Having a technical problem with one of the new services?  If it is after regular business hours, you may wish to look at Digital Help page, a part of the Kansas EZ Library: http://www.kslib.info/digitalbooks. Digital Help can be reached from the blue navigation bar on the left side of the page.  Fixes for common issues will be posted on this page, and receives updates continually.  As always, you can also contact Lianne Flax at the Online Services desk for help.  audiobooks@library.ks.gov

The Digital Help page also includes workarounds for 3M Cloud Library.  There is a manual transfer option that works for ereaders not compatible with the 3M computer software yet, and the instructions on transferring a book to a Kindle Fire or other Android tablets not compatible with the mobile 3M app.

Kansas EZ Library Training Webinars

Another round of Kansas EZ Library webinars will be held in June (exact times/dates TBD).  Here are the webinars of round #1, if you could not attend:

OneClickdigital:

https://sas.elluminate.com/mr.jnlp?suid=M.8DCF049F449E483D1AC315396B83CB&sid=2011591

3M Cloud Library:

https://sas.elluminate.com/mr.jnlp?suid=M.5A1CB9F956C557CEDB56108B393974&sid=2011591

3M Cloud Library News

Our account is currently experiencing a glitch in the checkout of holds.  Normally, when a book comes available on 3M Cloud Library the patron should have 72 hours to check out that book.  Some are receiving the error message of: “Could not check out the book.  Maybe because the book was already checked out by another patron.”

3M has been looking into this problem.  It is not happening to all patrons, and not all patrons are experiencing it on every hold that comes available.  The cause of the problem remains elusive.  If you experience this error, please send a report with this information to audiobooks@library.ks.gov:

• Kansas Library Card number
• Date of error
• Time of error—the more exact the better.

This information allows 3M to look at the activity logs on their server.

OneClickdigital News

OneClick technical support reports that Media Manager is currently unable to transfer to Creative Zen MP3 players.  They are looking into this problem.

OneClick has also been releasing multiple versions of the Media Manager.  The recent changes have only been cosmetic, and auto-updating of the Media Manager has been turned off.  You will only have one of newest versions if you have recently reinstalled Media Manager from the OneClick website.  If you are looking at OneClick documentation and you have a newer version than the one shown, that is the reason.  **Again, all recent changes are cosmetic and you do not need to upgrade your Media Manager at this time.**

Purchasing Update

OneClick Sale

OneClickdigital has a 42% discount on all Recorded Books titles until the end of May.

Matching Grants for SCKLS Member Libraries

SCKLS is offering matching/reimbursement grants during 2011 and 2012 for digital audiobook or ebook purchases made by member public, school district, academic or special libraries. Full information: http://sckls.info/index.aspx?nid=163 The State Library can provide the necessary documentation for orders placed on the consortium if you are interested in applying for this grant.

Refresher on Consortium Contributions

If you are interested in contributing towards the purchase of materials for OneClickdigital or 3M Cloud Library, please contact your system to contribute (except SCKLS libraries).  If you are interested in spending $1000 or more you may help purchase directly on the platform.   Libraries without a system option should contact Lianne Flax lianne.flax@library.ks.gov to contribute.

MARC Records Update

Errors were found in the OneClickdigital MARC records during testing, so these will not be released to the full library community until they are fixed.  3M Cloud Library still does not have MARC records.

Eric drew on his experiences in both these Kansas cities since they were different communities and had different human resources. One of his major messages is that a library director should not define the community’s leadership narrowly, but should network widely and get to know as many people as possible. It isn’t possible to predict who will become a major library supporter or who will understand that the library is an important community center in the information age.

Some librarians are lucky enough to have a very positive relationship  with city officials, while others have officials who aren’t that interested in the library. To some extent, library administrators will have to invite themselves to the community planning tables, using patience and impeccable courtesy.

In the real world, people support other people when they know them and like them and see them support the community’s common goals. A library staff that is active in community affairs can be the best possible partner to effective library planning. A library staff that supports community initiatives is more likely to gain effective library support.

Eric also emphasized that outgoing friendliness must be balanced with professional style and personal discretion. The library’s major priorities should be presented in clear, succinct messages that emphasize the benefits to the community.

A variety of community groups were mentioned in the presentation including government leaders, business owners, educators, local media, major community clubs, foundation directors, and marketing specialists.

The participants had time for a lively discussion that emphasized that many different styles could be effective in library and community planning and that all the major library players would need to be involved for long-term success.

This program was recorded and the archive link is available at:

https://sas.elluminate.com/mr.jnlp?suid=M.5BFF090D9673F03213B4AFD67675CD&sid=2011591

The first two programs in the series were presented in March. “The Conversation Business” was held on March 21, and “Going Social to get Local” was taught by the Lawrence Social Media Team on March 28. “The Library as Community Center” theme could have wandered over many topics, but these programs have had a strong unifying theme – communication! Conversation, dialogue, learning, teaching, welcome, friendship, social media, community networking, and skillful marketing will all be part of creating a community center that contributes to a high quality of life in the library’s service community.

Reading, listening, and viewing all take place as the library user engages with the outside world. Please consider attending “Collections and the Community” on Thursday, May 24 from 10:00 – 12:00. This final program in the series will be taught by Marcia Allen of Manhattan Public Library and Diana Weaver of Basehor Community Library. The Collaborate link for this program will be sent on Monday, May 21 and again on the evening of Wednesday, May 23.

Please send email to Shannon.Roy@library.ks.gov if you have any questions.

Here’s what we can do to help:

1. Add your library or campus IP addresses/ranges to a spreadsheet which we will make available to database vendors with whom we contract.

• Please note, this is a one-time effort, not a commitment to keep a statewide list up to date. Subsequent changes can be made through direct contact with the vendor.
• Although we assume vendors will be able to link IPs to individual institutions for statistical purposes, details will be scarce until after contracts are signed.
• By forwarding IP information to us, you agree not to hold the State Library liable for any impact on security. Information needed:

• Library / School Name
• Street Address
• Mailing Address if different
•  City
• Zip
• Regional Library System (please include even if not a member)
• IP addresses to be included

• Send to Jeff Hixon at the State Library

2. We can provide you with administrative access to create Kansas Library Card (KsLC) accounts for students, faculty and staff, and patrons.

• For account info and instructions, contact audiobooks@kslib.info.

