Apr: Effective Public Speaking (American Alliance of Museums)

April 9 (12-1:30 pm Mountain)

Public speaking is a vital professional skill, yet not everyone is an effective public speaker. Learn to be a better communicator as we explore, through practical video demonstrations, techniques and tips to help you overcome some common pitfalls of public speaking.

For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.aam-us.org/resources/online-programs

Apr: DIY Video Creation (Georgia Library Association)

April 9 (12-1 pm Mountain)

Library users are increasingly online. Our libraries have the opportunity to reinforce the storytime environment, programs, and library products using video. Learn about cameras, filming, editing tools, and uploading video content to incorporate video into your library’s offerings.

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

Apr: The Online Learner: Sinking or Swimming? (WebJunction)

April 3 (12-1 pm Mountain)

The "learner at the center" has become a core strategy in education and training. Strategies like flipped classrooms, MOOCs, or peer collaborations are all part of a trend toward very personalized learning—"me-learning." These trends increasingly emphasize online learning environments that are learner-initiated, learner activated, and learner-constructed. How can individuals prepare to own their own learning and how can administrators help them stay afloat? Presenters from WebJunction and Learning Round Table will share their discoveries about the future of learning and strategies for supporting and empowering the learner.

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