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Putting the "Pop" in Information Literacy eCourse

Putting the 'pop' in information literacy

CHICAGO — 91´«Ã½ Editions announces a new iteration of our popular eCourse Putting the "Pop" in Information Literacy. Dawn Stahura will serve as the instructor for a five-week facilitated eCourse starting on Jan. 5, 2015. In this course, Dawn Stahura will...

Copyright for Teachers and Librarians

Copyright for teachers and librarians

CHICAGO — 91´«Ã½ Editions announces a new iteration of its popular eCourse Copyright for Teachers and Librarians. Rebecca P. Butler will serve as the instructor for a four-week facilitated eCourse starting on Jan. 5, 2015. To create media-rich presentations...

LLAMA webinar explores appreciative strategic planning

CHICAGO — If your library is considering reinventing itself and is searching for an effective process of self-discovery, then “Appreciative Inquiry” may be just what you need. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present...

AASL eCOLLAB

New AASL webinar helps school librarians build an engaging website

CHICAGO – A new webinar from the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) will help school librarians create a website that is interactive and engaging to students, parents, teachers and other stakeholders in the learning community. Presented by...

AASL eCOLLAB

AASL calls for webinar proposals

CHICAGO – The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) invites subject matter experts and school librarians looking to share best practices with their peers to submit proposals for AASL eCOLLAB webinars. AASL seeks webinars 45-60 minutes in length...

American Libraries Live

Connecting patrons to quality information: next free American Libraries Live broadcast

CHICAGO — There’s a huge demand for full-text, credible research that’s easy to find, unbiased and not hiding behind a paywall. In-depth information on issues like product research, health issues, hobbies, career advice and personal finance are within the...

How to teach online: A beginner’s guide

CHICAGO — 91´«Ã½ TechSource announces an exciting new iteration of the popular workshop, How to Teach Online: A Beginner’s Guide with Paul Signorelli and Dan Freeman. This workshop will last 90 minutes and take place at 2:30 pm Eastern on Wednesday, Dec. 10...

Applying copyright in online learning environments

CHICAGO — 91´«Ã½ TechSource announces an exciting new workshop, Applying Copyright in Online Learning Environments with Gretchen McCord. This workshop will last 90 minutes and take place at 2:30 p.m. Eastern on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014. In this workshop...

The power of play: An introduction to designing early learning spaces

CHICAGO — 91´«Ã½ Editions announces an exciting new workshop, The Power of Play: An Introduction to Designing Early Learning Spaces with Dorothy Stoltz, Marisa Conner and James Bradberry. This workshop will consist of two 90-minute sessions and take place at...

American Libraries Live

Open Access discussed in free American Libraries Live broadcast

CHICAGO — Scholarly journals are increasingly becoming digital, experimenting with new publishing models such as Open Access (OA) and incorporating multimedia into their formats. In addition, the process of research continues to evolve because of mandates...

ALSC Online Education

Registration open for Winter 2015 ALSC online courses

CHICAGO — The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) encourages participants to sign up for Winter 2015 ALSC online courses. Registration is open for all courses. Classes begin Monday, Jan. 5, 2015. Three of the courses being offered this...

NoveList

Learn to improve book annotation writing skills in new RUSA webinar

CHICAGO — A new webinar from the Reference a­­nd User Services Association (RUSA) will teach readers how to improve their book annotation writing skills. “Book Annotations: Short and Snappy Made Easy” is presented by two team members from NoveList, Shauna...

AASL eCOLLAB

AASL webinar helps school librarians evaluate school library collections

CHICAGO – A new webinar from the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) will help school librarians in this increasingly digital age to evaluate and demonstrate the value of their school library’s collection. Presented by Sue Kimmel, “Counting...

Free webinar series teaches libraries to 'turn outward' and lead positive community change

CHICAGO — The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) invites library professionals to view a free webinar series designed to help libraries strengthen their role as core community leaders and work with residents to bring positive change to their communities...

Sari Feldman

91´«Ã½ President-elect Sari Feldman will kick off series of webinars featuring library thought leaders

CHICAGO — In today’s rapidly changing library environment, innovative ideas and practices are more important than ever before. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA), a division of the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½), will present...