5 week class beginning February 2, 2015
https://www.coursera.org/specialization/cloudcomputing/19
This course (via Coursera) will be broken up into 5 weekly modules covering the following topics:
Week 1: Orientation, Intro to Clouds, MapReduce
Week 2: Gossip, Membership, Grids
Week 3: P2P Systems
Week 4: Key-Value Stores, Time and Ordering
Week 5: Snapshots, Multicast, Paxos
This Cloud Computing Specialization takes you on a tour inside, outside, and underneath, cloud computing systems. We start inside in the middle layer with the Cloud Computing Concepts course which covers core distributed systems concepts used inside clouds, and we then follow up with the upper layer course of Cloud Applications and the lower layer course of Cloud Networking. The Specialization concludes with a Capstone project that allows you to apply the skills you've learned throughout the courses.
Saturday, January 31, 2015
Feb'15: ALA Midwinter Academic Technology Wrap-Up
Thursday, February 5, 2015
1:00pm ET | 12:00pm CT | 11:00am MT | 10:00am PT
Join us for this free 2015 Midwinter Academic Tech Wrap-Up Webinar! Our expert panel will discuss the technology trends and developments they observed during the conference and give you their unique perspective. This way, if you miss out or want to get the academic experts’ perspective on what went on technology-wise at the 2015 ALA Midwinter Meeting, you still can!
https://alapublishing.webex.com/mw0401lsp11/mywebex/default.do?nomenu=true&siteurl=alapublishing&service=6&rnd=0.6596093473493272&main_url=https%3A%2F%2Falapublishing.webex.com%2Fec0701lsp11%2Feventcenter%2Fevent%2FeventAction.do%3FtheAction%3Ddetail%26confViewID%3D1751096674%26%26EMK%3D4832534b00000002db0460ea3948baef1d15d781aedaaad777148b077889f8a10375cc4f42d9f603%26%26%26siteurl%3Dalapublishing
1:00pm ET | 12:00pm CT | 11:00am MT | 10:00am PT
Join us for this free 2015 Midwinter Academic Tech Wrap-Up Webinar! Our expert panel will discuss the technology trends and developments they observed during the conference and give you their unique perspective. This way, if you miss out or want to get the academic experts’ perspective on what went on technology-wise at the 2015 ALA Midwinter Meeting, you still can!
https://alapublishing.webex.com/mw0401lsp11/mywebex/default.do?nomenu=true&siteurl=alapublishing&service=6&rnd=0.6596093473493272&main_url=https%3A%2F%2Falapublishing.webex.com%2Fec0701lsp11%2Feventcenter%2Fevent%2FeventAction.do%3FtheAction%3Ddetail%26confViewID%3D1751096674%26%26EMK%3D4832534b00000002db0460ea3948baef1d15d781aedaaad777148b077889f8a10375cc4f42d9f603%26%26%26siteurl%3Dalapublishing
Feb-Apr'15: Building Mobile Experiences (MITx via EdX)
12 week course begins February 2, 2015
https://www.edx.org/course/building-mobile-experiences-mitx-21w-789x
Based on a popular MIT class that has been taught since 2006 by Frank Bentley of Yahoo Labs and Ed Barrett, a Senior Lecturer at MIT, this course will explore what makes mobile devices unique. A primary focus will be on studying existing behavior and using key findings for design. While writing the code for an app is a part of the class, the majority of the topics will cover designing and evaluating a unique mobile experience. Along the way, you will have opportunities to share your work with other students from around the world! Java experience (or Objective C for iOS users) and a smartphone are required.
All required readings are available within the courseware, courtesy of The MIT Press. A print version of the course textbook, Building Mobile Experiences, is also available for purchase. The MIT Press is offering enrolled students a special 30% discount on books ordered directly through the publisher’s website. To take advantage of this offer, please use promotion code BME30 at The MIT Press site.
https://www.edx.org/course/building-mobile-experiences-mitx-21w-789x
Based on a popular MIT class that has been taught since 2006 by Frank Bentley of Yahoo Labs and Ed Barrett, a Senior Lecturer at MIT, this course will explore what makes mobile devices unique. A primary focus will be on studying existing behavior and using key findings for design. While writing the code for an app is a part of the class, the majority of the topics will cover designing and evaluating a unique mobile experience. Along the way, you will have opportunities to share your work with other students from around the world! Java experience (or Objective C for iOS users) and a smartphone are required.
