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November CE Opportunities

 Here are your November CE opportunities - a little late! Happy Fall!

  • Digital Life Decoded: A User-Centered Approach to Cyber-Security and Privacy, a LITA webinar scheduled for November 7 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $45 - $105*, register here!
  • Supervisory Success: Interpersonal Skills for New and Not-so-new Supervisors, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for November 7 - December 4. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Serving People with Mental Health Challenges at Your Library, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for November 7 - December 4. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Video in Libraries: An Introduction to Making and Using Web-based Videos, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for November 7 - December 4. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Picture This! Great New Picture Books, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for November 7 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Changing eBooks Providers, Made Easy, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for November 8 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Social Media for Book Lovers: Online Book Groups and More, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for November 8 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
  • How to Win the Research Obstacle Course, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for November 9 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Hosting Your Own Comic Con: The Ultimate All-Ages Program, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for November 9 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Protecting Your Online Privacy: Risks and Strategies, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for November 9 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Parent Engagement Workshops, an Infpeople Online course scheduled for November 14 - December 4. Cost = $150*, register here!
  • New Youth Nonfiction for Winter and Beyond, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for November 14 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Storytelling for Community Relationships, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for November 14 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • How to be a 21st Century Librarian, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for November 14 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • RBdigital: Beyond the App - What's Next? a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for November 15 at noon Central Time. Register here!
  • Translating Research into Community Growth: Creative Library Support for Cooperative Extension, a FREE ALA webinar scheduled for November 27 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Project Management Fundamentals for Library Staff, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for November 28 - January 2, 2018. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Must-Have Middle Grade: Librarian Tips and Tricks, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for November 28 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Legally Using Images: Understanding Digital Copyright, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for November 29 at 12:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
  • Social Media Analytics: What to Measure and Why, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for November 30 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!

* SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

November 06, 2017 in ALA, Books, Collection Development, Infopeople, PLA, Webinar, WebJunction | Permalink | Comments (0)

October CE Opportunities

 Here are your October Learning Opportunities! Enjoy and Happy Learning!

  • Project Management in Libraries, a RUSA Online course scheduled for October 2 - October 27. Cost = $130 - $210*, register here!
  • Library Grants 101, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for October 3 - October 30. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • From Puttering to Prototype in Makerspaces: Using Design Thinking with Elementary and Middle-School Students, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for October 3 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Defying Definitions: Top Graphic Novels for Fall, a FREE Library Journal webinar scheduled for October 4 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Serving Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for October 5 and 12 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $75*, register here!
  • Genealogical Research for Librarians, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin October 9 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $250*, register here!
  • Creating a Culture of Usability in Your Library, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin October 9 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $199*, register here!
  • Graphic Design for Library Staff, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for October 10 - November 6. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Bilingual Storytimes: Reaching Through the Language Barrier, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for October 12 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • How to Implement a Digitization Program, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin October 12 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $185*, register here!
  • Content Marketing: Beyond the Random Post, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for October 17 - November 13. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Expanding Access to Digital Resources by Sharing, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for October 17 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Tracking Technology Trends: Staying Current in a World of Information Overload, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for October 18 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • New Books for Storytime a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for October 18 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Going Fully Mobile in Your Library: Eliminate the Desk and Improve Service, a FREE DEMCO webinar scheduled for October 19 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Data in Libraries: Data Basics and the Reference Interview, the first in a 3-part RUSA webinar series scheduled for October 19 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $45 - $65 each webinar or $120 - $156 for all three. Register here!
  • Marketing the 21st Century Library, a RUSA Online course scheduled for October 23 - November 17. Cost = $130 - $210*, register here!
  • Diversity, Inclusion, and Empowerment in Library Makerspaces, a LITA webinar scheduled for October 24 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $45 - $105*, register here!
  • Getting Started with Social Media for Your Library, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for October 24 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Pulse Pounding Mysteries for Fall, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for October 24 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Making Training Stick: An Interactive Webinar for Supervisors, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for October 24 at noon Central Time. Register here!
  • Tabletop Games and 21st Century Skills, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for October 24 - November 6. Cost = $150*, register here!
  • Making Your Library Work for Homeschoolers, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for October 25 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
  • Data in Libraries: Open Data, the second in a 3-part RUSA webinar series scheduled for October 26 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $45 - $65 each webinar or $120 - $156 for all three. Register here!
  • Winter is Coming: Stocking Your Series Nonfiction Shelves, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for October 27 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!

* SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

September 28, 2017 in ALA, Books, Collection Development, Infopeople, PLA, Webinar, WebJunction | Permalink | Comments (0)

September CE Opportunities

Here are your September CE Opportunities - a little late. Happy Learning!

  • Top 10 Tips for Managing Reference Today, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for September 7 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • How to Market Your Library, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin September 11 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Fostering Inclusivity in the Library, a UW iSchool online course scheduled for September 11 - October 8. Cost = $125*, register here!
  • Creating Top-Notch Customer Service at Your Library, a UW iSchool Online course scheduled for September 11 - October 15. Cost = $165*, register here!
  • Romancing Readers, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for September 12 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Introduction to Library Management, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for September 12 - October 9. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Opiod Crisis Town Hall: Library Needs and Responses, a FREE PLA and WebJunction webcast scheduled for September 12 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Making Banned Books Week Work in Your Community, a FREE PLA webinar scheduled for September 13 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • 21st Century Library Ethics, LLAMA webinar scheduled for September 13 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $49 - $59*, register here!
  • Why eBooks? Best Practices from School Librarians, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for September 14 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Measuring the Impact of Digital Literacy Services with Project Outcome & Digital Learn.org, a FREE PLA webinar scheduled for September 14 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Introduction to Critical Information Literacy: Promoting Social Justice through Librarianship, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin September 18 and continue for 5 weeks. Cost = $225*, register here!
  • Online Tutorials: Creating them Easily and Effectively, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin September 18 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Becoming the Copyright Specialist in Your Library, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin September 18 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Programming for Tweens, a UW iSchool Online course scheduled for September 18 - October 13. Cost = $125*, register here!
  • Advanced Public Library Administration, a UW iSchool online course. Scheduled for September 18 - December 8. Cost = $415*, register here!
  • What's Cooking for Fall 2017, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for September 19 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Children's Services Fundamentals, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for September 19 - October 16. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Thinking Outside the Collection Box: How to Serve Genealogists Now, a FREE Infopeople and Niche Academy webinar scheduled for September 21 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Recorded Books You Should Know: Upcoming Audios, Fall 2017, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for September 21 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Public and Community Library Services, a UW iSchool Online course scheduled for September 25 - December 15. Cost = $415*, register here!
  • Providing Services to People Living with Alzheimer's, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for September 26 at 2:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Series Nonfiction to Know for Your Library, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for September 26 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • The Name of the Game: Playing Tabletop Games to Build 21st Century Skills, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for September 26 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • 36 Adult Program Ideas in 90 Minutes, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for September 27 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Literacy Redefined: How to Integrate Multiple Literacies into your Strategic Plan and Library Initiatives, a Library Journal online course scheduled for September 27 - October 19. Cost = $296.65 - $349*, register here!
  • Rethinking Library Programming: Transforming Your Approach, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for September 28 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!

* SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

September 07, 2017 in ALA, Books, Collection Development, Infopeople, PLA, Webinar, WebJunction | Permalink | Comments (0)

August CE Opportunities

 Here are your August CE Opportunities - a couple are today! Happy Learning!

