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November 15, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Sponsored by- National Network of Libraries of Medicine
In this webinar, we’ll discuss many of the different types of information-related factors that can diminish an individual’s capability to live a long and healthy life, such as an inability to recognize and articulate one’s information needs; unawareness of and/or insufficient access to sources of relevant, comprehensible, and credible health information; limited health literacy (including inadequate digital health literacy skills); an inability to act on information; etc. To conclude the webinar, we will focus on some of the many ways in which information professionals are helping to shape these information-related factors so as to optimize every individual’s capability to not only live a long and healthy life, but also to flourish.
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November 18, 2019, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sponsored by- Digital.gov
Let’s imagine a future where the federal government is the employer of choice for the next generation of leaders. We’ll tackle some questions, such as: How do we cultivate an environment of lifelong learning in the government where all stakeholders win?, and How might we foster learning cultures to meet evolving talent roles within the federal government? This workshop will be interactive and include collaborative human-centered brainstorming activities to help drive solutions that grow lifelong learning in the government.
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November 18, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Sponsored by- Idaho Commission for Libraries
Attendees of this webinar will learn techniques on managing a volunteer program with limited time. This includes delegating volunteer management tasks to colleagues and other volunteers, taking advantage of resources to develop your library’s volunteer program, advocating for your volunteers, and setting them up for success at your library.
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November 18, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sponsored by- National Network of Libraries of Medicine
This class will introduce you to a range of trustworthy and freely available online health information resources developed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM). Awareness of these resources will help you “think outside the PubMed box” when assisting patrons or developing programming, allowing you to better tailor your resource usage and recommendations to particular contexts.
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November 19, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sponsored by- Association for Library Service to Children
In our final sessions, we will discuss several programs and services that exist in many communities that support and develop child, many of which are ready and willing to partner with libraries. Cynthia Pearson will discuss her IMLS funded project “Growing Providers,” a library-based program to help individuals navigate the process to becoming a licensed home-based child care program.
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November 19, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join the State Library and EdTech Strategies Vice President Aleck Johnson for an overview and review of E-rate issues. We’ll begin by lightly covering the application process, and then focus on identifying the errors in the procurement process that are frequently seen in denial cases (many of which stem from failure to file a Form 470 for a tariffed or month to month service). This session will cover up to/through the Form 471. A second session is scheduled for April 21, 2020.
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November 19, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sponsored by- Library Journal
Join us for a lively and interesting conversation about one of OUP’s most popular series. Launched by Oxford University Press in 1995, the Very Short Introduction series offers easily digestible books that provide a bridge between reference content and higher academic work.
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November 19, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Sponsored by- InSync Training
What should be a season of love and joy often turns instead to tiring weeks of overspending, overindulging, disappointment and STRESS! Join facilitator Jane Bozarth for a look at common causes of holiday stress and ways to combat them. Leave this fun, interactive session with an action plan for taking back the spirit of the season!
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November 19, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Sponsored by- OK2Ask
Coding is a gateway for many other academic skills, and the skills learned from coding can be applied in many ways. Join us to learn to use free Google tools to engage students in computational thinking and creative pursuits. Join us to explore a few cool tools that will help as you embark on this journey with your class.
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November 20, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sponsored by- Nebraska Library Commission
Libraries have a natural non-partisan role to encourage and support civic engagements like voter registration and issue-awareness. For example, EveryLibrary is a sponsoring organization and steering committee member for National Voter Registration Day and is the library coordinating partner for National Disability Voter Registration Week each year. Next year, they plan to relaunch #VoteLibraries2020 to help put non-partisan library issues on the local, state, and federal landscape. In this conversation, EveryLibrary Executive Director John Chrastka will talk about these voter-facing public education campaigns and other activites that they have planned.
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November 20, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sponsored by- National Network of Libraries of Medicine
Join us in observing Native American Heritage Month with a presentation by Eugene Fracek, member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe in South Dakota and a cultural ambassador who teaches people of all ages about American Indian Tribes. In this one-hour webinar, Mr. Fracek will present an overview and perspective of the history, cultural values and behaviors, and legal issues impacting American Indian Tribes and members of those Tribes.