All required readings are available within the courseware, courtesy of The MIT Press. A print version of the course textbook, Building Mobile Experiences, is also available for purchase. The MIT Press is offering enrolled students a special 30% discount on books ordered directly through the publisher’s website. To take advantage of this offer, please use promotion code BME30 at The MIT Press site.
Thursday, January 29, 2015
Feb'15: It’s All About Choice, Baby! Flipping the Professional Development Model for Librarians (Colorado State Library)
Thursday, Feb. 26 (3:30-4:30 pm Mountain)
Does the professional development you provide for your staff elicit more groans than cheers? Would you rather offer PD that is useful and engaging? After years of experimenting, we found a PD model that is more dynamic, offers more choices, and encourages leadership from within the group you are coaching, mentoring, etc. Using a combination of the flipped model and the workshop model, we created PD that puts our librarians in control of their own learning. Come learn how we did it and how to replicate it with your staff, in your own library or library district!
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://cslinsession.cvlsites.org/
Does the professional development you provide for your staff elicit more groans than cheers? Would you rather offer PD that is useful and engaging? After years of experimenting, we found a PD model that is more dynamic, offers more choices, and encourages leadership from within the group you are coaching, mentoring, etc. Using a combination of the flipped model and the workshop model, we created PD that puts our librarians in control of their own learning. Come learn how we did it and how to replicate it with your staff, in your own library or library district!
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://cslinsession.cvlsites.org/
Feb'15: Managing Chaos: Digital Governance by Design (O’Reilly)
Thursday, Feb. 26 (12-1 pm Mountain)
Organizations spend a lot of time debating over who gets to make decisions about the nature of websites, apps, and content. Sometimes the debates are so fierce that organizations are almost at a standstill when it comes to digital development or they find that their organization is creating a cacophony of digital artifacts, a big dis-integrated mess that leaves users frustrated and sometimes leads to out and out business liability. Organizations like these need to take the time to clarify role sand responsibilities for digital development—this is the domain of digital governance.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.oreilly.com/webcasts/
Organizations spend a lot of time debating over who gets to make decisions about the nature of websites, apps, and content. Sometimes the debates are so fierce that organizations are almost at a standstill when it comes to digital development or they find that their organization is creating a cacophony of digital artifacts, a big dis-integrated mess that leaves users frustrated and sometimes leads to out and out business liability. Organizations like these need to take the time to clarify role sand responsibilities for digital development—this is the domain of digital governance.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.oreilly.com/webcasts/
Feb'15: Discover National Library of Medicine Resources: ToxNet Changes/Interface with National Training Center (National Network of Libraries of Medicine)
Wednesday, Feb. 25 (1-2 pm Mountain)
Coordinators from the Regional Medical Library will present information on ToxNet Changes/Interface with National Training Center.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nnlm.gov/mcr/services/updates/spotlightresources.html
Coordinators from the Regional Medical Library will present information on ToxNet Changes/Interface with National Training Center.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://nnlm.gov/mcr/services/updates/spotlightresources.html
Feb'15: Accessing Federal electronic records at the National Archives (North Carolina Library Association)
Wednesday, Feb. 25 (10-11 am Mountain)
Help! I’m an Accidental Government Information Librarian presents ...
For well over a century, the U.S. government has produced an ever increasing volume and array of electronic records. These records range from World War II Army enlistment data to 1970s State Department telegrams to 2010 home mortgage data. But once the creating agency no longer has a need for the electronic records, where do they go? The National Archives accessions, preserves, and provides access to U.S. Federal Government electronic records of permanent value. This webinar will provide an overview on the types of government electronic records, especially data, available at the National Archives and how to access it.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.nclaonline.org/date-browser
Help! I’m an Accidental Government Information Librarian presents ...
