Aug: Linked Data: An Update On Real-World Implementation (NFAIS)

Thursday, August 28, 2014
11:00 AM-12:30 PM (EDT)

The promise of Linked Data offers a rich network of information for the end user, making collections more discoverable throughout the wider web community.  For the content provider, anticipated benefits include greater visibility, higher ranking in search engine results, and the opportunity to create new applications, not only on existing content, but the content of others.
In this 90-minute webinar, you'll learn how Elsevier, a commercial content provider in the STM realm, and OCLC, a library member cooperative, have implemented Linked Data, and how the contexual differences have impacted the way in which each organization has chosen to implement Linked Data.  Michael Lauruhn and Ted Fons will discuss:
•    The visible and measurable results of their work with Linked Data.
•    Realized user benefits, and streamlined processes for the user experience.
•    Costs versus return on investment.
•    Implementation challenges, pitfalls, and lessons learned.
Join us on Thursday, August 28, to learn more about Linked Data, the value to content providers, and insights gained along the way.
https://nfais.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_mc&view=mc&mcid=72&eventId=441209&orgId=nfais

Aug: 5 Keys to Social Leadership Development (BizLibrary)

Thursday, August 28th, 2014 - 1:00PM-2:00PM CDT

What does leadership even look like today? What are the opportunities for learning and development in our more collaborative and social workplaces? And how can we adapt, move forward and develop leaders well-equipped to thrive in this fast changing world?

Successful organizations adopt leadership models that meet two critical types of leadership challenges:current and future. In this webinar we'll discuss:

    The social leadership model.
    Influential factors that may mitigate in favor of adopting this model or even parts of this leadership model for your organization.
    The characteristics and traits common in effective social leaders.
    Emerging competencies that might be important to develop in social leaders in your organization.

This webinar is pre-approved for 1 hour CE credit for HR.

Not sure if you can attend? Register anyway, we'll send a follow-up email to all registrants with a link to the webinar recording and follow-up information.

http://marketing.bizlibrary.com/socialleadership

Aug: Succession Planning (BizLibrary)

Tuesday, August 26th, 2014 - 1:00PM-2:00PM CDT

Succession planning success hinges on whether or not organizations effectively develop and nurture their next generation of leaders. We typically see this aspect of succession planning referred to as “high potential” development and it’s frequently just shortened to the term “HIPO.”

    Selection of participants
    Building effective development plans

In this webinar we will discuss:

    Emerging thought leadership on the organizational/strategic perspective of succession planning
    The selection of participants – deciding whom to groom
    Practical tips and suggestions for creating a development plan for your own high potential employees

BizLibrary’s complimentary webinars are pre-approved by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) for recertification credit towards PHR, SPHR and Global GPHR certifications.

Not sure if you can attend? Register anyway, we'll send a follow-up email to all registrants with a link to the webinar recording and follow-up information.

http://marketing.bizlibrary.com/succession-planning

Aug: Coaching Skills for Managers and Leaders (BizLibrary)

Tuesday, August 19th, 2014 - 1:00PM-2:00PM CDT

What are the obligations of managers? It varies from organization to organization based upon a number of factors such as industry, culture, department, skill level of the team, etc. Regardless of the organization, at the very heart of this question lies a dilemma. In this webinar we'll discuss:

    Why coaching skills are important
    Traditional coaching models and how we can improve them
    Emerging principles and competencies for managers and leaders
    The difference between coaching and mentoring

This webinar is pre-approved for 1 hour CE credit for HR.

Not sure if you can attend? Register anyway, we'll send a follow-up email to all registrants with a link to the webinar recording and follow-up information.

http://marketing.bizlibrary.com/coachingskills

Aug: Next Generation Learning Strategies (BizLibrary)

Tuesday, August 12th, 2014 - 1:00PM-2:00PMCDT

Tuesday, August 12th, 2014 - 1:00PM-2:00PMCDT

Tuesday, August 12th, 2014 - 1:00PM-2:00PMCDT

Tuesday, August 12, 2014 - 1-2pm CDT

What are your employees (or students) learning today? Or maybe a better question might be - are they learning today? If you aren't certain of the answer to either question, or the answer to either question is negative, you might have a problem. And the problem might not be your students, either.

The work world changed. It's changed a lot, however our approach to most employee learning challenges hasn’t changed very much in a generation. Most employee learning strategies focus on the methods of delivery such as how many classroom sessions will be delivered or how many online courses everybody might take. The objectives of nearly all current learning strategies are to either improve current skills or teach employees to solve known problems.

In this webinar, we'll explore what a next generation of learning strategies might include, how to develop such a strategy for your organization and how you can begin taking action right away to build an effective employee learning program.

BizLibrary’s complimentary webinars are pre-approved by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) for recertification credit towards PHR, SPHR and Global GPHR certifications.

Not sure if you can attend? Register anyway, we'll send a follow-up email to all registrants with a link to the webinar recording and follow-up information.
http://marketing.bizlibrary.com/nextgen

Aug: Sink or Swim: Supporting the Transition to New Manager (BizLibrary)

Thursday, August 7th, 2014 - 1:00PM-2:00PM CDT

60% of frontline managers fail within the first two years in their role. 26% felt they were not ready for the role, and 58% reported receiving no management training. What can you do to turn these numbers around? This one-hour webinar is best suited to people who need to develop specific strategies and tactics to help new managers succeed. A crucial element to success is training as your newly promoted managers transition to roles that require new, and frequently unfamiliar, skills and competencies. Topics we'll discuss:

    Change Management
    Leadership
    Communication
    Coaching
    Collaboration
    Supervision and Legal Awareness

This webinar is pre-approved for 1 hour CE credit for HR.