  • USA Learns: A Free Website to Learn English and Prepare for U.S. Citizenship, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for August 1 at 2 p.m. Register here!
  • Great Book Group Reads, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for August 1 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Customizing Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager, an ALA online course scheduled to begin August 7  and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $185*, register here!
  • Readers' Advisory Fundamentals: Books and Beyond, an Infopeople online course scheduled for August 8 - September 18. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Fall YA Announcements, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for August 7 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Creating a Digital Media Space for Today's Teens, an ALA online workshop scheduled for August 9 and 16 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $55*, register here!
  • How to Respond do a Security Incident in Your Library, an ALA online workshop scheduled for August 10 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Introduction to Metadata and Linked Data, an ALA online course scheduled to begin August 14 and continue for 6 weeks. Cost = $250*, register here!
  • Engaging Teens with Digital Media, an ALA online course scheduled to begin August 14 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Using Social Media for Readers' Advisory, an Infopeople online course scheduled for August 15 - 28. Cost = $150*, register here!
  • Making Time for Middle Grade, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for August 15 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Creating Inclusive Storytimes for ALL Children, an ALA online workshop scheduled for August 17 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • More than #MotivationMonday: Motivating Your Team Any Day of the Week, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for August 17 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Telling the Library Story with Data, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for August 22 - September 18. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Good Reads for Reluctant Readers, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for August 22 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • How to Delivery Great Library Customer Service, an ALA online workshop scheduled for August 23 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • I am not a Robot: Using Emotional Intelligence to Humanize Virtual Reference, a RUSA webinar scheduled for August 24 at 11 a.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Using Snapchat to Reach Library Patrons, an ALA online workshop scheduled for August 24 and 31 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $85*, register here!
  • IFLA's Global Vision: An Interactive Discussion, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for August 24 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Basic Public Library Administration, a UW iSchool online course scheduled for August 28 - November 17. Cost = $415*, register here!

* SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

August 01, 2017 in ALA, Books, Collection Development, Infopeople, PLA, WebJunction | Permalink | Comments (0)

July CE Opportunities

 Happy Summer! Here are your July CE Opportunities - happy learning!

  • Cyber Security and Privacy: Protecting Yourself and Your Users, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for July 6 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Basic Reference Skills for Non-Reference Librarians, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin July 10 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Understanding E-Books: All You Need to Know Now and for the Future, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin July 10 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Mindfulness for Librarians: Handling Stress and Thriving Under Pressure, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin July 10 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $195*, register here!
  • Effective Library Signage: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for July 12 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Serving Those Who Served: Working with the Veteran and Military Communities, a RUSA webinar scheduled for July 13 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $45 - 65*, register here!
  • WordPress for Libraries, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for July 17 - August 25. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Using LibGuides, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for July 17 - August 25. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Homeless Library Patrons, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for July 17 - August 25. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Enticing Book Club Picks, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for July 18 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Build a Great Team, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for July 19 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Wikipedia for Libraries: Preview the Possibilities, Discover the Opportunities, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for July 19 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • The Google Driver's Manual, a RUSA webinar scheduled for July 21 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $45 - $65*, register here!
  • Out of This World! New SF, Fantasy, and Horror Books, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for July 25 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • How to Transform Your Library on a Shoestring Budget, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for July 26 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $35*, register here!
  • Measures that Matter, Part 3: Moving Towards More Meaningful Measures, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for July 26 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Fake News, Real Concerns: Developing Information Literate Students, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for July 27 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Coding Together, Learning Together: Starting a Coding Club at Your Library, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for July 31 - August 25. Cost = $125*, register here!
  • Successful Outreach and Marketing for any Library, a RUSA Online course scheduled for July 31 - September 8. Cost = $130 - $210*, register here!

* SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

June 28, 2017 in ALA, Books, Collection Development, Infopeople, UW Madison - SLIS, WebJunction | Permalink | Comments (0)

June CE Opportunities

 It might be almost summer, but there are loads of learning opportunities for you in June. Happy Learning!

