February Free library training events

Here is the monthly list of free library training events compiled by Jamie Markus of the Wyoming State Library. Please contact the sponsoring agency if you have questions about any event. Please share this list with staff and colleagues. Thanks!

TITLES OF FEBRUARY PROGRAMS:

Seven Futures of American Education:  Improving Teaching and Learning in a Screen Captured World

Building Library Support Within Your Business Community

Jump Start Your Grant Seeking

Managing Difficult Volunteer Transitions

Grantseeking Basics

Streamlining Nonprofit Organizations: It’s All About the Cloud

Digital Preservation, Part 1: Inventory and Selection

Collaboration: What Works and Why

Trustee Orientation

Changing the DNA of Scholarly Publishing: The Impact of Born Digital Content on the Scholarly Community Today

Adding Social Media to Your Marketing Plan

An Introduction to the Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC) Program

How To Add Subtitles to ANY Video Using Universal Subtitles

Self-Directed Achievement: if you give library staff an hour

Social Media and Volunteer Engagement

Trustee Orientation

Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC) Preparing a Portfolio

Digitization 101

Basic PC Troubleshooting

Database of the Month: Resources for Black History Month

What Executive Directors Desperately Need to Know About Fundraising

Introduction to Finding Funders

Seed Saving for Libraries

Managing for People Who Hate Managing

Engaging Audiences with Data Visualization

How Libraries can meet the Evolving Needs of Patrons in the Digital Age

Building a Research Commons in a University Library

Crisis Communications for Nonprofits

What Your Tech Wants You to Know

Designing Interactive Library Spaces

Mobile Services: The Library in Your Pocket

Where Do I Go From Here? Evolving your Volunteer Program for More Involvement

Are Books Your Brand? How Libraries Can Stay Relevant to Readers

YA Announcements: Spring Sneak Peek

The Game is Afoot: Spring Mystery Announcements

Digital Preservation, Part 1: Inventory and Selection (Storage and Protect Modules)

Breezing Along with the RML

Realize Your Mission: How to Use Employee Engagement to Reach Your Goals

How To Create A Newsletter That Donors Read and Respond To

Proposal Writing Basics

Balancing Collection Supply and Demand in Public Libraries: How Using Evidence Can Help Serve Patrons Better

Digital Preservation for the Rest of Us: What's in it for Librarians and Library Users

The Future of Online Learning: a changing landscape

Spotlight on National Library of Medicine Resources

Social Change Anytime Everywhere: Best Practices to Build a Multichannel Campaign Plan

Big Talk From Small Libraries 2013 (Multiple Programs)

*I’m Gonna Make You Famous: Raising Awareness and Building Community on a Three-Inch Screen

*A Community Working Together

*Using Social Media in a Small Library

*Reaching New Readers Through Writing

*Manor Ink: Library-based, Youth-led News

*Yoga @ The Library

*Kitchen Creations at the Library

*A Destination Library on a Dime

*Oldies Night @ the Library

*Circulating Electronics: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly

*Programming on a Shoestring Budget

*Small Information Campaign Gets Big Numbers at the Polls

 

PROGRAM ABSTRACTS & LOGIN INFORMATION:

February 1 (12-1 pm)

Seven Futures of American Education:  Improving Teaching and Learning in a Screen Captured World (TLT Group)

Steve Gilbert interviews John Sener who offers the perspectives of author and parent; of observation, theory, and immersion. From his book: “Strategies for re-empowering learning and teaching, such as learning-centered engagement, learner-generated content, and sensible assessment can enhance the value of the interpersonal interactions which are at the heart of learning and teaching."

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://tltgroup.roundtablelive.org/events?eventId=610528&EventViewMode=EventDetails

February 5 (10-11 am)

Building Library Support Within Your Business Community (Washington State Library)

The Spokane Public Library is receiving 5-10 reference referrals per day from the greater Spokane business community, and it is increasing. Come find out what efforts led to this surge of library usage by the local business community and how you might replicate it in yours. Participants will learn how to engage with their local business community, develop a sense of what works well to draw them in, and discuss strategies to put the gears into motion!