For well over a century, the U.S. government has produced an ever increasing volume and array of electronic records. These records range from World War II Army enlistment data to 1970s State Department telegrams to 2010 home mortgage data. But once the creating agency no longer has a need for the electronic records, where do they go? The National Archives accessions, preserves, and provides access to U.S. Federal Government electronic records of permanent value. This webinar will provide an overview on the types of government electronic records, especially data, available at the National Archives and how to access it.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.nclaonline.org/date-browser
Feb'15: Influence when you have no power or authority (Utah State Library)
Tuesday, Feb. 24 (12-1 pm Mountain)
Regardless of whether you have a great deal of positional power or authority or none at all, you can exert meaningful influence and help bring about the future you prefer. Using proven techniques grounded in a simple model of coaching, and practicing emotionally and socially intelligent behaviors, you can learn to bring yourself into a state of greater resourcefulness, focus your attention and energy, get into action, and exert purposeful influence in any situation.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://heritage.utah.gov/library/workshops
Regardless of whether you have a great deal of positional power or authority or none at all, you can exert meaningful influence and help bring about the future you prefer. Using proven techniques grounded in a simple model of coaching, and practicing emotionally and socially intelligent behaviors, you can learn to bring yourself into a state of greater resourcefulness, focus your attention and energy, get into action, and exert purposeful influence in any situation.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://heritage.utah.gov/library/workshops
Feb'15: Proposal Budgeting Basics (GrantSpace)
Monday, Feb. 23 (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"? What other financial documents will funders want to see?
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://grantspace.org/classroom/training-calendar/online
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"? What other financial documents will funders want to see?
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://grantspace.org/classroom/training-calendar/online
Feb'15: Trigger your Transformation: 5 Steps to Creating your own Individual Development Plan to determine your focus & future (InSync)
Monday, Feb. 23 (12-1 pm Mountain)
Join facilitator Trish Uhl and the team @ InSync for this strategic planning session where you'll make this the year you connect with purpose; spend the time to create your own unique Individual Development Plan (IDP); and take your turn at putting it into practice to achieve your dreams and become the person you aspire to be.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://us.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs/
Join facilitator Trish Uhl and the team @ InSync for this strategic planning session where you'll make this the year you connect with purpose; spend the time to create your own unique Individual Development Plan (IDP); and take your turn at putting it into practice to achieve your dreams and become the person you aspire to be.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://us.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs/
Feb'15: The Way Forward (GALE Geek)
Friday, Feb. 20 (9-10 am Mountain)
Spend some time with Joe Janes thinking and talking about how to think and talk about the future of libraries. Joseph Janes, associate professor and chair of the MLIS program at the University of Washington Information School and 2016-2017 ALA Presidential candidate, will be joining us for a conversation on what comes next in libraries.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://solutions.cengage.com/GaleGeek/upcoming-webinars/
Spend some time with Joe Janes thinking and talking about how to think and talk about the future of libraries. Joseph Janes, associate professor and chair of the MLIS program at the University of Washington Information School and 2016-2017 ALA Presidential candidate, will be joining us for a conversation on what comes next in libraries.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://solutions.cengage.com/GaleGeek/upcoming-webinars/
Feb'15: Big Data: What We Learned about Information Literacy from 10,000 Students and 1,200 Librarians (American Association of School Librarians)
Thursday, Feb. 19 (5-6 pm Mountain)
As an ed tech company, EasyBib has unique insight into how students conduct research. How are students interpreting and synthesizing information? How skilled do they consider themselves with key information literacy skills? And how do their perspectives differ from the librarians who teach them? EasyBib surveyed 10,000 EasyBib users and 1,200 librarians in the K-12 and academic space to find out. Emily Gover from Imagine Easy Solutions will share their findings, and encourage participants to share their own experiences, during this webinar.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.ala.org/aasl/ecollab/upcoming
As an ed tech company, EasyBib has unique insight into how students conduct research. How are students interpreting and synthesizing information? How skilled do they consider themselves with key information literacy skills? And how do their perspectives differ from the librarians who teach them? EasyBib surveyed 10,000 EasyBib users and 1,200 librarians in the K-12 and academic space to find out. Emily Gover from Imagine Easy Solutions will share their findings, and encourage participants to share their own experiences, during this webinar.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.ala.org/aasl/ecollab/upcoming