Not sure if you can attend? Register anyway, we'll send a follow-up email to all registrants with a link to the webinar recording and follow-up information.

http://marketing.bizlibrary.com/sinkorswim

Aug: Statistical Resources (National Network of Libraries of Medicine)

August 27 (1-2 pm) Mountain 

FREE monthly webinar sponsored by the MidContinental Region.Coordinators offer tips and tricks on National Library of Medicine (NLM) and related resources.  This month, Rachel Vukas, Kansas/Technology Coordinator, discusses some statistical resources available from the National Library of Medicine and related organizations.

No registration required. For more information, visit:  http://nnlm.gov/mcr/services/updates/spotlightresources.html  or contact Jim Honour at jhonour@uwyo.edu or 307-766-6537.

Aug: Introduction to the American Community Survey (U.S. Census)

August 27 (11 am – 12 pm) Mountain

Discover the detailed social, economic, and housing statistics that the American Community Survey (ACS) provides for every community every year. You will learn about basics of the yearly estimates and datasets produced from the ACS, resources available on our website (census.gov/acs), and how to access our statistical products via American FactFinder.

For more information and to register for this program: http://www.census.gov/mso/www/training/

Aug: Tech Talk with Michael Sauers: RFID, Checkout Kiosks, Security Gates, and … a New Way to Check Out (Nebraska Library Commission)

August 27 (9-10 am) Mountain

In this monthly feature of NCompass Live, the NLC’s Technology Innovation Librarian, Michael Sauers, will discuss the tech news of the month and share new and exciting tech for your library. There will also be plenty of time in each episode for you to ask your tech questions. So, bring your questions with you, or send them in ahead of time, and Michael will have your answers.

For more information and to register for this program: http://nlc.nebraska.gov/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL

Aug: Database of the Month: Smithsonian Collections Online (Wyoming State Library)

August 26 (11:15 am – 12 pm) Mountain

Browse magazines, search topics, explore collections. Smithsonian Collections Online include Smithsonian Magazine and Air & Space Magazine, plus, two collections: World's Fairs and Expositions: Visions of Tomorrow and Trade Literature and the Merchandizing of Industry. Join Chris Van Burgh for a look at the valuable resource.

For more information, or to register: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/570074150

Aug: MedlinePlus: Power Searching for Hidden Treasures (Infopeople)

August 21 (1-2 pm) Mountain

This webinar is on Medline Plus. Please see link for additional information as it becomes available.

For more information and to register for this program: https://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar

Aug: Transitioning from Sage on the Stage to Engaging Learning: Tips and tricks for presenting to adults (Colorado State Library)

August 21 (12-1 pm) Mountain

Tired of attending the same old presentations? Want to learn how to truly engage with your audience? Whether delivering presentations online or in person, attendee interaction and engagement are central to learning. In this highly interactive session we will uncover the power of experiential, collaborative learning, and brainstorm ways to make your presentations more interactive

For more information and to register for this program http://cslinsession.cvlsites.org/

Aug: Going Digital (Lyrasis)

August 19 (12-1 pm) Mountain

Join us for a one hour free webinar that briefly introduces the critical components of digital content creation and collection development.

For more information and to register for this program: http://www.lyrasis.org/classes-and-events/Pages/Free-Events.aspx

Aug: Proposal Budgeting Basics (Grantspace)

August 18 (1-2 pm) Mountain

This session, geared to the novice grantseeker, will cover such topics as what is included under the "personnel" section and how to calculate it?; what level of detail do you need to include for non-personnel expenses?; how do you determine reasonable costs?; what types of expenses are considered "overhead"?; and what other financial documents will funders want to see? Prior attendance at Proposal Writing Basics is strongly recommended.

For more information and to register for this program: http://grantspace.org/classroom/training-calendar/online

 

Aug: Building an Accessibility Program in Your Organization (Accessible Technology Coalition)

August 14 (12-1) Mountain

Tired of solving one accessibility problem, only to see another just like it pop up a week later? Exhausted from running around fighting accessibility fires, all on your own with a tiny spray bottle? It's time to put accessibility on a mature organizational basis. Learn how to build a sustainable accessibility program within your agency, company, or educational institution.

For more information and to register for this program: http://atcoalition.org/trainings

Aug: Proposal Writing Basics (Grantspace)

August 14 (12-1 pm) Mountain

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: http://grantspace.org/classroom/training-calendar/online

Aug: Introduction to Finding Funders (Grantspace)

August 13 (12-1 pm) Mountain

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 IssueLab reports. The webinar assumes no previous experience with Foundation Directory Online Professional.

For more information and to register for this program: http://grantspace.org/classroom/training-calendar/online

Aug: Grantseeking Basics (Grantspace)

August 12 (12-1 pm) Mountain

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: http://grantspace.org/classroom/training-calendar/online