Hello! I’ve started this blog as a place to collect and distribute all of the professional development opportunities that cross my desk as the leader of the Staff Development Team at Austin Community College. Feel free to submit any items to ecollier@austincc.edu.
I am not associated with any of these opportunities. Please follow the links in the posts for more information.
Seats for “Assembling a Consulting Toolkit: What You Need to Know to Become a Successful Library Consultant” are selling like hotcakes!
If you’re considering attending this event, don’t wait much longer!
We have already sold 1/3 of our available spaces, and expect to sell out before the December holidays.
Event details:
“Assembling a Consulting Toolkit”
Friday, Jan. 15, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Held at an ALA Midwinter hotel (exact location TBD), Boston, Mass.
Advance registration (through Dec. 4): $185 for ASCLA members, $195 for ALA members
$145 for retired and student members, $225 for non-ALA members A complete event description is at the ASCLA blog: http://ascla.ala.org/blog/2009/10/mw2010-consultinginst/
Sign up now: www.ala.org/midwinter
Did you know that you do not have to attend the ALA Midwinter Meeting in order to attend this event? Simply select “Institute and Ticketed Events Only” as your registration type on the online form, and then find this event on the list of ticketed events in Step 7.
For more information, contact the NASIG Publicist at publicist@nasig.org)
There is still time to submit proposals and ideas for the NASIG 2010 Conference before the call closes this Friday, November 6,2009. Inquiries may be sent to the PPC co-chairs, Morag Boyd and Anne Mitchell at: prog-plan@nasig.org.
North American Serials Interest Group 25th Annual Conference
An Oasis in Shifting Sands: NASIG at 25 June 3-6, 2010
Palm Springs, California
The 2010 Program Planning Committee (PPC) invites proposals and/or program ideas for pre-conference, vision, strategy, and tactics sessions. The Program Planners are interested in hearing from publishers, vendors, librarians, and others in the field of serials and electronic resources about issues relating to scholarly communication, publishing, licensing, and cataloging.
Please keep in mind the following:
* The Program Planning Committee will review all submitted proposals for their content and timeliness.
* PPC may work with potential presenters to blend or refocus proposals to maximize their relevance to attendees and avoid duplication.
* Proposals based on descriptive and experimental research findings are encouraged.
* Time management issues generally limit each session to two speakers. Panels of four (4) or more speakers must be discussed in advance with the PPC (prog-plan@nasig.org)
* Proposals may be suggested as one type of session and/or format and ultimately be accepted as any one of the other types of sessions or formats; this decision is the purview of the Program Planning Committee.
* Vision and Strategy speakers presenting original content are required to produce a written paper for the conference proceedings.
* NASIG has a reimbursement policy for conference speakers whose organizations do not cover expenses. Details about reimbursement are available on the NASIG website.
* The Program Planning Committee hopes to notify applicants of the status of their proposals in December 2009.
To propose a program or idea or for more information, please use the online form:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=BSqVUMJpzvVcqWhMk1okCg_3d_3dL.
We look forward to seeing you in Palm Springs!
- Morag Boyd and Anne Mitchell NASIG PPC Co-Chairs
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Register now for November e-learning opportunities from ACRL. Stretch your professional development budget by registering now for these affordable distance learning courses and events. For more information on each course, including a link to online registration and registration fees, please visit the course page by clicking the course title. Space is limited, so register now to reserve your seat. Group rates are available for live Webcasts. Registration for all online seminars and Webcasts qualifies for the new Frequent Learner Program. Register for three, get one free.
Implementing Online Teaching and Learning: Using Moodle and Other Web 2.0 Features (Online Seminar: November 9 – December 5, 2009)
Electronic Collection Development for the Academic E-Library (Online Seminar: November 9 – December 5, 2009)
Introduction to Taxonomy Development (Live Webcast: November 10, 2009)
Blended Librarianship: Learning Management Systems for Libraries (Live Webcast: November 17, 2009)
Complete details are available on the ACRL e-Learning Web site. For more information about ACRL e-Learning opportunities, contact Margot Conahan at (312) 280-2522 or mconahan@ala.org.
Library Technology Conference, 2010 – Call for Proposals
The Library Technology Conference 2010 Committee invites you to submit proposals for presentation at the Library Technology Conference to be held at Macalester College, St. Paul MN, March 17-18, 2010. To submit a proposal, please visit the conference website at:
http://digitalcommons.macalester.edu/libtech_conf/2010/ , and click “Information for Presenters”. Those who wish to submit a proposal must create a free account on the Digital Commons site. Proposals will be accepted until Friday, November 20th, 2009.
