Archive for October, 2009

MLA Approved CE Courses for Fall/Winter 2009-2010 – On-Demand and Self-Paced.

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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 CE: Career-Savvy Information Professional

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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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Register Now for “Keeping Up With New Technologies”

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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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Webcast Alert! Teen Read Week Book Buzz 2009

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DATE: Thursday, October 22, 2009 | TIME: 2:00–3:00 PM EDT | REGISTER TODAY

What better way to celebrate Teen Read Week than getting the inside scoop from YA publishers on their hottest new and forthcoming titles! The 2009 Teen Read Week theme is Read Beyond Reality @ your library, which encourages teens to “read something out of this world, just for the fun of it.” Now in its eleventh year, Teen Read Week is an initiative of the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), whose mission is to advocate, promote and strengthen service to young adults as part of the continuum of total library service, and to support those who provide service to this population – that’s you!

Take this opportunity to engage your teens by inviting them to attend the webcast, either live or on-demand, and solicit their response. With over 60 titles slated for presentation, teens and youth services librarians will find dozens of books to put on their wish lists!
PANELISTS
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Children’s Book Group
Lisa Disarro, Associate Marketing Director
Jennifer Groves, Publicist

School and Library Marketing Group from Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group
Tim Jones, Jeanne McDermott, and Katie Halata

MODERATOR
Dodie Ownes, Editor, SLJ Teen

REGISTER FOR THIS FREE WEBCAST TODAY AT WWW.SLJ.COM/TEENREADWEEK09

Can’t make it on October 22? 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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Upcoming e-Learning Seminars and Webcasts

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Registration is now open for October and 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.

October

Designing Specialized Online Information Literacy Courses in Higher Education (Online Seminar: October 19 – November 6, 2009)

The Role of the Librarian in Combating Student Plagiarism (Live Webcast: October 20, 2009)

November

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.

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The New “Free Agent” Learner – Blended Librarians webcast

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Steven Bell and John Shank, co-founders of the Blended Librarians Online Learning Community and their guest, Julie Evans, invite you to join the next webcast, “Coming Soon to Campus: The New “Free Agent” Learner – Are You Ready?” on Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 3 pm. Eastern.

Event Description:

The dynamic profusion of emerging technologies, both in school and out of school, is propelling today’s K-12 students to make new demands on education institutions for technology-rich learning experiences and environments. Enabled, empowered and engaged, this next wave of students is bringing to college their own set of objectives for 21st century learning. Get a first hand glimpse into the activities, values and aspirations of tomorrow’s students through this webinar presentation by Project Tomorrow CEO, Julie Evans.

Julie Evans is the CEO of Project Tomorrow (http://www.tomorrow.org), a national education nonprofit organization (formerly known as NetDay). Project Tomorrow is dedicated to empowering K-12 students to have a larger voice in improving education and learning. Ms. Evans has been CEO of this organization since 1999. She is a Frances Hesselbein Community Innovation Fellow and a frequent speaker, writer and commentator on children, education, science and technology issues. In April 2008, Ms. Evans was named as one of the Top Ten Most Influential People in Education Technology over the past 10 years by eSchool News, a leading national education publication. This past year, Ms. Evans served on the Project Advisory Boards for both the 2009 Horizon Report for Higher Education and the 2009 K-12 Horizon Report.

Although this event is free, advance registration is required to reserve a virtual seat. If you are already a member of the Blended Librarians Online Learning Community here is a link into the Learning Times Network that will get you to our Community and the registration page:

http://home.learningtimes.net/library?go=2256149

If you need to join the Blended Librarians Online Community in order to register (no fee to join):

1. Go to the Blended Librarian website at http://blendedlibrarian.org

2. Click on the “Join” button on the home page of Blendedlibrarian.org and follow the instructions.

3. After you receive confirmation of your Learning Times account you can return to this email message and use the link above for registered members of Learning Times. Click on the link, and then register on the next page (you may need to scroll down to see the register button).

4. We recommend that those participating in the webcast obtain a microphone or headset in order to make use of the VoIP technology that allows conversation between the speakers and participants. A microphone or headset is not required to participate.

5. Please plan on allowing yourself sufficient time to log in to the webcast on Oct. 22, 2009. If it is the first time attending a Learning Times event it may take a few extra minutes to log on to their Elluminate webcasting software. Once you have registered for the event you may wish to try the “test room” to make sure your computer is set up and ready to go the day of the webcast.

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H1N1 And The Library Response

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The next edition of the free ACRL OnPoint chat series, “H1N1 and the Library Response,” will take place at 12:00 p.m. Central on Tuesday, October 20. The discussion will focus on how libraries are responding to the threat of the H1N1 virus and other similar viruses. This month’s chat is convened by: Marcia Thomas, Director of Collections and Technical Services, Illinois Wesleyan University and Meg Miner, University Archivist and Special Collections Librarian, Illinois Wesleyan University. Complete details and login instructions are available on the OnPoint Website.

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Webcast Alert!: Aquiring Scholarly Content: Putting Rankings and Reviews to Work for You

DATE: Thursday, October 29, 2009 | TIME: 12:00–1:00 PM EDT | REGISTER TODAY

You know that selecting highly ranked scholarly content ensures high quality, current information for your institution. But what do you need to know about some of the most widely used rating and ranking systems to put them to work for you?

Join Ovid, the leading aggregator of current, trusted scientific and medical content for an informative webinar that takes a closer look at two leading systems used to evaluate scholarly books and journals. Plus, get insider tips on the how, why and when of leveraging these systems as part of effective collection management.

Dan Doody from Doody’s Review Services® will explain the methodology his company uses in reviewing medical book content, shedding light on how to use those reviews as a tool to assist with acquisition decisions. On the journals side, Jevin West from Eigenfactor.org will offer insight into the Eigenfactor™ score and the Article Influence™ score and how these are used when considering titles in journal collection management.

REGISTER FOR THIS FREE WEBCAST TODAY AT

www.libraryjournal.com/ovidworksforyou

PANELISTS:

Dan Doody, Doody’s Core Titles in the Health Sciences, Doody’s Book Reviews and Doody’s Star Ratings®

Jevin West, Eigenfactor.org and ARCS Fellow at the University of Washington

MODERATOR:

Jennifer Robinson, Wolters Kluwer Health Medical Research Systems

Can’t make it on October 29? No problem!

LJ 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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Robert Walton to speak on future of academic libraries

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Just a reminder, seats are still available in the October sessions of the new “Strategic Initiatives” webinar series. These free 45-minute webinars are extensions of articles in the Texas Library Journal – the articles are also available on the TLA CE page (where, conveniently, you can also register to attend the webinars: www.txla.org/ce).

Oct. 27, 2:00pm – Robert Walton, CEO of the Claremont University Consortium, will discuss the future of academic libraries and the role of communication in facing the challenges to come along with a panel of Texas library directors: Fred Heath of the University of Texas at Austin, Gilliam McCombs of Southern Methodist University, and Tracey Mendoza of Northeast Lakeview College in San Antonio.

For more info, please visit www.txla.org/ce

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