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Professional Development Resources for Library Staff June 2017
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June 29 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) $199 Motivating and inspiring employees is challenging enough. But when an employee is difficult, the challenge is even greater. He might be invaluable, but he makes your job a nightmare. He’s unapproachable, not completely on board. And you know he’s capable of so much more.
How can you get the best from a “problem” worker? Is something you’re doing (or not doing) actually making the situation worse? Could there be a simple solution—an easy fix? Managing and Motivating the Most Challenging Employee Types is a Webinar designed to help you examine the underlying causes of poor attitudes or negative behavior. It gives you powerful insight and tips to open dialogue and turn things around. Enroll now and learn how to get challenging employees back on track and supporting the team, the organization and their own career.
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July 6, 10:00am - 11:00am (MT) $45 for members/$55 for non-members Learn how the Hamilton Public Library sought to increase its staff diversity for their Page or Shelf Reader positions through partnering with local community organizations. Still in its early stages of implementation, come and hear about the approaches that lead to successes and some of the bumps along the way.
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Original broadcast - May 2, 2016 $120 US This session helps leaders develop a common language and understanding around issues of trust in the organizational environment. It’s important for leaders to understand the complex factors that can cause a lack of trust to develop before they initiate discussions on trust itself. Clarity around actions and behaviors that cause a lack of trust help leaders craft sustainable solutions to resolve any existing issues and begin to build a culture of trust throughout the organization.
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Right now, take a few seconds to contemplate how your life would change if you could just get through to the resistant people you work with. The people who don’t want to adapt to change, who are defensive when you offer suggestions or feedback and who only seem to focus on the negative of every situation.
View this webinar to find out how you can leverage proven techniques to transform these frustrating scenarios into productive outcomes.
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Original broadcast - April 26, 2017 Critical thinking skills are essential for modern business. Join us for this online seminar to learn why and to discover methods to use for expanding the critical thinking skills of incoming employees.
Dr. Partridge will share an overview of the surprising ways that critical thinking plays a role in the success or failure of organizations and businesses and will explain how the culture of learning, training architecture, and training itself can all play a role in enhancing the critical thinking skills of your team.
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Leadership step by step : become the person others follow by Joshua SpodekLearn how to lead. Leadership literature is full of principles and ideas-but they rarely leave the page. Practice is what turns abstract concepts into useful skills. Leadership Step by Step walks readers through what to do and how to do it in an integrated and comprehensive progression of exercises designed to cultivate key abilities, behaviors, and beliefs through experience.
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June 7 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) You want to share the impact volunteers have in your organization and in the community, but often the information you track doesn’t help you tell that story. This webinar will help you move past number of volunteers and number of hours and start telling the real story. You'll learn about information gathering and the key components to good storytelling, how to evaluate your current measurements and how to build support for a more thorough measurement and evaluation program, and how to engage other staff – paid and volunteer – in this work. You'll also receive a worksheet to help you begin to tell the story of volunteer impact in your organization.
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June 14 | 11:00am - 12:00pm Crowdfunding has quickly become a new tool in the fundraising toolbox. It allows nonprofits to leverage their networks to raise more money, faster, from a larger audience and is changing the face of nonprofit fundraising as donors welcome a more engaged approached to giving.
Learn how your organization can use crowdfunding to raise the bar on your fundraising initiatives. Dana Ostomel, Firespring’s authority on crowdfunding, will walk you through the lifecycle of a campaign, from creation through appreciation, emphasizing how to engage new audiences. Come ready to ask about the campaigns you have in mind so we can answer all your questions.
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Original broadcast - April 26, 2017 How can you tell your library’s story in a way that will increase public support? Digital stories can be used for advocacy efforts, from raising awareness to fundraising campaigns to taking political action. Libraries can develop a compelling story using video, and leverage that story to show the impact they have in the community.
This free webinar will identify how to use digital storytelling for advocacy, as well as good practices for video production and digital storytelling. Presenters will share a list of technology tools that will help you develop top-notch stories.
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Original broadcast - March 16, 2016 Being a little one can be an emotional roller coaster! There are lots of big feelings and relationships with highs, and lows, twists and turns. Early educators need all of the tools and strategies they can get to help children manage the ride! Books are the perfect tools to engage and inspire children with stories that include social-emotional concepts. Books with themes related to big feelings open doors for conversations and help children grapple with issues that might ordinarily go unaddressed. This unique webinar presented by expert educators and teacher trainers, Jacky Howell and Kimberly Reinhard, will include a roundup of some of the most captivating children’s books that encourage social emotional development and spark children’s play. Join us to learn about some of the best children’s literature that is focused on exploring social and emotional themes.
