lopez, Media Assistant |
| Carol_L_Wellen@mcpsmd.org | Jennifer_Lopez@mcpsmd.org |
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Welcome to the Media Center!
Students have been learning about Digital Citizenship using lessons from Common Sense Education. All students have been learning how to be safe, responsible, and respectful when they go online or use their devices. Upper grades students have learned how to communicate clearly online, and how to watch out for Clickbait.
In November and December, Kindergarten and first grade students will be learning about cultures and holidays. Students in 2nd grade through 5th grade will start to work on computer coding.
The Hour of AI™
The Hour of Code™ is now The Hour of AI™! This takes place in December, and all 2nd through 5th grade students will have the opportunity to do computer coding during media time.
Starting in November, students work on activities to prepare for the Hour of AI™. Students will practice creating programs to move a sprite towards a goal. They will also be able to see the source code behind some of their favorite web pages, along with the actual code that they write themselves.
If you would like to learn more about the NEW Hour of AI™, here is a short video with more information:
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