FREE webinar - Library Support Staff Certification

The American Library Association’s Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC) Program will be hosting two free webinars regarding the program next week. Information and links to register are listed below. If you have any questions, please email lssc@ala.org. November 13th, 2pm Central Time – An Introduction to the LSSC Program On Tuesday, November 13 at 2:00 pm (Central), 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. Register to attend at https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/708834697 November 15th, 2pm Central Time – Preparing a Portfolio Many LSSC candidates want to prepare portfolios to meet LSSC requirements. On Thursday, November 15 at 2:00 pm (Central), LSSC will offer an hour-long webinar explaining what the LSSC Program requires in a portfolio. The presentation will also give you the chance to see examples of successful submissions and learn how your portfolio will be evaluated. This webinar is open to all interested candidates. Register to attend at: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/541263328

FREE webinar - Text a Librarian

11/15/2012 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. (CT) Transforming Traditional Library Services: Text a Librarian – Ideas for Best Practices (Infopeople) The mobile revolution – the use of mobile devices to access information, communication, and entertainment networks and services from many locations – is one of the fastest, most pervasive technological revolutions in the history of humankind. The pace of change, the plethora of devices and new versions, the battle for operating system supremacy, and the app explosion have resulted in a dizzying matrix of problems, challenges, and opportunities for libraries and library workers. At the end of this one-hour webinar, the second of a four-part series, participants will: Understand how mobile reference services work, Identify some of the software/vendors that supply mobile reference services, Be familiar with the types of questions best answered via mobile reference, and Share best practices for mobile reference services. http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar

FREE webinar - RDA

11/14/2012 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (CT) RDA: Are We There Yet? (Georgia Library Association) It's been a long time coming, but Resource Description and Access (RDA), the new cataloging code, will be implemented by the Library of Congress next year. Are you ready? In this session, Emily Dust Nimsakont will provide an update on the latest RDA-related developments and offer tips for RDA implementation. http://gla.georgialibraries.org/mediawiki/index.php/Carterette_Series_Webinars

FREE webinar - Video Book Talks

11/14/2012 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. (CT) Video Book Talks: From Script to Screen (Nebraska Library Commission) Sally, Michael and Laura will discuss the how and why of video book talks—and demonstrate making one, from writing your script to editing your video to posting it online. If you want to engage your Teens, market your book discussion group, or just encourage people to read, check out this easy, fun way to add book talks to your Website. http://nlc.nebraska.gov/scripts/calendar/eventshow.asp?ProgID=11755

FREE webinar - Donor Campaigns

11/9/2012 11:00 - Noon (CT) Tips for Successful Major (and Minor) Donor Campaigns: All you ever wanted to know (Montana State Library) Join Leslie Modrow of the Parmly Billings Library Foundation to learn more about fundraising for your library. Learn about how to set a goal, who to get involved, how much to request, how to make the “ask”, pitfalls and no-no’s to avoid, and what resources you can use https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/275292976

Connections. Perspective. Inspiration. Kentucky History Day Spring 2013 Internship: Education Kentucky Service Corps AmeriCorps The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) is a state agency and membership organization that is fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The KHS mission is to engage people in the exploration of the Commonwealth’s diverse heritage by providing connections to the past, perspective on the present and inspiration for the future. Students will participate in a 300-hour internship program with the KHS education team. This internship will consist of assisting with Kentucky’s National History Day program and developing school outreach programs and materials related to it. Administrative responsibilities pertaining to membership, district, state and national contest are also required. The internship will provide one full day of training plus training throughout the internship. Students will also be expected to attend all district contests and state contest of Kentucky’s National History Day. Requirements: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university as an undergraduate (junior or senior standing) or a graduate student. Student must also have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel throughout the state. Project is a minimum of 300 hours. Training begins in December 2012. Projects are on a flexible schedule. Position must be completed by Aug. 31, 2013. Required dates: March 2: Morehead State University, Morehead, Ky. March 9: DuPont Manual High School, Louisville, Ky. March 16: Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, Ky. March 23: Kentucky Wesleyan College, Owensboro, Ky. March 29: Southeast Community and Technical College, Cumberland, Ky. April 26 and 27: University of Louisville, Louisville, Ky. This is a temporary position, with an educational voucher of $1,132 offered through AmeriCorps, and requires travel. Employee benefits are not available. Housing is not provided. To apply, email cover letter and resume to phyllis.gilman@ky.gov. No phone calls please. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D To become eligible for the $1,132 educational voucher offered through AmeriCorps applicants must also complete and application through Kentucky Campus Compact. Visit http://kycompact.nku.edu/ and click the Kentucky Service Corps link.

FREE webinar - Disaster planning

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