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
This popular and growing two-day conference is now in its third year. The conference includes keynote, concurrent, hands-on and poster sessions highlighting many of the technologies affecting how users interact with libraries, as well as how libraries are using technology to create new and better ways to manage existing resources. This Conference is an opportunity for library staff and the technologists who support them to discuss how these technologies are affecting library services; to see examples of what libraries are doing with these technologies; and to allow participants to learn specific skills or knowledge that they can take back and adapt for use within their own library.
Sessions are geared toward all types of libraries, a wide range of topics and varying skill levels. Conference sessions will include a mix of traditional lecture-style presentations, panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and poster sessions. Anyone interested in the changing technologies that are affecting libraries should plan to attend.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR FROM YOU:
We are looking for a balance of sessions that will appeal to a broad library audience and provide a combination of “right now” solutions and “see the future” technology presentations. Projects can be already implemented or still in process. Long-term experiments that stretch the boundaries of how we work, or will work, in libraries, as well as “out of the box” solutions and ideas for libraries struggling to keep up are welcome topics. What has worked for you? Why? What brought you to that solution? What benefits has it provided to your organization?
POSSIBLE PROGRAM TYPES:
Traditional Session – 60-minute lecture-style presentation highlighting a technology resource or service.
Workshop Session – 90 minute session offering participants a hands-on experience working with a technology or learning details of a service. Be sure to tell us if there is a maximum number of participants you feel would be appropriate. Available lab space may ultimately decide the class size.
Group / Panel Discussion – 90-minute group discussion involving a variety of presenters focusing on single topic or specific technology-based service or innovation; should also include an opportunity for audience discussion.
Poster Session – posters and handouts describing and explaining a technology resource or service offered in a library.
PRESENTER COMPENSATION:
Presenters who participate in a presentation or poster session will be given one- or two-day registration, based on these guidelines:
* If presenting a full session, a presenter will be given free registration for both (2) days of the conference.
* If an institution submits a panel format with three (3) or more participants from the same institution in the same session, each panel representative will be given free registration for one (1) day only.
If you have questions or if we can be of assistance as you prepare for your presentation, please contact: Laura Wight at laura.wight@sdstate.edu <mailto:laura.wight@sdstate.edu>
DATE: Tuesday, November 17, 2009 | TIME: 12:30–1:30 PM EDT | REGISTER TODAY
Are schools engaging today’s digital learner and empowering them with the skills and knowledge demanded by universities and employers in a global economy? As a library professional and educator, your interaction with the 21st century learner may hold the key to each student’s success in an increasingly competitive world.
Join moderator Michelle Begora, Program Director at Follett Software Company and a panel of library experts to find out:
* What new skill sets are important to move the librarian role forward.
* How new library technology is re-engaging digital learners.
* Why librarians are ‘information managers’ who help students become competitive and competent in today’s world.
* How librarians can improve student achievement by increasing the library-classroom connection.
* How to integrate social networking to bring students back to the library.
Who Will Benefit: Librarians, library media specialists, administrators, technology professionals and other district stakeholders and school-based administrators who help set the foundation for achievement.
During the web seminar, attendees may submit questions to the speakers via chat mode for discussion during the Q&A period following the presentations.
Following the live webcast, registrants can access a rich media recording of the webcast. Space is limited. Please register today – you’ll receive a confirmation and link to test your computer for compatibility.
REGISTER FOR THIS FREE WEBCAST TODAY AT WWW.SLJ.COM/21STCENTURYLEARNER
PANELISTS
Connie Dopierala, Media Services & Special Projects, Charleston County School District (SC)
Buffy Hamilton, School Library Media Specialist, Creekview High School (GA)
Connie Williams, Librarian, Petaluma City School District (CA)
Jeanne Ziemba, Media Specialist, St Lucie Schools (FL)
MODERATOR: Michelle Begora, Program Director, Follett Software Company
Can’t make it on November 17? No problem!
SLJ webcasts are archived for 12 months after the live event. With your webcast registration,
enjoy the ability to access this event on-demand as often as you’d like.