Feb'15:Graphic Design for Libraries (Part 2 of 2) (Library Learning)
Thursday, Feb. 19 (12:30-1:30 pm Mountain)
This interactive two-part workshop will improve your graphic design skills and give you the opportunity to put them to work. In Part One, Schmidt will cover the basics of practical graphic design, show examples of good graphic design in libraries, suggest tools that you can use to improve your library's signs, posters, brochures, websites and more. The session will end with an assignment. Part Two will be hosted two weeks later, giving you some time to apply what you've learned and continue the conversation. Schmidt will be available between the sessions to answer any questions.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.librarylearning.info/
This interactive two-part workshop will improve your graphic design skills and give you the opportunity to put them to work. In Part One, Schmidt will cover the basics of practical graphic design, show examples of good graphic design in libraries, suggest tools that you can use to improve your library's signs, posters, brochures, websites and more. The session will end with an assignment. Part Two will be hosted two weeks later, giving you some time to apply what you've learned and continue the conversation. Schmidt will be available between the sessions to answer any questions.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.librarylearning.info/
Feb'15: Inclusive Information Access: Assistive Technology in Action (TechSoup)
Wednesday, Feb. 18 (12-1 pm Mountain)
Does your library technology accommodate users with disabilities? From public access technology to online resources, libraries must be sensitive to the needs of all users, especially those who may not be able to fully access information using traditional technology. Join us for this free webinar to learn what three libraries have done to create a more inclusive technology environment. Assistive technology is the software, peripherals, and specialized devices that help connect disabled individuals with information and communication. Hear how these libraries have played a key role in allowing disabled patrons to fully participate in and benefit from digital technology.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.techsoup.org/community/events-webinars/default
Does your library technology accommodate users with disabilities? From public access technology to online resources, libraries must be sensitive to the needs of all users, especially those who may not be able to fully access information using traditional technology. Join us for this free webinar to learn what three libraries have done to create a more inclusive technology environment. Assistive technology is the software, peripherals, and specialized devices that help connect disabled individuals with information and communication. Hear how these libraries have played a key role in allowing disabled patrons to fully participate in and benefit from digital technology.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.techsoup.org/community/events-webinars/default
Feb'15: The Mobile Virtual Classroom: Learner Choice & Business Needs (InSync)
Monday, Feb. 16 (11-12 pm Mountain)
A major concern, with respect to the mobile virtual classroom, is that organizations expect the same outcomes from mobile learners as they expect from individuals learning from desktop virtual classrooms or even traditional classrooms. They have not yet learned that different learning environments are NOT created equal and there must be a different expectation for each learning environment in terms of outcome. This session will help you to lead the discussion about the mobile virtual classroom in your organization, by focusing on the following topics: Designing for live desktop learning vs. designing for mobile devices - what’s the difference? Meeting business needs - the manager’s take on mobile virtual classrooms. BYOD - learning on mobile devices. Adult learning theory and mobile virtual learning.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://us.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs/
A major concern, with respect to the mobile virtual classroom, is that organizations expect the same outcomes from mobile learners as they expect from individuals learning from desktop virtual classrooms or even traditional classrooms. They have not yet learned that different learning environments are NOT created equal and there must be a different expectation for each learning environment in terms of outcome. This session will help you to lead the discussion about the mobile virtual classroom in your organization, by focusing on the following topics: Designing for live desktop learning vs. designing for mobile devices - what’s the difference? Meeting business needs - the manager’s take on mobile virtual classrooms. BYOD - learning on mobile devices. Adult learning theory and mobile virtual learning.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://us.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs/
Feb'15: Professional Associations: Requirements, Pathways (with and without $!) and Extreme Benefits (GALE Geek)
Friday, Feb. 13 (9-10 am Mountain)