3. We can provide you with a link to our resource access pages (Explore Our Online Resources | Student Research Central | Research for Kids).

• Links on these pages validate any IP address, work, home or school, that is registered in Kansas. Access is easy and reliable, but statistical use is not broken out by institution.

4. We can provide easy access to vendor contact information for your authentication and statistical needs by updating our resource pages:

• IP Address Recognition for Research and Information Databases
• Local Use Statistics for Research and Information Databases

5. If your school/library will be closed over the summer, please make a note to check with IT staff as you get ready for fall, to be sure IP information you’ve provided is still up to date.

6. To keep informed about transition progress, stay subscribed to KANLIB-L over the summer!

Please remember that this subscription cannot be finalized until the Legislature has finalized the budget for next fiscal year. There is, however, $800,000 in the SLK budget for statewide research databases to be accessible to all Kansans.

This is the list of vendors with whom we will have contracts beginning August 1, 2012:

EBSCO

LearningExpress Library

Mango (Language Learning)

ProQuest Heritage Quest

ProQuest Nursing

Britannica Encyclopedia

A list of the databases themselves may be found at

http://www.kslib.info/librarians/databases-fy2013.html

Contributor: Jo Budler at jo.budler@library.ks.gov

PROGRAM ABSTRACTS & LOGIN INFORMATION:

May 2, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Central Time
NCompass Live: Digital Resources of the National Library of Medicine (Nebraska Library Commission/NLM)

This session focusing on National Library of Medicine Digital Resources, will be presented by Marty Magee, Education & Nebraska Liaison, National Network/Libraries of Medicine. It will include such resources as Turning the Pages, and History of Medicine Resources, tutorials and much more!

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL

May 2, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
Maximize What You Learn at Work to Accelerate Your Career (American Management Association)

What Did You Learn at Work Today? While your employer may offer you one or more weeks of training per year, you have many learning opportunities every day in the course of your work. In this webcast, you’ll learn how to make the most of these learning opportunities and discover ways to use them to improve your job performance and accelerate your career growth.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.amanet.org/news/events-calendar.aspx

May 2, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
Hiring a Quality Director: How & Why (Utah State Library)

Why hire a qualified director; knowing what to do.  Having good, strong, effective, appreciative leadership can bring any organization to success, especially as it relates to: Motivating staff for productivity, Engaging supporters, Serving the community, and Keeping library operations legal and solvent.  It’s just so important to hire the right director…the right way. Here are some practical steps that help you know how.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://library.utah.gov/workshops/

May 2, 1:30 – 2:30 PM, Central Time
Make it Stick: Embracing Transliteracy in Library Programming and Training (Colorado State Library)

Transliteracy – the ability to communicate and interact across multiple platforms and technologies – is becoming increasingly vital to creating cultures of learning within our libraries and our service communities. This session will introduce you to the principles of transliteracy and will provide practical ideas for integrating transliteracy skills into staff training, public training, and public programming. We’ll discuss ways in which your library can equip staff with the skills necessary to keep pace in a transliterate world. During the session, you’ll generate ideas for library programs and classes that your library can deliver to your communities to ensure transliteracy flourishes.

No registration is required:
http://connect.enetcolorado.org/cslinsession

May 2, 1:30 – 2:30 PM, Central Time
Rallying Your Community: Mobilizing the Grassroots (American Library Association)

In a difficult economy, the citizen voice is more important than ever. Learn how two community organizations, the Sustainable Library Citizens Coalition of Indianapolis-Marion County (Ind.) Public Library and Urban Librarians Unite of New York City, have used their voices to impact library funding. Laura Johnson, deputy director, public services, of the Indianapolis Public Library and Tara Seeley, senior grants officer, Central Indiana Community Foundation, will share their story of engaging the Indianapolis community to successfully advocate on behalf of libraries and librarians. Lauren Comito, director of communications and operations, Urban Librarians Unite, will describe this group’s radical tactics for promoting and supporting libraries in the New York area. Marci Merola, director of the ALA Office for Library Advocacy, will moderate the webinar and demonstrate practical applications of resources from the ALA Office for Library Advocacy.

Registration is mandatory.  Visit https://ala.ilinc.com/register/thvbchx to sign up today.

May 3, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Central Time
Get On the Bus: Federal Documents (Wyoming State Library)

In the first of this four-part series Karen Kitchen discusses FDSys, the U.S. Government Printing Office’s Digital Repository.  Learn basic searching techniques using FDSys.  FDSys is a service of the U.S. Government Printing Office that provides free electronic access to a wealth of important information produced by the Federal Government.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/176422190

May 3, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Curriculum Connection: Bridging Reference and Students (Booklist)

Upper elementary through high school students depend on their school and public libraries for quality resources and support. How can you assist them? Join us for a free, hour-long webinar where representatives from Britannica and World Book will showcase their study guides, interactive lessons, and material suited to state standards. Booklist Reference and Collection Management editor Rebecca Vnuk moderates.

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

May 3, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
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. The tour will also include a sneak peek of Grants2020, a newly developed tool to help you build an effective grants strategy for years to come.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.techsoup.org/learningcenter/webinars/index.cfm

May 4, 1:00 – 2:00 PM. Central Time
3M Cloud Library eBooks (3M)

Covers the standard patron-facing interface using iPad and PC as examples. Shows how patrons can search for and check out e-books. Overview of 3M Discovery Station and how Library Staff will use the Download Station software to transfer e-books to 3M e-readers.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://gowyld.net/libraries/ebooks/3mTraining.html

May 4, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Strategies for Overcoming Student Resistance (The TLT Group)

There are several interdependent elements that affect students’ readiness to learn and that shape their desire to engage in the classroom.  However, being aware of these forces is only the first step in ramping up student motivation to learn.  Using the Integrated Resistance Model, this session will explore ways that faculty can assess the various elements in order to determine where their students are and will describe some strategies that faculty can implement to help students to overcome their resistance and become active participants in their own learning.  The session will also focus on methods to encourage student willing participation in collaborative group work.

