Education 4.0: Reading, Writing, and Research Tools

Are you ready to embark on a revolutionary journey in education? The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Augmented Reality (AR) are transforming the educational landscape, propelling us into the era of Education 4.0.  Say goodbye to traditional methods, as AI and AR offer personalized content and research assistance that go beyond spell-checking. Every learner […]

Mentorship Mastery: Exploring Paths to Professional Growth and Guidance

Formal mentoring is a pivotal method for cultivating employee success. Despite good intentions, these practices often fall short in delivering effective support. In this seminar, attendees will delve into the pitfalls of contemporary mentoring practices. Informed by organizational communication research, Dr. Allen will guide participants through various mentoring strategies designed that facilitate employee growth. Attendees […]

7 Ted Talks You Should Watch After This Webinar and Why

Ted Talks are educational, entertaining, timely and sometimes stretch your thinking, beliefs and opinions on a variety of topics. They are free to access and easy to share with your coworkers, friends and family. Ted Talks can be used as tools for self-growth and as an opportunity for your team, department and organizational learning and […]

Social Media: What’s next?

The digital landscape is evolving faster than ever! Bid farewell to the Twitter era, wave goodbye to Facebook's fading charm and stop worrying about institutional restrictions on TikTok. Explore the latest social media trends and platforms that are shaping the digital landscape. We'll explore the potential of emerging platforms like Mastodon, BlueSky, Threads and others. […]

Cultivating Community with a Library Mentorship Program

Establishing a Library Mentorship Program can strengthen the roots of longtime library staff and support new growth for new librarians. In August of 2022, Buncombe County Public Libraries launched our first Library Mentorship Program to strengthen and support library staff after COVID. Built around our County values, our Library Mentorship Program (LMP) connects new staff […]