One of the tenets of professionalism is association membership and activity. Although most of us are not fully or even partially funded, association membership AND activity can yield great rewards both for individuals and their organizations. Join Julie Todaro, ALA Presidential candidate for 2016-2017, author of Mentoring A to Z (2015) and Library Management for the Digital Age (2014), as she outlines how all library professionals can benefit from associations. Attendees will get a firsthand account of the 30+ web documents Todaro has made available from her Presidential website.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://solutions.cengage.com/GaleGeek/upcoming-webinars/
One of the tenets of professionalism is association membership and activity. Although most of us are not fully or even partially funded, association membership AND activity can yield great rewards both for individuals and their organizations. Join Julie Todaro, ALA Presidential candidate for 2016-2017, author of Mentoring A to Z (2015) and Library Management for the Digital Age (2014), as she outlines how all library professionals can benefit from associations. Attendees will get a firsthand account of the 30+ web documents Todaro has made available from her Presidential website.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://solutions.cengage.com/GaleGeek/upcoming-webinars/
Feb'15: Creating Healthy & Productive Meetings (GuideStar)
Thursday, Feb. 12 (12-1 pm Mountain)
Kick-start your nonprofit's 2015 meeting strategy with an exclusive GuideStar webinar featuring the sector's leading experts in social media and fundraising, Beth Kanter and Andrea Kihlstedt. During the first half of the webinar, Beth will present Walking as Part of Work Meetings: Don't Call It A Break. Beth will discuss why walking is important, how to integrate it into work meetings, and various tools and techniques that can help you do it well.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: https://www.guidestar.org/rxg/news/webinars/index.aspx
Kick-start your nonprofit's 2015 meeting strategy with an exclusive GuideStar webinar featuring the sector's leading experts in social media and fundraising, Beth Kanter and Andrea Kihlstedt. During the first half of the webinar, Beth will present Walking as Part of Work Meetings: Don't Call It A Break. Beth will discuss why walking is important, how to integrate it into work meetings, and various tools and techniques that can help you do it well.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: https://www.guidestar.org/rxg/news/webinars/index.aspx
Mar'15: The Future of Libraries (American Libraries Live)
Thursday, March 12 (12-1 pm Mountain)
Get the inside scoop on pressing library topics from leaders in the field—free--with American Libraries Live. It’s a streaming video program that you can view in your library, at home, or while sipping coffee at your favorite wi-fi enabled coffee shop. This is not just a webinar with voice-overs drilling through PowerPoint slides. You’ll watch presenters live onscreen, and you can ask questions in real time via chat.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://americanlibrarieslive.org/
Get the inside scoop on pressing library topics from leaders in the field—free--with American Libraries Live. It’s a streaming video program that you can view in your library, at home, or while sipping coffee at your favorite wi-fi enabled coffee shop. This is not just a webinar with voice-overs drilling through PowerPoint slides. You’ll watch presenters live onscreen, and you can ask questions in real time via chat.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://americanlibrarieslive.org/
Feb'15: Library Learning Goes Online (American Libraries Live)
Thursday, Feb. 12 (12-1 pm Mountain)
Get the inside scoop on pressing library topics from leaders in the field—free--with American Libraries Live. It’s a streaming video program that you can view in your library, at home, or while sipping coffee at your favorite wi-fi enabled coffee shop. This is not just a webinar with voice-overs drilling through PowerPoint slides. You’ll watch presenters live onscreen, and you can ask questions in real time via chat.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://americanlibrarieslive.org/
Get the inside scoop on pressing library topics from leaders in the field—free--with American Libraries Live. It’s a streaming video program that you can view in your library, at home, or while sipping coffee at your favorite wi-fi enabled coffee shop. This is not just a webinar with voice-overs drilling through PowerPoint slides. You’ll watch presenters live onscreen, and you can ask questions in real time via chat.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://americanlibrarieslive.org/
Feb'15: Design and Deliver Interactive and Effective Online Training Pt 2 (Training Magazine Network)
Thursday, Feb. 12 (12-1 pm Mountain)
Register for this 2-part webinar series with Cindy Huggett, author and CPLP, to learn how to design and deliver an effective, world-class virtual training program. Join us for this series to learn: A 3-step design model for online courses, 2 key techniques for promoting interactivity, How to effectively engage out-of-sight participants, and How to get attendees talking with one another.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.trainingmagnetwork.com/calendar
Register for this 2-part webinar series with Cindy Huggett, author and CPLP, to learn how to design and deliver an effective, world-class virtual training program. Join us for this series to learn: A 3-step design model for online courses, 2 key techniques for promoting interactivity, How to effectively engage out-of-sight participants, and How to get attendees talking with one another.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.trainingmagnetwork.com/calendar
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