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

May 8, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Lerner Fall 2012 Librarian Preview (School Library Journal)

Visit with Lerner Publishing Group’s editors as they unveil the new fantastic new books they’ll be publishing in Fall 2012. Get the inside scoop on upcoming nonfiction, middle grade and YA fiction, graphic novels, and picture books for grades K-12. Plus, learn about new digital offerings, as well as free discussion guides, downloads, and websites that make lesson planning easy.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/csp/cms/sites/SLJ/Technology/WebCasts/index.csp

May 9, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
Hiring a Quality Director: Expectations & Hiring (Utah State Library)

Formulating your expectations of a new director & hiring with them in mind.  What do you like about the library’s current operation? What about the outgoing director’s performance? What improvements would you like to see? Learn how to turn those answers into a list of characteristics and criteria on which the advertisement, the selection of interviewees, and the interview questions will based.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://library.utah.gov/workshops/

May 9, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, Central Time
Celebrate Law at the Library 2012: Part 2 – Legal Resources (Montana State Library)

May first is National Law Day.  In anticipation of preparing for Law Day this year, BTOP is sponsoring a “Law in the Library” webinar series. This information is designed to give library staff members a clear understanding of the resources and on-line forms provided by various state agencies, as well as tools to plan and host a Law in the Library event.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://app.mt.gov/cal/html/event?eventCollectionCode=msl

May 9, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, Central Time
Grantseeking Basics (Grantspace)

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

May 9, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Rediscover the Nineteenth Century: The creation and organization of Nineteenth Century Collections Online (Library Journal)

In 2003, Gale Cengage Learning changed the landscape of primary source digitization for research with the release of Eighteenth Century Collections Online. Taking on digitizing the 19th Century presented new issues and concerns, with publishing in Great Britain alone exceeding more than 10-fold that of the previous century. With the guidance of an elite, globally focused advisory board, Gale Cengage Learning is proud to announce the release of Nineteenth Century Collections Online. Please join us for an overview of the scope and focus of the program, and a tour of this exciting line of archives.

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

May 9, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
3M Cloud Library eBooks (3M)

Covers the standard patron-facing interface using iPad and PC as examples. Shows how patrons can search for and check out e-books. Overview of 3M Discovery Station and how Library Staff will use the Download Station software to transfer e-books to 3M e-readers.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://gowyld.net/libraries/ebooks/3mTraining.html

May 10, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Central Time
Get On the Bus: Federal Documents (Wyoming State Library)

In the second of this four-part series, Karen Kitchens discusses the Catalog of US Government Publications.  Discover searching strategies using the Catalog of U.S. Government Publications (CGP).  CGP is the finding tool for electronic and print publications from the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the U.S. government and contains descriptive records for historical and current publications; providing direct links to those that are available online.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/176422190

May 10, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Christian Fiction Spring Book Buzz (Library Journal)

There’s more to Christian fiction than “gentle reads”, which explains its expanding appeal to a more sophisticated and demographically diverse readership. Join us on May 10 for our Spring 2012 Christian Fiction webcast. We’ll be talking about the latest and upcoming titles, the ones you’ll need to know about.

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

May 11, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
3M Cloud Library eBooks (3M)

Covers the standard patron-facing interface using iPad and PC as examples. Shows how patrons can search for and check out e-books. Overview of 3M Discovery Station and how Library Staff will use the Download Station software to transfer e-books to 3M e-readers.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://gowyld.net/libraries/ebooks/3mTraining.html

May 14, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Nuts & Bolts of Social Media (InSync Training)

This session will cover basics of creating and sustaining community via social media tools. Rather than theory, participants will walk away with an understanding of how to implement and utilize these applications. Briefly, we will look at several popular social media tools, such as blogs, wikis, Facebook and Twitter, then basics of using these tools for 1) Creating Community & Community Management; 2) Fostering Communities of Practice; 3) Knowledge Transfer and Management.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs.htm

May 15, 11:00 – 12:00 PM, Central Time
Mobilize your library with SirsiDynix BookMyne! (SirsiDynix)

This session will give libraries a preview of the BookMyne 3.0 mobile app. With BookMyne 3.0, all the great features of the BookMyne iPhone application are now extended to Android mobile users. Libraries can also take this a step further with BookMyne+, a unique customized app specific to your library. Project Gutenberg e-book integration, a refreshed user interface and native tablet support mark the BookMyne 3.0 release.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www2.sirsidynix.com/051512-sirsidynix-bookmyne-webinar

May 15, 12:00 – 1:00 PM. Central Time
Made in a Library: A free online innovation symposium (OCLC)

What happens when you take a place that has traditionally been about learning and transform it into a place of doing and making? Find out, when we look at how librarians, teachers, students, faculty and communities are turning their focus to creation—whether providing digital tools for game makers, programmers, musicians and authors, or makerspaces for 3-D printing and other “real-life” projects. Join moderator Jason Griffey from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; Sue Considine and Lauren Britton, who started the Fayetteville (New York) Free Library’s FFL FabLab makerspace; and Joseph Sanchez, currently at the University of Colorado Denver, who incorporated a variety of “doing” spaces into the Red Rocks Community College Library—saving it from closure in the process.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://registration.oclc.org/reg/?pc=symposium05May12&utm_source=WhatCountsEmail&utm_medium=Special%20Offers%20&%20Information+Special%20Offers%20-%20Education%20&%20World%20Library%20Issues&utm_campaign=LJ_symposium_15May2012

May 15, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, Central Time
Proposal Writing Basics (Grantspace)

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, and what funders expect to see in your proposal and attachments.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars

May 15, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
eBooks: New Models, New Tools & New Approaches–A Discussion of Emerging Options (Library Journal)

This session will look at the eBook landscape from a wide perspective, including the many options for approaching eBook acquisition, lease and loan. This will include discussion of Patron Driven Acquisition (PDA) as well as next generation approaches to patron driven acquisition – “Smart PDA.” It will cover collection development approaches, platform and device changes & possibilities, as well as user experiences & expectations. The session will discuss the many options that can be made available to libraries to optimize their approaches to eBook discovery, usage and overall value of their collections. EBSCO will also discuss its recently released eBook ordering and management platform for eBooks on EBSCOhost including its current capabilities and a glimpse of the road ahead.