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Original broadcast - May 2, 2017 Did you know that Halloween is only 6 months away? Now’s the perfect time to assess your horror collections and reacquaint yourself with this popular genre so that you are ready to handle the increase in demand come October. Join experienced Readers’ Advisor and international horror expert Becky Spratford for 60 minutes of vampires, ghosts, zombies and more. She will show you how to work with horror readers, explain the appeal of horror, book talk some of the genre’s most popular authors, present the current trends, and go over the most useful resources. Remember, you don’t need to be scared of your horror readers. They are not monsters, they just like to read about them.
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June 13 | 11:00am - 12:00pm (MT) Learn how your library can participate in the 8th annual Culture Days. This webinar will explore models for library branches and systems of all sizes in urban and rural contexts. Tune in for success stories, activity ideas and resources to help make your Culture Days activities a success!
Culture Days is a Canada-wide volunteer movement to raise awareness, accessibility, and participation in arts and culture. Culture Days will take place on September 29, 30 and October 1, 2017.
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June 27 | 11:00am - 12:00pm (MT) $45 for members/$55 for non-members Facing another story with just the same two families that participated last week? Using your staff to fill seats in your local author event? Is the real question for Trivia Night, 'Who will show up'? Maybe the next question should be 'Why is this a library program'?
Bancroft Public Library CEO Chris Stephenson and Hastings Highlands Public Library CEO Kimberly McMunn share actual case studies of the trials and triumphs of rural library outreach and the move to performance measures for programming. Learn about using outcome-based evaluation as a powerful tool to help tailor your programs, report the difference you make, and improve library service.
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June 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) $45 for members/$55 for non-members Public libraries are an important community space for adults with developmental disabilities. Despite this, young people with developmental disabilities are often underrepresented in library programs. Learn how Burlington Public Library is using a community-led approach to create equitable library service for teens and young adults with developmental disabilities by listening to local families, collaborating with community, and empowering teen volunteers to create successful programs for their peers.
We will explore how we are building a welcoming and inclusive space for this demographic by adapting maker activities, facilitating multi-sensory experiences, and nurturing peer relationships.
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Original broadcast - April 10, 2015 If you’re not planning to offer an Adult Summer Reading Program, WHY NOT? Adults are people, too, and having a Summer Reading Program is a great way to show them your library cares. Did you know participants in Adult Summer Reading Programs:
- Have families who also participate?
- Are looking for ways to stay active and involved?
- Become library advocates? VOTE for Library funding?
Now that you know why you should have a program, join Santa Clara City Library Librarian, Morgan Pershing and Simi Valley Public Library Director, Heather Cousin, as they share the nuts and bolts of creating a successful Adult Summer Reading Program at your library.
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Original broadcast - April 26, 2017 Join Brian Pichman as he uncovers the world of microcomputing; which are low cost, small computers (ranging from the size of a credit card to a stack of credit cards). Brian will cover Raspberry Pi’s and how they can be used in your library; from attendance counters, event displays, library programming and more.
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Original broadcast - May 4, 2017 When it comes to getting students ready for 21st-century careers, coding often tops the list of skills needed. But getting started can seem overwhelming. What’s more, coding languages and platforms are constantly changing. How can educators introduce and support programming around coding even without a ton of experience?
In this timely webinar, you’ll hear directly from expert educators about how they brought coding and creativity to their classrooms. You’ll also learn how tools like littleBits can give students the foundations in engineering and coding that will be useful no matter what changes lie around the corner.
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Animation lab for kids : fun projects for visual storytelling and making art move by Laura BellmontIn Animation Lab for Kids, artists, teachers, and authors Laura Bellmont and Emily Brink present exciting, fun, hands-on projects that teach kids a range of animation techniques. From the classic zoetrope, flip book, and cel methods (which don't require any devices or technology) to different methods of shooting, the lessons require no previous experience for either child or adult.
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Out of the box by Jemma WestingProvides step-by-step instructions for creating objects out of such cardboard materials as boxes and tubes, including a zebra mask, a theater, a penguin family, and a pirate ship.
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June 7 | 12:30pm - 2:00pm $55 US for individuals / $110 US for groups of 3+ Information on sexuality and gender identity can be hard to find, and sometimes patrons are uncomfortable asking and discussing these topics. In this workshop, Jessica Jupitus will provide you with informative ways on how you can create a warm and welcoming space with visible allies to serve the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA) community and help develop your library services all at the same time. You’ll come out of the session with great programming ideas and strategies to get your administration and community on board.
