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Posting with a Purpose

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Hi everyone, it’s Lee the Know IT All back again! We are virtually always connected to something since we live in a digital society. We are always online, whether it be to check Instagram, browse TikTok, respond to a message, or quickly Google something for school. It is so normal now that sometimes we forget that every post, like, comment, and even search leaves a small digital trail behind. To be honest, I never gave privacy or digital footprints much thought when I initially started using social media. Like most others, I was just mindlessly having fun using the platforms to connect with friends, watch videos, and share moments. However, as I gained more knowledge about technology and information systems, I began to consider what I was really posting online. Now I try to be a little more mindful, especially when it comes to privacy. I try to be careful about what I share publicly, even with a private account. Things like my exact location, personal contact information, or anyt...
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Trials and Tribulations of a Student Blogger

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Hi everyone, it’s your favorite know IT all again! As I think about integrating blogs into student learning, I can see a lot of potential but also some real challenges. Blogging can be an amazing tool for reflection, creativity, and building digital literacy. But it is not as simple as one may think. One challenge I anticipate is student motivation and consistency because not every student is naturally enthusiastic about writing or sharing publicly. Some may feel self-conscious about their ideas being online, while others may struggle to keep up with regular posts. To address this, I think setting clear expectations, offering scaffolding (like prompts or weekly check-ins), and celebrating even small contributions can help. This way, students feel a bit more valued, even if it is just for effort. Another potential issue is digital literacy and access . Even today, not all students have equal access to devices, reliable internet, or confidence with technology. I know first-hand wh...
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A Book Girl in a Digital World

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Hi, my name is Leah Hanley, and welcome to  Lee the Know IT All  (why yes, pun intended!), where I share insights, reflections, and discussions about information literacy, libraries, and the role of technology in education. For as long as I can remember, I have been a book girl. Long before laptops, tablets, and online portals, I loved the feeling of holding a physical book in my hands. Libraries were my comfort space. Shelves lined with stories, information, and quiet corners where I could disappear into another world were my version of happiness.                                    I did not get my first phone until Form 5. And I only got my own laptop last year. Most of my academic life was spent borrowing devices, using school computers, or making sure I finished assignments within whatever limited access I had. If I needed to research something, I physically went to the library an...
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