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

May 16, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Central Time
NCompass Live: Addressing Your Roots – Searching the 1940 Census (Nebraska Library Commission)

Do you know where your Uncle Fred lived in Omaha? If not, the Library Commission has some resources to help, as knowing his address may be key to finding him in the 1940 Census. Allana Novotny, Beth Goble and Devra Dragos will share tips and resources for searching this census before the name-indexing is completed.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL

May 16, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
Breezing Along With the RML (NLM)

Dana Abbey, NN/LM MCR Colorado/Health Information Literacy Coordinator will present on MedlinePlus Connect which is the system to pull health information from MedlinePlus into a patient’s electronic health record. The second presenter is Monica Rogers, NN/LM MCR Health Information Literacy Coordinator.  To log in, visit https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr . Enter as a guest. Sign in with your first and last names. Follow the instructions in the meeting room to have the Adobe Acrobat Connect system call you on your telephone.

For more information contact Jim Honour jhonour@uwyo.edu or call 307-766-6537 .
Funded under Contract No. HHSN-276-2011-00006-C with the University of Utah and awarded by the DHHS, NIH, National Library of Medicine.

May 16, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
Hiring a Quality Director: Hiring & Interview Process (Utah State Library)

The job hiring and interview process.  Learn the most effective, fair and replicable way to compare applicants and make interview decisions, which involves the use of a matrix/graph that allows both for required characteristics and skills (as identified in Section 2, above) and for “surprises” that could add value to the organization. Learn the “nuts and bolts” of how the interviews should be set up, what presentations or other documentation might be required, how to include staff and community in the process, checking references and negotiating an offer.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://library.utah.gov/workshops/

May 16, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Libraries and the Era of the Learner: A Vision for the Future (WebJunction)

Join us for a discussion exploring lifelong learning as an economic driver in the 21st century and the expanding role of libraries in this “era of the learner.” Building on discussions about 21st century skills and workforce development, we’ll hear from futurist Garry Golden on the changing workforce and the role that public libraries can play. We’re excited to take a glimpse into the future and to hear how libraries can identify changes, explore implications and pave the way for learners in the 21st century. This session will build on discussions from a face-to-face convening to be held in April, but will benefit and be of interest to all working in libraries.

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

May 16, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
QR Connections: QR Codes in Libraries (Georgia Library Association)

QR codes are popping up everywhere! This session will highlight how libraries are using QR codes, the benefits and drawbacks of using them, and best practices for getting the most out of QR codes.

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

May 17. 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Central Time
Get On the Bus: Federal Documents (Wyoming State Library)

In the third of this four-part series Kathy Carlson of the Attorney General’s office discusses HeinOnline. Learn basic searching procedures using Hein Online, Hein’s premier online research product with more than 70 million pages of legal history available in an online, fully-searchable, image-based format.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/176422190

May 18, 1:00 – 2:00, Central Time
3M Cloud Library eBooks (3M)

Covers the standard patron-facing interface using iPad and PC as examples. Shows how patrons can search for and check out e-books. Overview of 3M Discovery Station and how Library Staff will use the Download Station software to transfer e-books to 3M e-readers.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://gowyld.net/libraries/ebooks/3mTraining.html

May 18, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Copyright Series (The TLT Group)

Interview with Kenneth Crews, Copyright Advisory Office, Columbia University

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

May 22. 12:15 – 1:15 PM, Central Time
Database of the Month: Resources for Kids (Wyoming State Library)

Whether it is for fun, homework, or curiosity, you will find a great resource in GoWYLD. We will explore a variety of resources appropriate for kids, such as Kids Search, Searchasaurus,  Bookflix, Britannica for Kids, and Middle Search.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/894206054

May 22. 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Overview of eBooks and eReaders: the basics (Colorado Library Consortium)

Join trainers at the Colorado Library Consortium to learn more about eBooks and eReaders.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.clicweb.org/training-and-education/list-of-events

May 23, 11:00 – 12:00m Central Time
3M Cloud Library eBooks (3M)

Covers the standard patron-facing interface using iPad and PC as examples. Shows how patrons can search for and check out e-books. Overview of 3M Discovery Station and how Library Staff will use the Download Station software to transfer e-books to 3M e-readers.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://gowyld.net/libraries/ebooks/3mTraining.html

May 23, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
Hiring a Quality Director: Discipline (Utah State Library)

Disciplinary actions, when it’s not going to work.  Clear, open communication, that begins during the interview and continues through probation, should set the stage for true analysis of the job fit that results. No surprises, no personal value judgments, but, rather, professional guidelines, support, goal-setting and measurements should govern the process of performance review and subsequent disciplinary steps (if needed). This is critical to know, yet often ignored.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://library.utah.gov/workshops/

May 23, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Spotlight!on National Library of Medicine Resources (NLM)

This Spotlight! session will focus on Women’s Health and will be presented by Barbara Jones, NN/LM MCR Advocacy/Missouri Coordinator. Taking the one-hour class and completing the exercises and class evaluation makes you eligible to receive 1 Medical Library Association Continuing Education credit. This online training is FREE. Register online at http://tinyurl.com/mcrclasses (registration is not required but is appreciated).

URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr Equipment: connection to the Internet and a phone, Login: as a guest with your first and last name. Instructions to connect to the audio will show up once you’ve logged in. Captioning will be provided. Questions to Jim Honour, jhonour@uwyo.edu or 307-766-6537.
Funded under Contract No. HHSN-276-2011-00006-C with the University of Utah and awarded by the DHHS, NIH, National Library of Medicine.

May 24, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Central Time
Get On the Bus: Federal Documents (Wyoming State Library)

In the last of this four-part series, Karen Kitchens discusses Proquest Congressional.  Explore Congress in action with the most comprehensive online resource available for congressional publications and legislative research. This databases provides access to the full text of publications dating back as far as the late eighteenth century.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/176422190

May 24, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Central Time
To Pin or Not to Pin: An Exploration of Pinterest for Librarians (Texas State Library & Archives)

Have you heard people talking about “pinning” the night away, but are clueless as to what they’re actually talking about? Join Dawn Krause, Manager of Continuing Education at the Texas State Library and Angela Palmer of Bee Cave Public Library — both avid Pinterest users — in an overview of this fun tool. Find out what all the fuss is about and explore the ways that libraries are beginning to use this tool. Pinterest.com is a social site that allows users to “pin” images from around the internet or upload them from their own personal collections to create visual bulletin boards. Find out how the tool works and how your users may be using it, then decide if it’s right for your library. Of course, we’ll cover some of the controversy around copyright as well.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html

May 29, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, Central Time
Performance Implications of Mobile Design (O’Reilly)

Building a good mobile website, spanning different devices, platforms and contexts, is a difficult task. And also making that website FAST is even harder. Performance is often overlooked as designers and developers focus on layout and functionality, often resulting with slow and heavy mobile sites. In this webcast presentation we’ll review the top design philosophies for building a mobile website, briefly explain each & dig into the primary performance implications it carries, we’ll show real world examples, explain what they did wrong, and talk about how you can avoid these problems on your own site.