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.sos.wa.gov/library/libraries/firsttuesdays/

February 5 (12-1 pm)

Jump Start Your Grant Seeking (TechSoup)

Jeremy Smith, GrantStation's communications and technology director, will provide a short tour of the GrantStation website. He will also talk about how a GrantStation membership can provide you with full access to the website, including a searchable database of thousands of private, corporate, and international grantmakers, as well as a list of current federal grant programs.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.techsoup.org/support/support-webinars/default

February 5 (12-1 pm)

Managing Difficult Volunteer Transitions (VolunteerMatch)

What do you do when it's time to ask a volunteer to leave your organization? This webinar will give you the tools to address challenges around difficult volunteers, including volunteers aging in place and entrenched volunteers. You'll also learn how to minimize these situations in the future. Suggestions for determining when a volunteer should be terminated, and making it easier on you, other volunteers, and staff will be presented. The role that risk management plays in these decisions will also be included.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://learn.volunteermatch.org/webinars/managing-difficult-volunteer-transitions

February 5 (1-2 pm)

Grantseeking Basics (Grantspace)

Gain an introduction to the world of foundation fundraising. Are you a representative of a nonprofit organization? Are you new to fundraising? Do you want to learn how the funding research process works, and what tools and resources are available? Learn how to become a better grantseeker! In this class we will cover: what you need to have in place before you seek a grant; the world of grantmakers; the grantseeking process; and available tools and resources.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/Grantseeking-Basics-2013-02-05-Webinar

February 5 (1-2 pm)

Streamlining Nonprofit Organizations: It’s All About the Cloud (NonProfit Webinars)

Participants will learn what cloud computing is, how it’s changing our work, and how nonprofit organizations can take advantage of cloud-based services (e.g. Salesforce, Google Docs, Dropbox) to enhance their operations in all parts of their organizations to become more efficient with their limited resources and time. At the end of the webinar, participants will leave with a list of tools and resources for further exploration, and with specific strategies about how to incorporate these tools into their day-to-day work.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/252013-streamlining-nonprofit-organizations-its-all-about-the-cloud/

February 6 (9-10 am)

Digital Preservation, Part 1: Inventory and Selection (Nebraska Library Commission)

Digital Preservation is the focus of a three-part webinar series that will help you preserve your digital content. Sponsored by the Nebraska State Historical Society and the Nebraska Library Commission, these webinars will connect you to Library of Congress training modules. The LC’s Digital Preservation Outreach Education (DPOE) program simplifies the complex world of digital preservation into six tasks modules: inventory, select, storage, protect, manage, and provide.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nlc.nebraska.gov/scripts/calendar/eventshow.asp?ProgID=11943

February 6 (11-12 pm)

Collaboration: What Works and Why (NonProfit Webinars)

It could be argued that collaboration is the quintessential characteristic of the nonprofit sector. In this webinar a panel of consultants will look at the mechanisms of and impediments to various forms of collaboration between organizations and the resources available to pursue collaboration more effectively.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/collaboration-what-works-and-why/

February 6 (11:30-1 pm)

Trustee Orientation (Washington State Library)

Washington State Library will be offering online trustee training at three different times in the first week of February.  The training will last approximately 90 minutes and will cover the following topics: responsibilities of a board member; roles of a governing library board and an advisory board; differences between roles of the library board & the library director; conduct of meetings; Open Meetings Act; what to do when the press calls and resources from the Washington State Library

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.sos.wa.gov/library/libraries/training/trainingView.aspx?event=989&audience=state

February 6 (12-1 pm)

Changing the DNA of Scholarly Publishing: The Impact of Born Digital Content on the Scholarly Community Today (Library Journal)

After 500 years of print publishing, the advent of digitization has caused a huge evolutionary leap in scholarly publishing. Content once logically packaged in a book or print journal issue has now quickly evolved not just to an online version of print but into an entirely new digitally-born method of scholarly communication. In this webcast, publishers and librarians will discuss current emerging models for scholarly communication and discuss its future.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/ 