  • Getting Started with Library Service Design, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin June 5 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $195*, register here!
  • Creating a Marketing plan for Your Library, a UW SLIS online course scheduled for June 5 - July 9. Cost = $165*, register here!
  • Volunteer Management, a UW SLIS online course scheduled for June 5 - 30. Cost = $125*, register here!
  • Creating Early Literacy Programs: Connecting with Early Childhood Development, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin June 5 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Cutting the Red Tape: Finding and Using E-Government Tools and Resources, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin June 5 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Apps for Librarians: Empower Your Users with Mobile App Literacy, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin June 5 and continue for 5 weeks. Cost = $250*, register here!
  • Let the Wild Rumpus Start! Child-lead play in public library programming, a FREE UW SLIS webinar scheduled for June 6 at noon Central Time. Register here!
  • Sharing eBooks Means Caring, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for June 6 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Fighting Fake News, a Library Journal online course scheduled for June 6 - 20. Cost = $250 - $349*. Register here!
  • Information & Media Literacy: Skills Needed in Today's World, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for June 6 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • 50 Years of YA: Part 1, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for June 6 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Staying on Top of Technology Trends, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for June 6 - July 3. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Pop-up Libraries: Out of the Stacks and into the Community, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for June 6 - 19th. Cost = $150*, register here!
  • Designing a People-Focused Library, a Library Journal online course scheduled for June 7 - July 12. Cost = $279.20  $349*. Register here!
  • Offering Service and Support to the LGBTQIA Community and Allies, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for June 7 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $55*, register here!
  • Using DigitalLearn in your Library, a FREE PLA webinar scheduled for June 7 at noon Central Time. Register here!
  • Six Strong Benefits to Supporting Your Local Author Community in Your Library, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for June 8 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • W.W. Norton's Liveright Celebrates 100th Anniversary, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for June 8 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Graphically Different: a Discussion on Diversity in Comics and Graphic Novels, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for June 13 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • 50 Years of YA: Part 2, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for June 13 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Measures that Matter Part two: Detailing the Data-based Story of Public Libraries, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for June 13 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • How to Fix the 25 Most Common Library Website Problems, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for June 14 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Developing and Supporting your LGBTQ Collection, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for June 15 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Introduction to Records Management, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for June 19 - August 11. Cost = $275*, register here!
  • Maintaining a Safe and Respectful Library: a Customized Plan, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for June 20 - July 17th. Cost = #200*, register here!
  • Veterans and Mental Health - Learning about PTSD, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for June 20 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Bikes in Libraries: A Practical Guide Workshop, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for June 21 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
  • Database Design Fundamentals, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for June 26 - August 4. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Grant Writing for Librarians, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for June 26 - August 4. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Effective Online Outreach: Tools and Tactics for Connecting Communities and Collections, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for June 29 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!

* SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

May 30, 2017 in ALA, Books, Collection Development, Infopeople, PLA, WebJunction | Permalink | Comments (0)

May CE Opportunities

 Happy May! Here are your CE opportunities for this month. Happy Learning!

  • 40+ New Revenue Sources for Libraries and Nonprofits, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin May 1 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $185*, register here!
  • Rethinking Digital Literacy, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin May 1 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Basics of Personal Digital File Management, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for May 2 at 1 p.m. Central. Register here!
  • Customer Service Challenges: Dealing with Difficult Patron Behavior, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for May 2 - May 29. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • How to Hire a New Library Employee, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for May 4 and May 11 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $80*, register here!
  • Hot YA Reads: Summer 2017, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for May 9 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • All Work is Team Work, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for May 9 - June 5. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Supervisory Success: Interpersonal Skills for New and Not-so-new Supervisors, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for May 9 - June 5. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Basic Cataloging and Classification, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for May 9 - June 5. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Find it Fast! Local History at Your Fingertips, a FREE webinar from UW Madison iSchool scheduled for May 9 at 12 noon Central Time. Register here!
  • Building Great Programs for Patrons in their 20s and 30s, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for May 10 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $55*, register here!
  • Readers' Advisory: Where does RA fit in your 21st Century Library, a FREE NoveList webinar scheduled for May 10 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • What's New in Young Adult Literature - 2017, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for May 10 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Designing Interactive Library Spaces on Limited Budgets, a FREE DEMCO webinar scheduled for May 11 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Beyond the Welcome Sign: Tailoring Immigrant Services for Success, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for May 11 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Basic American Sign Language for Library Staff, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin May 15 and continue for 6 weeks. Cost = $195*, register here!
  • Ready to Read! Board Books, Picture Books, & Middle-Grade Novels, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for May 16 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Programming with Cosplay: Embracing Costume Play in your Library Workshop, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for May 17 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $55*, register here!
  • The Hottest Graphic Novels of Spring 2017, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for May 17 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Independents Day for Crime Fiction, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for May 18 at 1 p.m. Central. Register here!
  • Listen Up! New Audiobooks for Summer and Beyond, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for May 23 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Measures that Matter: a View into the Current Public Library Data Landscape, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for May 23 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Building Great Programs for Seniors, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for May 24 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Understanding E-Books: a Guide to Current Challenges and Future Possibilities, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for May 25 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!

* SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

May 02, 2017 in ALA, Books, Collection Development, Infopeople, PLA, Webinar, WebJunction | Permalink | Comments (0)

April CE Opportunities

 Happy Spring! Here are your April CE Opportunities - Happy Learning!

  • Web Design Basics for Librarians, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin April 3 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $$175*, register here!
  • Using WebDewey and Understanding Dewey Decimal Classification, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin April 3 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Emotional Intelligence in the Library Workplace, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for April 4 - May 1. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Cheap and Easy: An Introduction to Passive Programming, a FREE webinar from UW Madison iSchool scheduled for April 4 at 12 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Five Self-Publishing Faux Pas to Avoid in the Library, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for April 4 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Spring Picture Books: New Books for the Newest Readers, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for April 4 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Introduction to Critical Information Literacy: Promoting Social Justice Through Librarianship, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin April 10 and continue for 5 weeks. Cost = $225*, register here!
  • Informed Browsing: Exploring Your Library's Collection with Metadata, a FREE NoveList webinar scheduled for April 11 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Sleeper HIts for Summer 2017, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for April 11 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Middle-Grade Reading: Spring 2017, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for April 11 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Beyond Cataloging: RDA, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for April 11 - May 8. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Dealing with Challenging Patrons, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for April 12 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Sustainable Thinking for the Future of Libraries, a PLA webinar scheduled for April 12 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $28 - $35*, register here!
  • Informational Books for Storytime, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for April 12 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Adult Programming: Planning for Success, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin April 17 and continue for three weeks. Cost = $199*, register here!
  • Project Management Fundamentals for Librarians, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin April 17 and continue for 12 weeks. Cost = $500*, register here!
  • Now Hear This: #LoveAudiobooks, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for April 18 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Civility Goes Viral: A New Approach for a New Era, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for April 18 a 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Developing Effective Library Partnerships, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for April 18 - May 15. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Re-evaluating Existing Library Spaces and Furnishings on a Budget, a FREE DEMCO webinar scheduled for April 19 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Building Effective Relationships with Schools, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for April 19 and 26 at 1:30 p.m. Central time. Cost = $85*, register here!
  • Veterans and Mental Health - Suicide Prevention, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for April 20 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Spring the Trap: Mysteries that Won't Let Go, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for April 25 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Serving People with Mental Illness at Your Library, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for April 25 - May 22. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Adult Programming for Emerging Adults, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for April 25 - May 22. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • How to Make Blended Learning Work in Your School, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for April 29 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • More than Storytime: Outreach to Childcare Centers and Preschools, a FREE webinar from UW Madison iSchool scheduled for April 25 at 12 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • The Art of Coding, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for April 27 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!

* SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

March 31, 2017 in ALA, Books, Collection Development, Infopeople, PLA, WebJunction | Permalink | Comments (0)

March CE Opportunities

 Happy March! Here are your CE opportunities for this month. Happy Learning!