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

May 30, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Central Time
NCompass Live: Tech Talk with Michael Sauers (Nebraska Library Commission)

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, visit:
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL

May 30, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
Hiring a Quality Director: Continued Success (Utah State Library)

Continued Success. Keeping with the established performance needs identified earlier, an evaluation tool should be created and used several times during the new director’s probationary period. Critical also is the collection of input from peers, community stakeholders and subordinates, as it’s often impossible for Board members to truly see how one person’s leadership is affecting the whole. Also, at the point of offer, clear expectations, goals and consequences must be articulated so all avenues for potential success are open.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://library.utah.gov/workshops/

May 30, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Where’s the Power? What’s Your Point? (InSync Training)

Tired of seeing PowerPoint shows that have neither power nor a point? This session provides strategies for developing memorable slides with punch, not just pretty slides peppered with bullets. Join us as we look at ways to hook our learners, generate discussion, highlight critical information, and create learning points that will stick.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs.htm

May 31, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Understanding Compassion Fatigue in Your Library (WebJunction)

You love your job. You love your library. You love helping your patrons and giving them the extra attention that lets them know you care. But there are days when you’ve given just about all you have to give. At the end of the day you feel drained, or irritated, or both! You may have achieved “compassion fatigue.” The term, which is used frequently in medical settings, describes a caregiver’s reaction to chronic stress that results in feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, self-doubt, lack of focus and fatigue. This webinar will help you recognize the symptoms and the situations that may trigger compassion fatigue and understand how it affects you and your working environment. Explore ways to take care of yourself so you can continue to show compassion and give your patrons the care they need.

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

The second webinar was held on Thursday, April 26. Shana Ashwood did a wonderful job of stepping through the many resources that the Learning Express Job and Career Accelerator offers to career developers and Job seekers. This program emphasized the JCA features for organizing a job search, the information on occupations, the best ways to locate desirable jobs, and the skills for getting hired. It added another layer of excellent resources to those covered in the April 17 program.

The third and final program in the Workforce Recovery series is based on work done for the national Project Compass program, but the emphasis will be somewhat different from the programs on helping job seekers. It is called “Partnering with Business”

An increasing number of economists believe that successful small businesses will be a major driver of the long-term economic recovery. Successful collaborations with local business communities has been a growing field among urban librarians. Thanks to the growth of online resources, it is gaining ground in suburban and rural communities.

This workshop will be divided into three parts. The first will be a discussion of the importance of partnering with community business and how to address the barriers that have kept this from happening.

The second part will include a look at the online resources available through WebJunction Kansas and a review of the strategic plan recommended in WebJunction’s “Pathway for Small Business.” The resources covered here will be permanently available on the WebJunction Kansas Workforce Recovery Page.

The third part will be a review of the resources available through the Gale Business Databases. It will be taught by the Cengage trainer assigned to Kansas, Dinah Ramirez.

The Collaborate link to join this session is:

https://sas.elluminate.com/m.jnlp?password=M.8BDC1A6BED0478A957BC84A0E61281&sid=2011591

You may come in after 9:30 to check your equipment.

This information will be posted to SLK News and available under the CE and Training Category. If you have questions or concerns about this program, please send email to Shannon.Roy@library.ks.gov   or call 785-296-2148.

]]> http://statelibrary.mykansaslibrary.org/?feed=rss2&p=11034 0 http://statelibrary.mykansaslibrary.org/?p=11008 http://statelibrary.mykansaslibrary.org/?p=11008#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2012 20:22:11 +0000 Shannon http://statelibrary.mykansaslibrary.org/?p=11008 On April 17, the State Library sponsored the first Workforce Recovery program. “Helping Job Seekers” was very lively, and the archive link was posted to the listservs.

The second program in this series will be on Thursday, April 26, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. It will be on the Learning Express Job and Career Accelerator.

The LE trainer, Shana Ashworth, will be covering:

- Tools for basic and advanced job searches
- Creating and uploading resumes and cover letters
- Handling job applications
- Tracking and managing job searches in JCA
- Interview tips
- Exploring occupations
- A brief review of the available tools for professional skills improvement.

Since the LE Job and Career Accelerator is readily available to Kansans through the State Library of Kansas website, Kansas librarians need to be familiar with the extensive resources it can offer. We have had shorter programs on the JCA, but this will be a much more interactive program, offered through the Collaborate training platform. Combined with the “Resources for Job Seekers” that are being shared this month, it will offer a wealth of resources for Kansans who are searching for jobs. And these are people who really need our help.

The Collaborate link to join this session is:

https://sas.elluminate.com/m.jnlp?password=M.39A6D97A6AA7F91EA2F9DBDCC044DF&sid=2011591

You may come in after 1:30 to check your equipment.

If you have questions or concerns about this program, please send email to Shannon.Roy@library.ks.gov   or call 785-296-2148.

]]> http://statelibrary.mykansaslibrary.org/?feed=rss2&p=11008 0 http://statelibrary.mykansaslibrary.org/?p=10994 http://statelibrary.mykansaslibrary.org/?p=10994#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 20:54:42 +0000 Jeff http://statelibrary.mykansaslibrary.org/?p=10994 After six years, the USAC website is getting a face lift. USAC (Universal Service Administrative Company) is the corporation which, through its Schools and Libraries Division (SLD) manages the FCC‘s E-rate program.

The new website (URL will remain www.usac.org) is due to be fully launched by next Monday, 4/16. Meanwhile, you can view a short (2:22 minutes) video tutorial or an interactive, self-paced tour at the Learn about the new USAC website page.

The video especially shows that some thought and effort went into the redesign. If you use this “official” E-Rate website often (or frequently, occasionally or once in your life), check it out via these sneak previews!

In April and early May, the State Library Staff will host a series of three workshops inspired by WebJunction’s Project Compass Program. These workshops are intended to help Kansas librarians continue to contribute to economic recovery in their communities.