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June 8 | 10:00am - 11:00am (MT) Want to know how to create visual slides? Manipulate images? Master animations? Make it interactive? And produce presentations that will astound your audience? Then join us for a master class in ways to capture your audience’s attention and help them learn.
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June 16 | 11:00am - 12:00pm Join library experts and hundreds of your colleagues for interactive discussions on pressing issues in modern librarianship. American Libraries Live webcasts cover the full spectrum of library topics and give the ALA community a chance to learn about and discuss issues it deals with daily. Each program lasts 60 minutes.
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This 1 hour session is intended for librarians and others who would like to learn more about the searching experience on the EBSCOhost interface. The session will cover the different search modes, how to refine results using the Narrow By and limiters as well as printing, emailing and saving results.
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June 21 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm (MT) $199 Relationships are key in the business world … and everywhere else. Yet it’s hard to build a relationship with a co-worker who gets on your nerves or a negative and demanding client who won’t listen to reason. Bad attitudes or unusual personality quirks can put a damper on collaboration and productivity and make a day at the office a miserable experience.
Stress-free Relationships: How to Work With Any Personality is a Webinar that makes it easier to work with difficult people. In just one hour, you’ll gain a new understanding of challenging personality types and how best to interact. You’ll get tips on how to manage your own emotions. And you’ll discover how to build better work relationships … with even the most challenging people.
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Original broadcast - April 28, 2017 In this webinar, you'll learn 10 animation techniques that actually help your audience understand and remember concepts. Ellen will include two of the newest exciting features of PowerPoint but most techniques will work in any version. Discover how to turn your concepts into animations that explain and illuminate.
You'll also discover which type of animation you should never use, because it will annoy your audience and maybe even give them a headache!
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Original broadcast - May 2, 2017 This webinar will discuss some of the most important topics surrounding the management of all of your digital "stuff" including photos, files, and email. Librarians will learn some best practices for file naming and organization--all of which can be shared with their users. How to batch-change file names and keywords and the best backup options will also be included.
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*subscription required You can't solve a problem unless you can get to the cause—and sometimes there's more than one. In this course, learn techniques for identifying the root cause of a problem, generating options, and selecting the best solution. Chris Croft takes you through several methods for identifying what's actually causing a problem, including looking at the whole system when a problem is actually a symptom of a larger issue. He also explains how to generate potential solutions using mind maps and decision trees, how to boost your creativity to help you come up with more insightful options, and how to use both logic and your intuition to select the right solution to your problem.
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June 6, 2017 - June 19, 2017 $150 US Are you looking for creative new ways to raise awareness of your services and engage the members of your community who might not use the library? Pop-ups are a powerful tool for boosting library visibility and actively engaging with non-users. By getting out of the stacks and into your community you can provide access to services and collections at highly visible, well-trafficked spaces.
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June 6, 2017 - July 3, 2017 $200 US During this course you will see how technology trends affect libraries in general and your library specifically. You’ll look at innovation cycles in consumer technology and how they influence your library and your community. As you learn how to move from trend to task, you’ll be able to envision how trends can be implemented in a library setting, as well as how to improve on existing technology.
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July 11 | 12:00pm (MT) $199 Customer service is one of the most demanding jobs on the planet. You have to be respectful, professional and helpful, no matter what the situation or who you’re dealing with.
This can be hard when you’re dealing with customers who are rude and confrontational, even bordering on abusive! Handling Confrontational Customers shows you how to use your voice and word choice to control and calm the situation. You’ll even get some great techniques for quickly de-stressing—so you can stay positive and not let one bad apple affect your next interaction … or the rest of your day!
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Think of LinkedIn as the social network of the working world, used by companies, professionals, and job-seekers alike. Post your work credentials, connect with colleagues, and endorse each other's skills. Search for a new job, or find fresh talent for your own business. Discuss career issues that matter to you on message forums. LinkedIn lets you do all that and more.
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$20 In many organizations it is common to find people suffering from the adverse effects of stress. Left unmanaged, stress can lead to unproductive patterns and result in loss of focus and productivity at work. This webinar will help participants identify personal stress factors and introduce them to practical methods for successfully managing stress.
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12 tips for managing stress and anxiety by Maddie SpaldingOffers readers 12 tips for managing stress and anxiety, including practicing time management, staying active, and keeping a journal. Full-color spreads give readers essential facts about each tip, its benefits, and how the reader can get started today.
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August 2 - 4, 2017 Cleveland, Ohio $199 US Digipalooza is OverDrive’s international user group conference. With a unique blend of education, networking and fun, this is a can’t-miss event for anyone that works with digital media in their library or school!