  • Event Planning in Libraries, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for March 6 - 31. Cost = $125*, register here!
  • Organize your Personal and Professional Life with Apps, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin March 6 and continue for 5 weeks. Cost - $199*, register here!
  • How to Implement a Digitization Program, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin March 6 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $185*, register here!
  • Rethinking Social Media to Organize Information and Communities, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin March 6 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Series Nonfiction Must Haves for the School Library, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for March 7 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Privacy Literacy at Your Library, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for March 7 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Afterschool and Out-of-School Programming, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for March 7 - April 3. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Using Change Management to Transform Your Library, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for March 8 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Connecting Schools and Public Libraries Through Data, a FREE DEMCO webinar scheduled for March 8 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • The Librarian's Nitty-Gritty Guide to Content Marketing, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for March 9 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $55*, register here!
  • Historypin: Using Local History for Community Engagement, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for March 9 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • WiLS World Shorts: Tool Tips, a FREE webinar from WiLS scheduled for March 10 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Online Searching at the Reference Desk, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for March 13 - April 21. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • New Graphic Novels for Your Library, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for March 14 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Widgets and Tweaks: Tools for Spicing Up Websites and Blogs, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for March 14 - 27th. Cost = $150*, register here!
  • Introduction to Library Management, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for March 14 - April 10. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Serving Children on the Autism Spectrum, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for March 15 and 22 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $75*, register here!
  • Introduction to Metadata, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for March 20 - May 8. Cost = $275*, register here!
  • Stellar Series Nonfiction, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for March 21 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Meeting Community Needs through Technology Planning, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for March 21 - April 17. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Hosting Your Own Comic Con: The Ultimate All-Ages Program, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for March 23 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • What's New in Children's Literature - 2017, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for March 23 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Media Mentorship, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for March 27 - April 29. Cost = $165*, register here!
  • Building an Adult Literacy Program at Your Library, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for March 28 - April 24. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Whole Person Librarianship: Fostering Empathy in Challenging Times, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for March 28 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Library Love for Library Reads, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for March 28 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!

* SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

March 03, 2017 in ALA, Books, Collection Development, Infopeople, WebJunction | Permalink | Comments (0)

February CE Opportunities

 Whew - where did January go? Here are your February CE Opportunities. Happy Learning!

  • Using Surveys to Improve Your Library Workshop, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for February 1 and February 8 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $75*, register here!
  • Creativity and Library Leadership: Moving the Next Gen Library Forward, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for February 2 and 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Creating Top Notch Service at Your Library, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for February 6 - March 12. Cost = $165*, register here!
  • How to Market Your Library, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin February 6 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Coding Together, Learning Together, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for February 6 - March 3. Cost = $125*, register here!
  • Basic Reference Skills for Non-Reference Librarians, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin February 6 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Storytime Shenanigans: Building Great Programs for Preschoolers, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin February 6 and continue for 3 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Engaging Teens with Digital Media: Creating Stories and Games, an ALA Online course scheduled to begin February 6 and continue for 4 weeks. Cost = $175*, register here!
  • Full STEAM Ahead, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for February 7 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Teen Services Fundamentals, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for February 7 - March 6. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Developmentally Appropriate Programming for Babies & Toddlers, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for February 9 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Introduction to User Experience, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for February 13 - March 27. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Basic Public Library Administration, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for February 13 - May 5. Cost = $415*, register here!
  • Organization and Management of Collections, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for February 13 - May 5. Cost = $415*, register here!
  • Libraries Help Patrons Become Financially Empowered Consumers, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for February 14 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Library Newsletters Made Easy(ier), a FREE NoveList webinar scheduled for February 14 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Teaching Tolerance, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for February 14 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Project Management Fundamentals for Library Staff, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for February 14 - March 13. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Emerging Tech Trends in Libraries - Part 6, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for February 21 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Library Services for Patrons Experience Homelessness, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for February 21 - March 20. Cost = $200*, register here!
  • Improve Your Library: Using the 5 Phases of Project Management, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for February 22 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • Creating Inclusive Storytimes for All Children, an ALA Online workshop. Scheduled for February 23 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
  • How to Successfully Roll Out Project Outcome in Your Library, a FREE PLA webinar scheduled for February 23 at 1  p.m. Central Time. Register here!
  • Exploring South Asia through Children's and YA Literature, a UW SLIS Online course scheduled for February 27 - March 24. Cost = $125*, register here!
  • Visualizing (and Finding!) Funding for Libraries, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for February 28 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!

* SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

January 30, 2017 in ALA, Books, Collection Development, Infopeople, PLA, Webinar, WebJunction | Permalink | Comments (0)

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