The first program in the Kansas Workforce Recovery Series will be held on Tuesday, April 17, from 10:00 to 12:00.”Helping Job Seekers” will emphasize the importance of providing assistance to job seekers and make the participants more aware of national and state resources that are available for those helping job seekers. We will also have a discussion on what different types of job seekers need to know.

The Blackboard Collaborate link to access this program is available at:

https://sas.elluminate.com/m.jnlp?password=M.D859DDED8E97862E7A0DFFBD9276AF&sid=2011591

Participants may come in after 9:30 to check their audio equipment.

The second webinar will be held on Thursday, April 26, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. It will be on the Learning Express Job and Career Accelerator. This program will be held on the Kansas Collaborate Training Platform, and it will emphasize the Learning Express features for organizing a job search, the information on occupations, the best ways to locate desirable jobs, and the skills for getting hired for desirable jobs. It will add another layer of excellent resources to those covered in the April 17 program.

The Collaborate Link for this program will be sent right after the Kansas Library Association Conference.

The third webinar will be held on Thursday, May 3, from 10:00 to 12:00. ”Partnering with Business” will emphasizes a different aspect of community economic development. Librarians have a growing interest in partnering with small business and entrepreneurs in their communities. Many economists believe that small business will be a major driver of the long-term economic recovery. This program will emphasize the amazing resources that Kansas librarians have available through WebJunction and Gale Business. Once they understand that they already have a Business Resource Center, Kansas librarians can assess what partnering with business can do for both the library and the community.

The Collaborate Link for this program will be sent in late April.

Please save the dates for these spring programs on Workforce Recovery, because we will be sharing a lot of  information that is critically important for Kansas citizens who are still trying to cope with a difficult economy. These resources are essential to excellent customer service at Kansas libraries. All three programs will be archived.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call 785-296-2148, or send email to Shannon.Roy@library.ks.gov.

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April 2, 7:00 – 8:00 PM, Central Time
Dynamic Duo: English Teacher & Teacher Librarian (TL Virtual Café)

Creating a Culture of Reading wherever they Go! Meenoo Rami, Nick Provenzano and Shannon M. Miller offer an important discussion around how classroom teachers and librarians should be working together to create a rich literacy environment in our schools.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://tlvirtualcafe.wikispaces.com/

April 3, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, Central Time
The Mobile Omnivore: A Taste Test of Mobile Website Development (O’Reilly)

The mobile web is a complex place. There are lots of ways to build a mobile website—how do you choose the right tool for the job? In this webcast presentation, we touch on a series of technologies and techniques including: Responsive Web Design (RWD), Mobile-first RWD, Server-side device detection, HTML5 and CSS3 on mobile, Device idiosyncrasies, Some of our favorite tools and tips for mobile development. If you already have web development chops but want to go mobile, this is the talk for you! Familiarity with HTML and CSS is a must; comfort with some JavaScript is helpful.

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

April 3, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Instructional Design for the Real World (InSync Training)

Join in for a fast, fun tour of quick tools and tricks that will support rapid instructional design, cut to the heart of needs analysis, and improve communication with subject matter experts and managers and others requesting training solutions.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs.htm

April 3, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
You’ve Got Male: Great New Books For Boys (Booklist)

Capturing the attention of the often elusive male reader continues to be a goal of many youth publishers. What are some of the top titles and trends that that you should be aware of? Join us for a fascinating hour-long program moderated by Books for Youth senior editor Daniel Kraus and featuring a panel of representatives from Listening Library, Annick, and Lormier.

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

April 3, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
An Introduction to the LSSC Program (American Library Association/Library Support Staff Certification Program)

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. This webinar is open to all interested candidates. *Note the Wyoming State Library will offer 10 LSSC registration assistance grants ($175) beginning April 16*

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

April 4, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, Central Time
Accessibility and Usability: Working Together at MIT (EDUCAUSE)

The usability and accessibility teams in MIT’s Department of Information Services and Technology have always worked closely together, but were formally merged during a department-wide reorganization in 2009. The goal in blending the teams was to provide a comprehensive service to clients without diluting individual practices. Over two years, we have strengthened our ability to advocate persuasively for both usability and accessibility with clients. We’ve also seen fewer projects slip through the cracks and observed standards applied more consistently. The merge has provided a greater understanding of why the two practices belong together, how this can happen, and the importance of commitment from administrative leadership.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://net.educause.edu/content.asp?SECTION_ID=34

April 4, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Skills for the Everyday Leader (WebJunction)

Many of us regard a move into management as “going to the dark side,” but leadership is not only reserved for those with manager in their title. Learning effective supervisory skills can benefit many levels of work in the library, especially if you wear multiple hats in your organization serving as both staff peer and manager. Find out the top 10 actions to take and the top 10 mistakes to avoid as an everyday leader. By the end of this webinar, you’ll have some simple and effective tools to help you work more powerfully with your colleagues or become the supervisor you always wanted to work for.

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

April 4, 1:30 – 2:30 PM, Central Time
Make it Stick: Embracing Transliteracy in Library Programming and Training (Colorado State Library)

Tweeting, Pinning, Posting, Skyping- what’s next?! Communicating in the ever-evolving technosphere requires a keen focus on adaptability and flexibility. In an increasingly media rich digital world, there’s a lot more to effective communication than the ability to read and write. Successful and meaningful communication now relies on our ability to fluidly transition through a wide range of media and communication tools and environments. Transliteracy is the ability to communicate and interact across multiple platforms and technologies. This session will introduce you to the principles of transliteracy and will provide practical ideas for integrating transliteracy skills into staff training, public training, and public programming. We’ll discuss ways in which your library can equip staff with the skills necessary to keep pace in a transliterate world. During the session, you’ll generate ideas for library programs and classes that your library can deliver to your communities to ensure transliteracy flourishes.