February 6 (1-2 pm)

Adding Social Media to Your Marketing Plan (NonProfit Webinars)

Around every corner you turn these days we hear about social media, bloggers, social networking. The list goes on and on. Using social media is just one tool for developing your organization’s fundraising and marketing strategies. Social media is an entry point and can be used as part of a larger plan to help you achieve your funding goals. Taking some time to learn more about the multi-channel use of marketing your organization can have a long-term impact on the knowledge about and success of your mission.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/262013-adding-social-media-to-your-marketing-plan/

February 6 (1-2pm)

An Introduction to the Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC) Program (ALA)

LSSC will offer an hour-long webinar on the program and how it works.  The presentation will explain the value of this certification to Library Support Staff, employers, and library users. You will also have the opportunity to have all of your questions answered by program staff members.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://ala-apa.org/lssc/webinars-and-presentations/

February 7 (11-12 pm)

How To Add Subtitles to ANY Video Using Universal Subtitles (Accessible Technology Coalition)

Universal Subtitles (Amara.org) lets you and others (such as volunteers) work together to add and correct captions. If the video is already on YouTube, you may be able use the machine-generated transcript as a starting point, to speed things up. Participants will review the advantages and limitations of machine generated transcription as produced for YouTube videos; learn to edit and improve captions for videos, including those produced by others; learn options for streamlining the captioning process; and discuss strategies and considerations for planning and implementing captioning projects

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://atcoalition.org/training/how-add-subtitles-any-video-using-universal-subtitles

February 7 (11-12 pm)

Self-Directed Achievement: if you give library staff an hour (WebJunction)

This webinar shares how staff at the Tooele City Library implemented a "Self-Directed Achievement" model for staff development. "Set one training goal each week achievable in one hour." This simple directive was given to every staff member of one Utah library in September 2011. The result? A sustainable, positive culture transformation. The mechanism, called “Self-Directed Achievement,” is a consistent, agile, individualized approach to staff development in a climate of constant change

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/Self_Directed_Achievement.html

February 7 (12-1 pm)

Social Media and Volunteer Engagement (VolunteerMatch)

Volunteer engagement is changing. What do you need to know about social media as a volunteer program manager? How can you use social media to promote your volunteer opportunities and recruit volunteers? This webinar will offer an introduction to including social media in your volunteer recruitment and retention plans. You'll see examples of Twitter, Facebook and YouTube pages, as well as blogs that other nonprofits have successfully used to draw attention to their organizations and volunteer opportunities.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://learn.volunteermatch.org/webinars/social-media-and-volunteer-engagement

February 7 (3-4:30 pm OR 7-8:30 pm)

Trustee Orientation (Washington State Library)

Washington State Library will be offering online trustee training at three different times in the first week of February.  The training will last approximately 90 minutes and will cover the following topics: responsibilities of a board member; roles of a governing library board and an advisory board; differences between roles of the library board & the library director; conduct of meetings; Open Meetings Act; what to do when the press calls and resources from the Washington State Library

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.sos.wa.gov/library/libraries/training/trainingView.aspx?event=989&audience=state

February 11 (1-2 pm)

Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC) Preparing a Portfolio (ALA)

Many LSSC candidates want to prepare portfolios to meet LSSC requirements.  LSSC will offer an hour-long webinar explaining what the LSSC Program requires in a portfolio. The presentation will also give you the chance to see examples of successful submissions and learn how your portfolio will be evaluated. This webinar is open to all interested candidates.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://ala-apa.org/lssc/webinars-and-presentations/

February 12 (6-7 am OR 11-12 pm)

Digitization 101 (Libraries Thriving)

Speaker: Carolyn Runyon, The American University in Cairo

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.librariesthriving.org/component/content/article?id=70

February 12 (11:15-12 pm)

Database of the Month: Resources for Black History Month (Wyoming State Library)