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August 2 - 4, 2017 Post Falls, Idaho click here for registration rates Registration for “Renew and Reimagine”the 2017 annual PNLA conference is now open! Prepare to be soothed and delighted at the Templin’s Red Lion River Resort on the Spokane River, just across the border from Spokane, Washington and a mere 10 miles from beautiful Lake Coeur d’Alene. North Idaho and Eastern Washington feature spectacular sightseeing, fabulous restaurants, and amazing recreational opportunities making the 2017 PNLA conference a family destination event.
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August 21 - 23, 2017 Seattle, Washinton click here for registration rates Guided by a faculty of national experts, join colleagues from institutions large and small for two and a half days of instruction on best practices and practical strategies for the creation, curation, and use of digital collections. Network with colleagues who have similar challenges, interact with faculty one-on-one, and gain a comprehensive introduction to digitization and digital preservation.
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September 8, 2017 Edmonton, AB click here for registration rates Each year since 2010, Yellowhead Regional Library (YRL) has held an annual conference with the suffix "The Power of Libraries." Because we believe that libraries do have power; to be champions of information and learning, to foster creativity and innovation, and to be centres of a community that are available and welcoming.
The annual YRL conference is about coming together to share our stories and experiences. We build and strengthen the networks between library staff, managers, board members and trustees, school library staff and everyone who contributes to the power of libraries.
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September 14 - 15, 2017 Elk Point, AB $40 Registration for Northern Lights Library System's annual conference is now open. Keynote speaker will be John Chrastka, executive director of EveryLibrary, the first US political action committee for libraries.
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Edmonton, AB $254 Netspeed is the place where people who work in and with libraries come together to explore all things technology. Delegates can learn together, share ideas and innovations, collaborate on projects, or just straight-up geek out about issues revolving around technology in our industry. Netspeed serves a variety of interests and levels of "techniness". Whether you are a hard-core coder wanting to hack something new, a busy manager needing to negotiate tech budgets and staff onboarding, or a public service librarian carrying out a social media campaign, we have something for you.
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Addison, Texas Early bird registration $349 US (ends July 28) / Regular price $425 US This conference is designed for library employees of any level who are involved in marketing, communication, public relations, social media, and outreach in academic, public, and special libraries. The sessions will explore issues that are important for this niche of library work, and the conference will include time for attendees to network and to discuss mutual challenges.
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July 12 | 12:30pm - 2:00pm $60 US for individuals / $120 US for groups of 3+ In this workshop, Mark Aaron Polger and Amy F. Stempler, library professionals who’ve conducted a four year long study at the College of Staten Island, CUNY that involved an extensive signage audit and replacement project, will provide you with the top ten tips to follow when preparing new signage for your library. They will discuss what constitutes “bad” and “good” signage and the importance of developing a signage policy to ensure consistency in design and overall language. Other topics that will be addressed will be placement, ADA compliancy, branding, design, verbiage, and the use of images, language, and font. You’ll come out of this workshop with the best practices to assess your current signage and develop improved signage for your institution.
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Original broadcast - January 21, 2016 Join us as we talk about Podcasts – what they are, why we listen to them, and how your library can make thoughtful, engaging audio that keeps your community coming back. Listeners will leave with new listening recommendations, library specific casts to catch, and step by step instructions for recording and distributing your homegrown podcasts for free as well as an overview of the least expensive hosted options.
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Librarians in the 21st Century: Designing a Career Strategy for Evolving Roles and Opportunities SCRLC (South Central Regional Library Council) Original broadcast - September 27, 2016 As the information world transitions into the 21st century, so too must information professionals. For anyone making a transition, whether you are a recent library school graduate, job hunting, changing jobs or advancing your career, this session will cover the evolving roles and opportunities in the information profession, what this means for librarians, and how to design a career strategy to keep your skills current with the shifting profession.
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Original broadcast - January 12, 2017 The Public Library Association's field-driven initiative, Project Outcome, is a FREE online toolkit offering an innovative and easy-to-use platform for public libraries to measure the impact of their programs and services. Staff are able to easily measure patron outcomes using the field-tested surveys, quickly analyze their data using ready-made reports and interactive data dashboards, and take action using the results. For the first time, public libraries have access to an aggregated set of outcome measurement data and analysis tools they can use to affect change within their communities and beyond.
This on-demand webinar provides an overview of the toolkit and examples of how libraries have been able to benefit from using Project Outcome.
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Disclaimer: The links provided in this newsletter are intended to inform subscribers about information and learning opportunities that may be of interest. Inclusion in this newsletter does not constitute a recommendation by Marigold Library System or its staff members. |
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