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November 20, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sponsored by- Infopeople
Presenters Beth Crist and Meg DePriest will review the research and results from the growing number of libraries across the country that have ditched late fines and coaxed new and former users to their doors. They will discuss how to gather your libraries’ data and patron stories to create advocacy tools. They will share talking points, tips, and an advocacy tool you can use to build a case to eliminate fines in your library. It’s a win-win for your library and community!
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November 20, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sponsored by- National Network of Libraries of Medicine
In this webinar you will preview the new, modern PubMed with its updated features including advanced search tools, saving citations to a Clipboard, options for sharing results, and the new "Cite" button. You'll also learn about the reasons for the change and how this new improved Pub Med will make mobile searching easier.
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November 20, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sponsored by- edWeb.net
Our inquiry series continues as we explore strategies to build digital collections at a reduced price. Out of necessity, School Librarian Mary Schwander and a community of Pennsylvania school librarians developed a highly effective consortium model to build digital collections at a fraction of the cost. The model is adaptable and other states are currently coordinating personnel and resources to replicate it. Please join Michelle Luhtala as she interviews Mary about how this consortium is promoting equity and access throughout her state and how it can benefit school libraries elsewhere.
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November 21, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Sponsored by- IdealWare
Nearly every small nonprofit has a staffer who stumbled into being the go-to techie around the office. They often have little training—just a good head for technology and the patience to deal with the many issues that come up in a busy office. Are you one of these “accidental techies”? This course is designed to give you a boost—in knowledge, resources, and confidence—to help you embrace your role and thrive as an intentional techie. Over three weeks, we’ll show you how to get through the big and small IT issues that most nonprofits face. (Nov 7, 14, 21). This week: The Human Side of Technology.
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November 21, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sponsored by- Bloomerang
Since November of 2016 Facebook's online fundraiser functionality has exploded in popularity raising hundreds of millions of dollars for nonprofits and individuals. It has become one of the most successful peer-to-peer fundraising platforms on Earth. But in order to maximize your success on Facebook there are eight tips to ensure that your fundraiser is a success and not a flop. Join us for this webinar to learn how the Masters do it.
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November 21, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sponsored by- GovLoop
Join us online to learn how self-service analytics platforms provide employees access to greater information and the power of insights.
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November 21, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sponsored by- National Network of Libraries of Medicine
This session will describe hallmarks of rural America, identifying access challenges of living in rural communities and equipping participants with tools to service the health information needs of those living in rural communities.
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November 21, 2019, 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Sponsored by- North Dakota State Library
Libraries have been circulating “non-traditional” items since at least the 1800s so it’s no surprise that North Dakota libraries are embracing unique collections. In 2017, the Minot Public Library (MPL) was approached by volunteers with the AmeriCorps VISTA Program about providing a tool library and since MPL had experience circulating unique items such as tablets, robots, video games and more, the Library staff jumped on board. The MPL tool library was not just about being trendy though. The goal of the VISTA program is to promote resiliency and the purpose of the tool library is to help people become more resilient which was especially important in Minot following the 2011 flood. In this webinar, MPL Director, Janet Anderson, will describe the work that went into opening a tool library and share some of the important lessons the staff have learned.
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November 21, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sponsored by- State Library of Iowa
Join us each month for a review of brand new titles published for ages 0-18. You'll hear short booktalks of new titles (and new entries in ongoing series) from major and Indie publishers and get ideas on how to keep up with the endless tide of what's new in kidlit and young adult literature.
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November 21, 2019, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Sponsored by- Pattern Research, Inc.
The concept of positions in communication is embedded in the grammar of most languages. Learn what each position stands for and how to incorporate them in how you think and act in your workplace.
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November 26, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Sponsored by- OK2Ask
In this session we will share a few no-tech and low-tech STEM activities, for those educators with limited tech options or simply looking for a no-tech or low-tech STEM lesson. Management is key in any classroom, but when working in cooperative groups, it is imperative. During the session, we will reflect on the activity suggestions and discuss possible management concerns.
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November 27, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sponsored by- Nebraska Library Commission
New special monthly episodes of NCompass Live! Join the NLC’s Technology Innovation Librarian, Amanda Sweet, as she guides us through the world of library-related Pretty Sweet Tech.
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