Discover resources to use as we celebrate and study Black History Month.  Databases for background information, biographies,  topic papers, activities, and genealogy.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/743636374

February 12 (12-1 pm)

Basic PC Troubleshooting (TechSoup)

Does your library or organization provide computers for the public? Would you like to know more about basic troubleshooting on a Windows PC so you can minimize downtime? This introductory level webinar will introduce you to tips and techniques that will help you understand how to fix common problems.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:

http://www.techsoupforlibraries.org/events/basic-pc-troubleshooting

February 12 (1-2 pm)

What Executive Directors Desperately Need to Know About Fundraising (NonProfit Webinars)

This webinar will focus on addressing the essence of a non-profit leader’s job function – fundraising. This is ironic because the overwhelming majority of executive directors we’ve surveyed tell us it’s the part of the job they enjoy the least. We’ll focus on why leaders struggle with this most essential of tasks and what they can do to significantly direct sufficient time and effort to ensuring organizational sustainability.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/2122013-what-executive-directors-desperately-need-to-know-about/

February 12 (1-2 pm)

Introduction to Finding Funders (Grantspace)  

This session provides an introduction to the Foundation Center's comprehensive online database, Foundation Directory Online Professional. Learn how to create customized searches to develop targeted lists of foundations that will match your nonprofit organization's funding needs. We will spend time exploring Power Search, which allows you to search across nine Foundation Center databases – grantmakers, grants, companies, 990s, news, jobs, RFPs, nonprofit literature, and PubHub reports. The webinar assumes no previous experience with Foundation Directory Online Professional.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/Introduction-to-Finding-Funders-2013-02-12-Webinar

February 13 (9-10 am)

Seed Saving for Libraries (Nebraska Library Commission)

Join Seed Savers Exchange and South Sioux City Public Library on learning how to incorporate a Seed Saving program into your library. Seed Savers Exchange will talk about basic seed saving skills and Herman’s Garden (a seed donation program). The South Sioux City Library will talk about their program and also materials you can add to your collection.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nlc.nebraska.gov/scripts/calendar/eventshow.asp?ProgID=11950  

February 13 (10-11 am)

Managing for People Who Hate Managing (American  Management Association)

Nobody prepared you for having to deal with emotions and conflicts and personalities, all while trying to meet ever-greater goals and more pressing deadlines. Drawing on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®, Devora Zack explains that personality-wise and management-wise, we're either thinkers or feelers. Basically, thinkers lead with their heads and feelers lead with their hearts. Working with—rather than fighting against—your strengths is key to understanding not only how you make decisions and manage but also how people react to your decisions and respond to you.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.amanet.org/training/webcasts/Managing-for-People-Who-Hate-Managing.aspx

February 13 (11-12 pm)

Engaging Audiences with Data Visualization: Communicating your research, data, and findings to people outside your field (O-Reilly)

Engaging non-expert audiences is essential to communicating the value of one's data and research. Fortunately, we can draw on principles and practices for engagement from the fields of graphic design, interaction design, and (data) journalism. Join us for a hands-on webcast presented by Scott Murray author of Interactive Data Visualization for the Web, as he guides you through the framework of three avenues of engagement: aesthetic, narrative, and interactive.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://oreillynet.com/pub/e/2584

February 13 (11-12 pm)

How Libraries can meet the Evolving Needs of Patrons in the Digital Age (WebJunction)

Lee Rainie, Director of the Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project, will be joined by digital and library experts to discuss the findings of the Project’s most recent report, Library Services in the Digital Age, which asked a representative sample of Americans what types of services they value in their library and what types of services they would like to see their library start to offer. These findings are critical to informing the conversation on how to advance change in libraries in order to keep them relevant and responsive to communities in our increasingly digital age.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/Libraries_can_meet_the_Evolving_Needs_of_Patrons_in_Digital_Age.html

February 13 (12-1 pm)

Building a Research Commons in a University Library: Connecting Scholars with Technology, Expertise, and Each Other (Georgia Library Association)

