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New Resource: Cataloging Boot Camp
May 22nd, 2012 | Permalink | Comment?
New content has been added to WebJunction Illinois for anyone interested in cataloging! Cataloging Boot Camp is an eleven session training curriculum designed through a partnership between the Illinois OCLC User Group (IOUG), the Illinois Statewide Cataloging Standards Committee, and three legacy regional library systems: the Lewis & Clark Library System, Shawnee Library System, and Rolling Prairie Library System. This training curriculum can be delivered as a four day workshop or broken into stand alone sessions. Access Cataloging Boot Camp under the WJIL “Topics” tab today!

Don’t forget to check the Course Catalog for other Technical Service offerings including:
- Introduction to Cataloging for Non-Catalogers
- Shelving with Library of Congress Classification
- Weeding the Library Collection
Continuous Learning, E-Learning
Understanding Compassion Fatigue in Your Library
May 17th, 2012 | Permalink | Comment?

Thursday, May 31, 2012 ♦ 1 pm CST ♦ 90 min ♦ Cost $0

You love your job. You love your library. You love helping your patrons and giving them the extra attention that lets them know you care. But there are days when you’ve given just about all you have to give. At the end of the day you feel drained, or irritated, or both! You may have achieved “compassion fatigue.” The term, which is used frequently in medical settings, describes a caregiver’s reaction to chronic stress that results in feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, self-doubt, lack of focus and fatigue. This webinar will help you recognize the symptoms and the situations that may trigger compassion fatigue and understand how it affects you and your working environment. Explore ways to take care of yourself so you can continue to show compassion and give your patrons the care they need.

Presented by: Linda Bruno, trainer and facilitator, www.LindasWorkshops.com, Ocala, Florida

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Free Illinois Collections Preservation Network (ICPN) Workshops
May 9th, 2012 | Permalink | Comment?

ICPN is pleased to offer “When Water Emergencies Strike Your Collections: Response Training & Workshop.” This free one-day workshop is designed to give an introduction to preparing for and responding to water emergencies in museum and library collections. Development of a disaster plan will be discussed, and salvage techniques will be demonstrated. Book, paper and object conservators will present hands on demonstrations, and attendees will participate in a mini-salvage exercise.

The workshops below are free, include lunch, and run from 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

May 10 — Western Illinois Museum, Macomb
June 11 — Naper Settlement, Naperville
July 9 — Freeport Art Museum, Freeport

To register, contact Bronwyn Eves. Pleae visit the ICPN website for more information.
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Libraries and the Era of the Learner: A Vision for the Future
May 1st, 2012 | Permalink | Comment?

Wednesday, May 16, 2012 ♦ 1 pm CST ♦ 60 min ♦ Cost: $0

Join us for a discussion exploring lifelong learning as an economic driver in the 21st century and the expanding role of libraries in this “era of the learner.” Building on discussions about 21st century skills and workforce development, we’ll hear from futurist Garry Golden on the changing workforce and the role that public libraries can play. We’re excited to take a glimpse into the future and to hear how libraries can identify changes, explore implications and pave the way for learners in the 21st century. This session will build on discussions from a face-to-face convening to be held in April, but will benefit and be of interest to all working in libraries.

Presented by: Garry Golden, Futurist, Forward Elements

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5 New Mac Courses!
April 19th, 2012 | Permalink | Comment?
Browse the Course Catalog to register for these exciting new courses:

There are 2 new courses on the Mac OS X operating system – listed under Operating Systems>Mac OS X:
- Getting Started with Mac OS X for End Users
- Getting organized with Mac OS X Lion
And 3 new courses on using the Safari web browser – listed under Other Applications>Safari:
- Getting Started with Safari
- Up and Running with Safari 5.1
- Sharing Content and Browsing the Web Privately and Securely using Safari
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Virtual Connections
April 3rd, 2012 | Permalink | Comment?

Tuesday, April 10, 2012 ♦ 1 pm Central ♦ 60 min ♦ Cost: $0

Get connected with your library patrons! Connecting with patrons in the online world is vital for libraries. Learn how to build and maintain virtual, internet-based connections with your patrons by utilizing the tools they are increasingly using themselves, including Google Plus, QR Codes, and Pinterest. We will focus on how to get started with these platforms and how to immediately put them to use for your library. You will also be provided with ideas to expand your use of these great connection-oriented tools. Learn how libraries are growing virtual community connections and engaging with their patrons.

