The State Library Library Development staff will continue to publish a monthly Online Roundup of coming webinars, with the much appreciated help of the Wyoming State Library. However, we may feature a special program that is a little further in the future or an archived webinar that should not be forgotten.
FEATURED PROGRAM FOR FALL 2010:
The Rural Library Trustee: Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships
September 14, 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Central Time
How do library trustees get trained? How are director and trustee roles defined to ensure a healthy library organization? How are trustee relationships cultivated both in and outside the library circle? Join us for a webinar exploring these and other questions related to library trustees that will provide you with practical ideas and tactical strategies to support and advocate for your library organization as a trustee, or library director in a small or rural community. This webinar is brought to you by ARSL (Association for Rural and Small Libraries) and featuring presenters: Sally Gardner Reed, Executive Director ALTAFF (Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations); Kim Armentrout, Library of Virginia; and Jim Minges, Director of the Northeast Kansas Library System.
For more information and to register, please go to:
http://evanced.info/webjunction/evanced/eventsignup.asp?ID=1662
PROGRAM ABSTRACTS & LOGIN INFORMATION FOR JULY PROGRAMS:
July 7, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Central Time
Successful Social media Programs at Your Library (Texas State Library & Archives)
So you have launched your library into the Twitter-verse! Now what? How do you attract followers? How can you use it to publicize events? Provide new services? Join Meg Canada<http://www.linkedin.com/in/megcanada>, Senior Librarian, Social Media and Public Training Coordinator at Hennepin County Library (MN)<http://www.hclib.org/> as she takes you on a tour of successful social media experiences. Meg’s tour will cover libraries and other organizations that have been effective at using Twitter to highlight events, achievements, and services.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/
July 7, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM, Central Time
Social Networking for Advocacy & Activism (Common Knowledge)
In this newest addition to the Common Knowledge Social Networking Series, we’ll take a close look at social networking focused advocacy programs at several leading nonprofits including Sierra Club, PETA, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, International Fund for Animal Welfare, Arthritis Foundation and others We’ll explain the strategy, concepts and best practices employed by each group, and highlight valuable components unique to each program.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://commonknow.com/html/webinars.php
July 8, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM, Central Time
Social Media Tips & Secrets (TechSoup)
Social media has dramatically changed how nonprofits and libraries communicate with supporters, donors, and volunteers. Most nonprofits in the United States now use social media in their communications and development strategies, but few have been properly trained on how to best utilize sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Your library’s return on investment (ROI) in social media is directly related to whether your staff fully understands the long-term implications of social media and are knowledgeable of each sites’ unique functionality and toolset.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.techsoupforlibraries.org/?q=events
July 14, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Central Time
Conducting Surveys III: Analyzing Data and Reporting Methods (Nebraska Library Commission)
Tackling the job of conducting a survey for your library can be daunting. A systematic and quality-driven approach will yield results which can provide valuable information to decision-makers and stakeholders. This three-part series of workshops on conducting surveys will demystify the survey process, from beginning to end of your project.
To register for this event, go to: http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/training/eventshow.asp?ProgID=9638
July 14, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM, Central Time
Mission Inspired Gift Fundraising: Using a Fundraising Catalog to Raise Money Online (Common Knowledge)
Learn about a new online fundraising model that world-class nonprofits in many sectors are using to literally raise millions of dollars online. Based on a giving catalog, the program presents supporters with mission-inspired options for giving. For example, at Operation Smile, an international health organization, their Holiday Gift Catalog allows supporters to donate $60 to purchase hospital gowns for 10 children who received surgical services from the charity; a $75 donation funds all the supplies necessary for one surgery.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://commonknow.com/html/webinars.php
July 14, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Central Time
Reader-Friendly Library Service (Texas State Library & Archives)
All libraries want to put patrons at the heart of their service but how do we make this a reality and not just an aspiration? Rachel Van Riel will talk about the reader-centered approach which Opening the Book<http://www.openingthebook.com/> has developed with libraries in the UK. Moving beyond the concept of readers’ advisory, the reader-centered approach involves active intervention to open up reading choices, to offer opportunities to share reading experiences and to raise the status of reading as a creative act. This way of thinking has energized library staff across the UK to engage with their customers in new ways. Whether you work in policy making or on the library floor, you will find inspiration and practical ideas to make your library service truly reader-friendly.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/
July 20, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, Central Time
Let’s Get Social: Social Bookmarking (OPAL) Social bookmarking lets you share your favorite websites with others, as well as giving you access from any computer. We’ll talk about how and why libraries are using various social bookmarking sites, such as delicious, digg, and StumbleUpon.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.opal-online.org/progschrono.htm
July 21, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Central Time
Communication–Getting the Word Out: Does your audience hear what you mean? (Nebraska Library Commission)
The library has a lot to offer, as a provider of information and entertainment, and as a partner in the cultural, economic, and civic life of the community. But it can be difficult to compose the message and to find channels to deliver it that will make sure that the message gets through. Mary Jo Ryan, Nebraska Library Commission Communications Coordinator will offer some techniques for improving communications with the community.
To register for this event, go to: http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/training/eventshow.asp?ProgID=9238
July 21, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Central Time
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,<http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/mail/mail2staff.asp?Michael%20Sauers> and Michael will have your answers.
To register for this event, go to: http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/training/eventshow.asp?ProgID=9640
July 23, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Central Time
Database of the Month: Grzimek’s Animal Life (Wyoming State Library)
This month we will explore Grzimek’s Animal Life. It covers 4000 animal species…and the photos are gorgeous! In addition there is detailed information about biomes and up to date news items. Appropriate for public and academic libraries, and schools. Adults will love it as much as kids. Come see what it is all about!
To join the webinar, go to https://www.yugma.com/viewer/viewersignup.php?SessionID=305823442 The audio portion of the webinar will be presented through LeaderPhone. Dial 1-877-278-8686 and enter the PIN 315052 to join.
July 28, 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Look for a Job Using Online Sources (Texas State Library & Archives)
Are you finding yourself being a job counselor for many of your library users? How to Look for a Job Using Online Sources will provide you with relevant, practical links for assisting job seekers. Learn which sites have the best results and are easy for people to use independently. Tips will be shared on building a strong online presence in regards to job searches.
For more information and to register for this program, visit: http://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/