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

April 9, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Everything I Need and Want is in the Teen Section: YA Spatial Practices in New U.S. Public Libraries (San Jose State University – SLIS)

While conventional LIS youth services concentrates on collections, this presentation, part of a 3-year IMLS National Leadership grant, engages a critical youth studies approach examining “spatial equity” for young adults in libraries: what current U.S. practices tell us. Recently collected quantitative data from both professionals and youth library users further inform on-going qualitative research with video ethnography and experimental 3D mockups of real spaces.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/slis/colloquia/2012/colloquia12sp.htm

April 10, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
The New Science of Building Great Teams: Analytics for Success (Harvard Business Review)

Managers have long believed that building high-performance teams is an art and not a science. But new research reveals a scientific approach to building great teams. MIT’s Human Performance Dynamics Laboratory has identified the specific factors that characterize high-performing teams. These factors are observable, quantifiable, and measurable. On April 10, 2012, join Sandy Pentland, the Director of MIT’s Human Performance Dynamics Laboratory, as he describes why high-performing teams are different. He will explain why patterns of communication are the key to great teams and will identify the specific elements of communication that most affect team performance.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://online.krm.com/iebms/coe/coe_p2_details.aspx?oc=10&cc=0011408&eventid=18910&m=BN

April 10, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, Central Time
25 Twitter projects to engage your community and benefit your business (O’Reilly)

Jesse McDougall, author of #tweetsmart, discusses the approach of engaging in Twitter community-building projects in a way that is strategic, fun, and measurable. Jesse will share some of his favorite Twitter projects to demonstrate how to build community in 140 characters or less and will show how your business can benefit.

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

April 10, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Picture These: What’s New With Graphic Novels (Booklist)

As readership of graphic novels continues to skyrocket, it’s clear that the format has firmly taken root for a wide range of readers. How can you stay on top of the hottest new graphic novels for children and teens? Join us for an exciting, hour-long program moderated Booklist Books for Youth senior editor Ian Chipman and featuring a panel of representatives from six leading graphic-novel publishers: ABDO, First Second Books, Kids Can Press, Papercutz, TOON Books, and Top Shelf.

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

April 10, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Spring Adult Book Buzz (Library Journal)

Pulitzer Prize winner Richard Ford’s Canada, his first novel in six years. Chelsea Cain’s Kill You Twice, next in the New York Times best-selling Archie Sheridan series. And award-winning broadcast journalist Lynn Sherr’s Swim: Why We Love the Water. These are some of the spring/summer season’s hottest titles, and they’ll be featured with other big titles on LJ’s April 10 webcast, Spring Adult Book Buzz. Arm yourself with suggestions for vacation reading by joining us as sponsors Harper Collins, Macmillan Library Marketing, Perseus, and Random House share their top picks.

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

April 10, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Virtual Connections (WebJunction)

Get connected with your library patrons! Connecting with patrons in the online world is vital for libraries. Learn how to build and maintain virtual, internet-based connections with your patrons by utilizing the tools they are increasingly using themselves, including Google Plus, QR Codes, and Pinterest. We will focus on how to get started with these platforms and how to immediately put them to use for your library. You will also be provided with ideas to expand your use of these great connection-oriented tools. Learn how libraries are growing virtual community connections and engaging with their patrons.

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

April 11, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Central Time
Mobilize your library with SirsiDynix BookMyne! (SirsiDynix)

This session will give libraries a preview of the BookMyne 3.0 mobile app. With BookMyne 3.0, all the great features of the BookMyne iPhone application are now extended to Android mobile users. Libraries can also take this a step further with BookMyne+, a unique customized app specific to your library. Project Gutenberg e-book integration, a refreshed user interface and native tablet support mark the BookMyne 3.0 release.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.sirsidynix.com/webinars

April 11, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Before You Seek a Grant: A Checklist for New Nonprofits (Grantspace)

Learn the characteristics of effective nonprofits and assess whether yours is ready for foundation fundraising. This class is designed for new nonprofits or community groups with very little experience in grantseeking. We focus specifically on foundation fundraising. The course will address such questions as: What groundwork do I have to have in place before approaching foundations for funding? What are the steps to obtaining incorporation and nonprofit status and where can I get some help to do so?

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/

April 11, 7:30 – 8:30 PM, Central Time
Information Professional to Intelligence Analyst: Translating your LIS Skills (San Jose State University – SLIS)

Librarians are breaking into a wide range of fields outside the traditional roles because our skills are extremely valuable across the board to many organizations and agencies. The Intelligence community is one of these. This presentation will highlight the transferable skills needed to make the transition from librarian to intelligence analyst, as well as provide tips on preparing a resume, and yourself, for a career supporting law enforcement and military agencies using your LIS background.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/slis/colloquia/2012/colloquia12sp.htm

April 13, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Nonprofit Sustainability: Building Blocks to Organizational Success (Grantspace)

Learn how to enhance your organization’s competitiveness and strengthen its financial health. Sustainability is a popular but often misunderstood buzzword in our sector. Nonprofit sustainability means more than just generating enough money to keep our organization afloat. In this class we will begin with the definition of nonprofit sustainability, and then we will cover each of the four key elements that contribute to long-term sustainability for an organization. Learn what you can do to increase your organization’s competitiveness and strengthen its financial health in the current economic climate.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/

April 17, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Juggling 101: Managing Multiple Priorities (InSync Training)

Time management” is an oxymoron. You can’t change it, or lengthen it, or shorten it, or ‘manage’ it. This course will help you identify ways to deal with the things you can manage: yourself, others, and the tasks with which you’re confronted.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs.htm

April 17, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Healing Reads: Bibliotherapy for the 21st Century (Infopeople)

The popularity of bibliotherapy has seen resurgence in the last few years with an emphasis on using both fiction and non-fiction reading in highly creative ways. Its aim now is to increase individual well-being rather than simply focus on self-help and psychological disorders. These changes offer a renewed role for bibliotherapy in your library! This one-hour webinar will review the benefits of bibliotherapy for all ages, provide examples of programming and services available, and share with you how to incorporate the use of bibliotherapy into your library. This webinar will be of interest to Adult, Teen and Children’s Librarians and Academic Librarians.

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

April 18, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
Breezing Along with the RML (National Library of Medicine)

Betsy Kelly, NN/LM MCR Assessment & Evaluation Coordinator will present on A&E software development challenge and the Kansas/Technology Coordinator will present at this session.

To log in, visit https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr. Enter as a guest. Sign in with your first and last names. Follow the instructions in the meeting room to have the Adobe Acrobat Connect system call you on your telephone.
For more information contact Jim Honour jhonour@uwyo.edu or call 307-766-6537.