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Partial* List of MLA Approved Online (Moodle) CE Courses:
Review Syllabi and Register anytime to work on-demand and at your own pace – http://kovacs.com/training.html
*Shorter versions of some courses are also available. See http://kovacs.com/training.html
1. Instructional Design for Online Teaching and Learning
http://www.kovacs.com/idcourse.html
Register: http://www.kovacs.com/register.html $175
15 CE from the MLA
2. Implementing Online Teaching and Learning: Using Moodle and Other Web 2.0 Features
http://www.kovacs.com/moodlecourse.html
Register: http://www.kovacs.com/register.html $175
15 CE from the MLA
3. Web Design & Construction for Libraries Part 1: XHTML and CSS (beginners)
http://www.kovacs.com/wd1.html
Register: http://www.kovacs.com/register.html $175
15 CE from the MLA
4. Evaluating Medical Information on the Web 5 CE – http://kovacs.com/mlaceeval.html is included with registration in either 7 or 8 as well:
Register: http://www.kovacs.com/register.html
Free but requires registration.
5. How to Find Good* Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM) Information on the Web 15 CE - http://kovacs.com/mlacealt.html
Register: http://www.kovacs.com/register.html $125
6. Electronic Collection Development for Health and Medicine E-Libraries 15 CE – http://kovacs.com/mlacecolldev.html
Register: http://www.kovacs.com/register.html $125
7. Health and Medical Reference on the Web for Healthcare Consumers 10+5 CE – http://kovacs.com/mlaceconsumer.html
Register: http://www.kovacs.com/register.html $125
8. Health and Medical Reference on the Web for Health Professionals and Researchers 10+5 CE http://kovacs.com/mlaceprofessional.html
Register: http://www.kovacs.com/register.html $125
9. Business Reference on the Web: Core Tools For Librarians
http://www.kovacs.com/busref1.html
Register: http://www.kovacs.com/register.html $125
10 CE from the MLA
10. Virtual Reference Competencies: Technical, Communications, and Reference Skills and Knowledge
http://www.kovacs.com/virtualreference.html
Register: http://www.kovacs.com/register.html $175
15 CE from the MLA
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Simmons GSLIS Continuing Education presents a career workshop with Kelly Jo Woodside and Cheryl Kohen:
*The Career-Savvy Information Professional*
Online: November 2009
SPECIAL OFFER for all registrants – $85
PDPs: 15
Are you looking to get back into the library field and need some help getting up to date on all the new skills and trends? Are you interested in exploring different kinds of library careers, or looking to move beyond traditional library jobs? Have you recently entered the job market and are eager to learn ways you can stand out from the many other job applicants? Or would you just like to learn how to become a savvy career professional? If so, or if you’d just like to be sure your skills are keeping up with new developments in the LIS field, then this workshop is for you.
As a participant in this workshop, you will build a personal career plan. First, learn how to assess your current skills and compare them with expectations in today’s LIS job market; next, identify the transferable skills you bring to a desired position; and finally, create a plan to address any potential gaps.
Workshop topics will include career opportunities within all types of libraries, as well as alternatives to traditional library jobs. We will cover online career research tools and show ways you can structure and organize your career search process. We will also help you develop individualized strategies for updating your resume and new networking techniques to advance your career search, such as conducting effective informational interviews, researching and reaching out to employers, and broadening your professional network. Lastly, you will find out about a broad array of LIS professional development resources, including an optional workshop module that will help you develop and practice your skills with web 2.0 technologies. A brief reading list (optional) will be available prior to the workshop.
For information on online workshops see http://www.simmons.edu/gslis/careers/continuing-education/faq.php#faq1432
For registration and other information see http://www.simmons.edu/gslis/careers/continuing-education/workshops/index.php or contact gslisce@simmons.edu
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*Simmons GSLIS Continuing Education*
*Keeping Up With New Technologies, While Keeping Your Sanity*
November 1 – 30, 2009
Online
$250 (Simmons GSLIS Alumni price $200)
How often do you hear about a new web tool, or a “tech” development and you don’t have any idea what it’s about? Do you sometimes wish you knew a little more about what some of the tools do, and why you should care? This workshop will provide some basic information on recent developments in the “techie” world of web tools, and how to incorporate them into your existing work. Topics will include creating your own RSS feeds for sharing information, understanding mashups, and strategies for keeping up in this ever-changing environment. Students will learn about the topics through readings, online discussions and practical application of tools, and will complete the workshop with a realistic plan for keeping up to date with new developments in libraries and beyond. No prior technological experience necessary — just a willingness to learn!
Instructor: Rebekah Kilzer is currently the Emerging Technologies Librarian at Drexel University Libraries where she works with library staff to discover, research and implement methods for fruitful and effective interactions with students and faculty. Her background in Systems and Technical Services provides a well-rounded perspective on library work. She is also an adjunct instructor at Drexel University’s iSchool, teaching in the MS/LIS program; rebekah@drexel.edu
For more information about online workshops see http://www.simmons.edu/gslis/careers/continuing-education/faq.php#faq1432
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