Coming Out with a Special Collection: The Development and Implementation of Gulfport Public Library’s LGBTQ Resource Center and How our Experience can Help Other Libraries Developing Special Collections
This Webinar will explore the journey and experiences of the Gulfport Library in creating first LGBTQ Resource Center in a Florida public library. Using our experience we will discuss several aspects of special collection development including: defining and managing a...
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Press Record and Show What You Learned
When you teach 8-hour, weekend classes, innovation is necessary to ensure that students are actively interacting with the course materials! In fall 2014, Librarians at IRSC piloted a video assignment in LIS 1002 to increase engagement with course material. Instead of...
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100+ Places To Educate Yourself Online For Free
Getting an online education might be easier and less expensive than you thought. Based on an article published by the organization themindunleashed.org, join Andrew Sanderbeck in this interactive and informative, fast paced webinar program as we explore some of the...
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Back to Business
Part One: Part Two: The Geographic Area Series provides detailed industry statistics by geographic area for establishments of firms with paid employees. It is the most widely requested of all information released in the Economic Series. Join Marilyn Stephens of the...
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What Is The Internet of Things and How Can We Use It?
Mobile technology has made the Internet of Things (IoT) possible. With wifi powered light bulbs, thermostats we can control from our phone and devices that tell us how much energy we're using in our homes/businesses the sky's the limit. In this session Nicole Engard...
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Digital Literacy for Everyone
Looking for ways to get you and your staff up to speed? If you can figure out Dewey, you can figure out Windows! Gain practical tips, tools, and techniques to help bridge the digital divide at your library and create a culture of learning around technology. Bring your...
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Data Visualization Workshop – Pt 1 & Pt 2
Original broadcast April 12, 2015 For the 21st century, presenting large amounts of data to be understood by a wide variety of audiences requires skills to integrate statistics and graphics. In the April workshops, participants will learn some techniques to display...
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Developing Communities of Learning
We often are inspired by what we learn, but far less often find ways to apply newly-gained skills and knowledge once we leave our physical and virtual learning spaces. Communities of learning—including those we create and nurture within libraries—can help assure that...
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