Emory’s Robert W. Woodruff Library opened the Research Commons in the Fall of 2011. The 5,000 square foot space is dedicated to graduate students and faculty who are engaged in collaborative scholarly work which takes advantage of digital technology. This presentation will focus on the mission, the space, and the way the Research Commons takes advantage of its place in the library: the Research Commons provides neutral space where interdisciplinary groups of scholars can work collaboratively.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://gla.georgialibraries.org/mediawiki/index.php/Carterette_Series_Webinars

February 13 (1-2 pm)

Crisis Communications for Nonprofits (NonProfit Webinars)

Sexual misconduct, embezzlements, sudden changes in leadership, defunding programs, loss of accreditation, compensation issues, misuse of philanthropic funds, labor disputes… Members of the media have spent their entire careers getting ready to interview you. Doesn’t it make sense to spend just a few minutes learning why the media doesn’t cover your story or issue the way you want?  This fast-paced talk will focus on a highly-strategic approach to communicating during a wide variety of situations.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/2132013-crisis-communications-for-nonprofits/

February 13 (1-2 pm)

What Your Tech Wants You to Know (InfoPeople)

No, your library's tech staff doesn't hate you. Or try to confuse you on purpose. They even speak the same language as you do! Yet, often, conflict arises between tech and other library staff. Everyone gets frustrated, and issues don't get solved as quickly as everyone would like. Discover what you can do to make communication easier and make problem resolutions happen faster. Learn how to approach troubleshooting like your tech does, and even some basic things you can do on your own.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://infopeople.org/training/what-your-tech-wants-you-know

February 13 (1:15-2:15 pm)

Designing Interactive Library Spaces (Georgia Library Association)

Through this webinar, Dave Hesse and Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project will discuss the importance of redesigning library spaces to make them more interactive and collaborative. The Evolve Project is a collaborative platform that aims to change the way people see libraries through the injection of technology that fosters collaboration and exploration, including laser tag, Sphero Balls, Sifteo Cubes, interactive Legos, and so much more!

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://gla.georgialibraries.org/mediawiki/index.php/Carterette_Series_Webinars

February 14 (12-1 pm)

Are We Reconfigured Yet? US Research Libraries – Priorities, Trends, Directions (OCLC)

In this webinar, OCLC Research Library Partnership Vice President Jim Michalko will share a synthesis of the priorities and trends affecting US research libraries in the twenty-first century, the directions they are taking, and the ways in which OCLC Research seeks to respond to these concerns and advance the desired directions.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.oclc.org/research/events/2013/02-14.html

February 14 (12-1 pm)

Mobile Services: The Library in Your Pocket (American Libraries)

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://americanlibrarieslive.org/

February 14 (12-1 pm)

Where Do I Go From Here? Evolving your Volunteer Program for More Involvement (VolunteerMatch)

How long do volunteers usually stay with your program? Do you struggle with keeping them interested, involved and engaged? This webinar will help you think about new strategies and help you evolve your program to include new roles and responsibilities for volunteers, pathways for more involvement and leadership positions in your program, how recognition plays a role in retention, and the importance of including continuing education and professional development to keep your volunteers engaged.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://learn.volunteermatch.org/webinars/where-do-i-go-here-evolving-your-volunteer-program-more-involvement

February 14 (12-1 pm)

Are Books Your Brand? How Libraries Can Stay Relevant to Readers (Library Journal)

The core mission of libraries – providing books for readers – is as relevant today as it was years ago. In fact, it’s what people overwhelmingly identify as THE reason for libraries. Formats might change, and library patrons might only visit the library virtually, but the library is still the place where readers go to find books. Libraries should embrace this role in their communities – and become “Centers for Readers.” But how? Hear from several librarians who are keeping readers at the forefront of the library mission.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/

February 19 (12-1 pm)

YA Announcements: Spring Sneak Peek (Booklist)