Presented by: Melanie Hedgespeth, technology manager and Randy Merrell, tech trainer, Salina Public Library (KS)

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Skills for the Everyday Leader
April 2nd, 2012 | Permalink | Comment?

Wednesday, April 4, 2012 ♦ 1 pm Central ♦ 60 min ♦ Cost: $0

Many of us regard a move into management as “going to the dark side,” but leadership is not only reserved for those with manager in their title. Learning effective supervisory skills can benefit many levels of work in the library, especially if you wear multiple hats in your organization serving as both staff peer and manager. Find out the top 10 actions to take and the top 10 mistakes to avoid as an everyday leader. By the end of this webinar, you’ll have some simple and effective tools to help you work more powerfully with your colleagues or become the supervisor you always wanted to work for.

Presented by: Edra Waterman, director, Hamilton East Public Library (IN)

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Early Registration: https://oclc.webex.com/oclc/onstage/g.php?t=a&d=717908240

Many of us regard a move into management as “going to the dark side,” but leadership is not only reserved for those with manager in their title. Learning effective supervisory skills can benefit many levels of work in the library, especially if you wear multiple hats in your organization serving as both staff peer and manager. Find out the top 10 actions to take and the top 10 mistakes to avoid as an everyday leader. By the end of this webinar, you’ll have some simple and effective tools to help you work more powerfully with your colleagues or become the supervisor you always wanted to work for.

Presented by: Edra Waterman, director, Hamilton East Public Library (IN)
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Adult Programs on a $0 Budget
March 22nd, 2012 | Permalink | Comment?

Tuesday, March 27, 2012 ♦ 1 pm Central ♦ 60 min

In just a few short years, the Laurens County Library, in rural South Carolina, has created an impressive and well attended series of adult programs on a shoestring budget. Join us for a webinar, hosted in collaboration with WebJunction and the Association for Rural and Small Libraries, to learn how the library selects topics, recruits presenters, raises funds, and promotes through effective public relations practices. Find out what Laurens has done that works, what doesn’t work, and learn how your adult programming can make your library a valued community hub, building awareness and increasing usage of all your services.

Presented by: Joey P. Holmes, library assistant at the Laurens County Library (SC)

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Skills for the Everyday Leader
March 15th, 2012 | Permalink | Comment?

Join us for this webinar event on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 1 pm Central!

Many of us regard a move into management as “going to the dark side,” but leadership is not only reserved for those with manager in their title. Learning effective supervisory skills can benefit many levels of work in the library, especially if you wear multiple hats in your organization serving as both staff peer and manager. Find out the top 10 actions to take and the top 10 mistakes to avoid as an everyday leader. By the end of this webinar, you’ll have some simple and effective tools to help you work more powerfully with your colleagues or become the supervisor you always wanted to work for.

Presented by: Edra Waterman, director, Hamilton East Public Library (IN)

Go to Registration Page>>
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Adult Programs on a $0 Budget
March 7th, 2012 | Permalink | Comment?

Tuesday, March 27, 2012 ♦ 1 pm Central ♦ 60 min ♦ Cost: $0

In just a few short years, the Laurens County Library, in rural South Carolina, has created an impressive and well attended series of adult programs on a shoestring budget. Join us for a webinar, hosted in collaboration with WebJunction and the Association for Rural and Small Libraries, to learn how the library selects topics, recruits presenters, raises funds, and promotes through effective public relations practices. Find out what Laurens has done that works, what doesn’t work, and learn how your adult programming can make your library a valued community hub, building awareness and increasing usage of all your services.

Presented by: Joey P. Holmes, library assistant at the Laurens County Library (SC)

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Continuous Learning

Continuous Learning, New @ WJ-IL

New Resource: Cataloging Boot Camp

Continuous Learning, E-Learning

Understanding Compassion Fatigue in Your Library

Archives, Continuous Learning

Free Illinois Collections Preservation Network (ICPN) Workshops

Continuous Learning, E-Learning

Libraries and the Era of the Learner: A Vision for the Future

Continuous Learning, E-Learning, Online Learning

5 New Mac Courses!

Continuous Learning, E-Learning

Virtual Connections

Continuous Learning, E-Learning, Library Management

Skills for the Everyday Leader

Continuous Learning, E-Learning

Adult Programs on a $0 Budget

Continuous Learning, E-Learning, Library Management

Skills for the Everyday Leader

Continuous Learning, E-Learning, Online Learning, Programming

Adult Programs on a $0 Budget