April 18, 11:00 – 12:00, Central Time
How the Best Managers Create a Culture of Belief (American Management Association)

Are Your Employees “All In?” Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton teamed up with Towers Watson to analyze an unprecedented 300,000-person study revealing that high-performance organizations possess a distinctive kind of culture. In these environments, employees believe in their leaders and the company’s mission, values, and goals. Join us as Gostick and Elton explore a simple 7-step roadmap for creating a high-achieving culture: defining a burning platform, creating rigorous customer focus, making sure team members root for one another, and establishing clear accountability

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.amanet.org/news/events-calendar.aspx

April 18, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
QuickBooks Made Easy for Nonprofits and Libraries! (TechSoup)

Need an easy way to handle your organization’s accounting transactions? Join our free webinar, QuickBooks Made Easy for Nonprofits and Libraries! on Wednesday, April 18 at 11 a.m. Pacific time to learn more about how you can streamline your day-to-day business with the new 2012 updates to Intuit’s QuickBooks. During this webinar, we will be hearing from QuickBooks Made Easy instructor Gregg Bossen about how this tool can aid your nonprofit or library, giving you an in-depth look at the new updates to the QuickBooks software.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.techsoup.org/learningcenter/webinars/index.cfm

April 19, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, Central Time
Responsive Web Design Bootcamp (O’Reilly)

It is no longer safe to assume that visitors to your website are sitting in front of a large monitor equipped with a keyboard and mouse. As smartphones overtake the desktop as the primary portal to the Web – and as new device types and interaction models continue to emerge – designers need to adopt future-friendly strategies that support a full range of user contexts with a single codebase. This webcast is for web designers and developers who are interested in creating mobile web sites and web apps. A working familiarity with standard HTML, CSS, and JavaScript would be very helpful but is not required.

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

April 20, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Latest Trends in Library Architecture and Interior Design (San Jose State University – SLIS)

Steve and Desta Krong of Krong Design Inc. will discuss some of the latest trends in library architecture and interior design such as: how libraries have transformed through the years, the importance of design, identity, and branding, how to prepare for the future of library design, budget and scope considerations, architect‘s and interior designer‘s working relationships, new library rooms & areas, finish materials, furniture, lighting trends, case study reviews, and sustainability in library design and operations.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/slis/colloquia/2012/colloquia12sp.htm

April 23, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
My 3 Top Favorite Things (Accessible Technology Coalition)

Our iPad expert and AT Specialist, Jennifer McDonald-Peltier, will tell us about three apps that she uses all the time, with a variety of students. They are all very flexible and allow quick and easy personalization for the many individuals she sees.

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

April 24, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
The Murderous Month of May: Hot Mysteries for Spring (Booklist)

Booklist Online editor Keir Graff will preview Mystery Month, from Booklist’s May 1 Mystery Showcase to a wealth of Booklist Online exclusive content. Publishers HarperCollins, Macmillan, Random House, and Severn House will share the best titles for libraries from their forthcoming lists.

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

April 24, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Cook Book Spring Buzz (Library Journal)

As the nation’s diet—and its consequences—has become an increasingly common topic of conversation, commonsensical truths—from the social benefits of a shared family meal to the health boost that home cooked, unprocessed foods provide—have gained new advocates. What a better way to tap into these benefits than by cracking open some of these forthcoming spring cooking titles and preparing a delicious meal to share with friends or family.

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

April 24, 2:00 – 3:00 PM. Central Time
Leveraging Technology to Support Early Literacy in the Library (Infopeople)

Thinking of enhancing early literacy environments in your library? Wanting to learn more about technology for young children? Can’t decide what type of early literacy technology to add to your library? This webinar will review the benefits of technology for young children, the types of technology available, and how to incorporate the technology into your library. Find out how libraries can play a role in enhancing early literacy technology experiences and the importance of promoting technology for all ages.

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

April 25, 6:00 – 7:00 PM, Central Time
Mobilize your library with SirsiDynix BookMyne! (SirsiDynix)

This session will give libraries a preview of the BookMyne 3.0 mobile app. With BookMyne 3.0, all the great features of the BookMyne iPhone application are now extended to Android mobile users. Libraries can also take this a step further with BookMyne+, a unique customized app specific to your library. Project Gutenberg e-book integration, a refreshed user interface and native tablet support mark the BookMyne 3.0 release.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.sirsidynix.com/webinars

April 25, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Spotlight! on National Library of Medicine Resources (National Library of Medicine)

This Spotlight! session will focus on PubMed Health and will be presented by Dana Abbey, NN/LM MCR Health Information Literacy/Colorado Coordinator. Taking the one-hour class and completing the exercises and class evaluation makes you eligible to receive 1 Medical Library Association Continuing Education credit. This online training is FREE. Register online at http://tinyurl.com/mcrclasses (registration is not required but is appreciated).

URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr Equipment: connection to the Internet and a phone, Login: as a guest with your first and last name. Instructions to connect to the audio will show up once you’ve logged in. Captioning will be provided. Questions to Jim Honour, jhonour@uwyo.edu or 307-766-6537

April 26, 12:15 – 1:15 PM, Central Time
Database of the Month: Stat!Ref (Wyoming State Library)

Stat!Ref is a collection of nearly three dozen nursing, health care, and pharmacy resources. Stat!Ref includes full-text journals, evidence-based, point-of-care and authoritative resources.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/841312854

April 27, 1:00 – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Teen Literature Update 2012 (Infopeople)

The world of young adult literature is an inherently dynamic one and one that, in the last decade, has become among the most active in publishing. Each new publishing season brings a plethora of new titles, new forms, and new formats, many of which require new methods of evaluation. Keeping up with all of these changes and the new titles flooding the market can be a full-time job. This webinar will help students identify new trends and the best new titles and resources for collection development.

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

April 30, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, Central Time
Access to Public Records: tensions between the right-to-know and the protection of privacy and the role of Records Management in addressing these issues (San Jose State University – SLIS)

Government accountability, fostered by ready availability of public records, is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Yet the government also holds increasingly large amounts of sensitive personal and business data that is legitimately entitled to confidential treatment. Needless retention of information that is truly no longer needed creates risks ranging from improper breach of confidentiality, to burdens of “searching the haystack,” to unmanageable opacity by simple result of sheer quantity. The accelerating increase in the volume and range of public information calls for forward-looking management of information as a highly important asset.

For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/slis/colloquia/2012/colloquia12sp.htm