Join us for this free webinar where representatives from Bloomsbury Children’s Books, Disney Book Group, Macmillan, Sourcebooks, Tor Teen, and Zonderkidz will fill you in on their budding teen titles for spring and beyond. To accommodate this bounty of books, the webinar will run an extra 15 minutes. Booklist’s Books for Youth associate editor Annie Kelley moderates this free webinar.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.booklistonline.com/GeneralInfo.aspx?id=63&AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1  

February 19 (1-2 pm)

The Game is Afoot: Spring Mystery Announcements (Library Journal)

Learn about spring’s forthcoming mystery titles during this Library Journal webcast. Mystery columnist and moderator Terry Jacobsen and representatives from Oceanview Publishing, Soho Press, Severn House, and Titan books will discuss market trends, exciting authors, and help you discover new books for your crime readers.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/

February 20 (9-10 am)

Digital Preservation, Part 1: Inventory and Selection (Nebraska Library Commission)

Digital Preservation is the focus of a three-part webinar series that will help you preserve your digital content. This session features Storage and Protect Modules: From metadata to the Cloud, learn how proper storage for digital content will preserve it well into the future. Plus, should disaster strike, is your digital content protected? Backing up your data may not be enough. Learn how to identify potential risks and how to develop policies to protect your digital content.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nlc.nebraska.gov/scripts/calendar/eventshow.asp?ProgID=11943

February 20 (10-11 am)

Breezing Along with the RML (National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Mid-Continental Region)

NN/LM MCR Coordinators present updates on Regional Medical Library activities relevant to public and health sciences librarians. This month, Rachel Vukas, Kansas/Technology Coordnator, NN/LM, will present a session on LibGuides. Barbara Jones, Missouri/Advocacy Coordinator, NN/LM, will be presenting her experiences with a book club. Contact Jim Honour, jhonour@uwyo.edu, 307-766-6537, with questions.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nnlm.gov/mcr/services/updates/index.html

February 20 (11-12 pm)

Realize Your Mission: How to Use Employee Engagement to Reach Your Goals (NonProfit Webinars)

While engagement is absolutely critical for success, many organizations misunderstand the best ways to use it to improve employee performance, productivity, and bottom line results. In this webinar we will present the fundamental principles that truly increase employee engagement. We will describe 4 steps that will lead to lasting impact on employee engagement.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/2202013-realize-your-mission-how-to-use-employee-engagement-to-reach-your-goals/

February 20 (1-2 pm)

How To Create A Newsletter That Donors Read and Respond To (NonProfit Webinars)

Are you spending precious time putting a newsletter together only to be disappointed by dismal results? Join us for this info-packed webinar to learn how to create a newsletter that communicates, educates, and raises money. You’ll learn how to plan content, what to include, and what to leave out. We’ll also talk about how to decide if your newsletter should be digital or print.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/2202013-how-to-create-a-newsletter-that-donors-read-and-respond-to/

February 20 (1-2 pm)

Proposal Writing Basics (Grantspace)

Learn the key components of a proposal to a foundation. For those new to proposal writing, this class will cover: how the proposal fits into the overall grantseeking process; what to include in a standard proposal to a foundation; tips for making each section of your proposal stronger; what funders expect to see in your proposal and attachments; tips for communicating with funders during the grant process; and additional resources on proposal writing, including sample proposals.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/Proposal-Writing-Basics-2013-02-20-Webinar

February 26 (12-1 pm)

Balancing Collection Supply and Demand in Public Libraries: How Using Evidence Can Help Serve Patrons Better (Library Journal)

In today’s climate, public libraries are becoming increasingly accountable for purchasing decisions and optimizing the performance of their collection. The harsh reality is that many of those libraries lack the tools and analysis required to make validated selection choices and collection development decisions can often be a ‘shot in the dark’. This webcast will include the personal accounts from 3 expert panelists of using evidence from collectionHQ to balance supply with demand at their institution and how they have been able to enhance the performance of their collection as a result. From a strategic to operational level, attendees will learn how collectionHQ can help their library to make informed purchasing decisions and monitor circulation with the aim of transferring seldom-used materials to those locations of increased demand.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/ 

February 26 (1-2 pm)

Digital Preservation for the Rest of Us: What's in it for Librarians and Library Users (San Jose State University)

Digital preservation is a "must-have" function for every library who purchases digital content. A digital preservation system extends the model of print journals and books on the shelf to digital media. The key is ensuring that you buy perpetual access to your content, and that your content providers support the digital preservation system that you choose. This talk introduces you to digital preservation systems, discusses preservation strategies and pitfalls, and shows you how to give library users access to preserved content.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/about-slis/colloquia/Spring%202013   

February 26 (4-5 pm)

Frankenbooks - Understanding the eBook Opportunity (Metropolitan New York Library Council)

Do ebooks change everything or are they just the same as print? Not by a long shot. What are the opportunities and what enhancements might we expect? Is this the final straw for libraries or the biggest opportunity since the web? Framing the ebook opportunity is one of the bigger challenges facing libraries of all types today. What is the future of the directory or reference book? Whither encyclopedia? What about textbooks? Is fiction different than non-fiction? What do we do about devices, apps, and more? What is the role for print? What will collections look like? This interactive webinar, led by Stephen Abram, will seek to build insight and understanding of the ebook opportunity.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://metro.org/events/288/

February 27 (11-12 pm)

The Future of Online Learning: a changing landscape (WebJunction)

As a leader in online learning for ten years, WebJunction has watched the practice evolve from the earliest webinars to the latest in social media tools. We know it has enriched lifelong learning opportunities, yet we also know the possibilities are still expanding. Join us as we explore what education innovators are doing to increase engagement through learner-centered discovery, flipped classrooms, and enhanced online learning.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/Future_of_Online_Learning.html

February 27 (1-2 pm)

Spotlight on National Library of Medicine Resources (National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Mid-Continental Region)

In this month's webinar, Marty Magee, NN/LM Nebraska/Education Coordinator, will present NIH SeniorHealth, the joint NIH and NLM resource designed for seniors. The resource was recently re-designed and Marty will review the changes. Taking the one-hour class and completing the exercises and class evaluation makes you eligible to receive 1 Medical Library Association Continuing Education credit. Direct questions to Jim Honour, jhonour@uwyo.edu or 307-766-6537.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nnlm.gov/mcr/services/updates/spotlightresources.html

February 27 (1-2 pm)

Social Change Anytime Everywhere: Best Practices to Build a Multichannel Campaign Plan (NonProfit Webinars)

From your website to social media, email to mobile messages, online to offline, multichannel strategies require coordination and creative thinking across teams and departments, and a focus on the core of your work beyond any one specific call to action. In this session, we will show you how to craft an online multichannel campaign plan to meet your mission and campaign goals, and how other organizations are successfully integrating multichannel efforts into their work.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nonprofitwebinars.com/webinar/2272013-social-change-anytime-everywhere-best-practices-to-build-a-multichannel-campaign-plan/

February 28  (8 am – 4 pm)

Big Talk From Small Libraries 2013 (Nebraska Library Commission)

This free one-day online conference is aimed at librarians from small libraries; the smaller the better. Each of our speakers will be from a small library or directly works with small libraries. Topics will range from technology (new tech and old tech) to programming to new roles for the library. Come for the programs on what you’re dealing with now, or maybe try something new. Everyone is welcome to register and attend, regardless of how big or small their library is, but if your library serves a few thousand people, or a few hundred, this is the day for you.

Programs Include:

I’m Gonna Make You Famous: Raising Awareness and Building Community on a Three-Inch Screen

A Community Working Together

Using Social Media in a Small Library

Reaching New Readers Through Writing

Manor Ink: Library-based, Youth-led News

Yoga @ The Library

Kitchen Creations at the Library

A Destination Library on a Dime

Oldies Night @ the Library

Circulating Electronics: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly

Programming on a Shoestring Budget

Small Information Campaign Gets Big Numbers at the Polls

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/registration/