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Considering AI in your collection policy: A practical framework for libraries
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/ai-collection-policy-framework.html
Published: February 26, 2026 14:00
AI is shaking up publishing, and staff at Salt Lake County Library shared their proactive approach in a recent WebJunction Webinar. The main takeaway: libraries cannot ignore AI-generated content. Instead, they must engage with it intentionally.
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Say it loud, say it clear: Writing for everyday library communication
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/writing-everyday-library-communication.html
Published: February 23, 2026 10:00
Effective written communication is a great tool in every library staffer’s tool belt. Often called business writing, professional communication includes emails to the director, letters to patrons, press releases, and policy recommendations. The second…
Research-based Information and Media Literacy Resource Hub Launched
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/information-media-literacy-resource-hub.html
Published: February 18, 2026 10:30
Empowering Informed Communities (EIC), a project of the University of Washington’s Center for an Informed Public (CIP), has released an updated website with research-based media and information literacy resources and tools for public libraries. EIC…
Introduction to the Library Catalog: New course from LiFT
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/intro-library-catalog.html
Published: January 30, 2026 10:00
Introduction to the Library Catalog, the newest course in the LiFT (Library Foundational Training) program, kicks off the four-course Library Catalog Series coming in the next few months. This course walks the learner through what a library catalog is, its…
Understanding WCAG: Making digital spaces welcoming for everyone
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/understanding-wcag-accessible-digital-content.html
Published: January 26, 2026 14:00
Libraries work hard to make sure everyone in their community can find and use the resources they need. That commitment extends to the digital world, too, but figuring out where to start with web accessibility can feel overwhelming. The Web Content…
WebJunction wrap-up: Your 2025 library learning priorities
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/webjunction-wrap-up-2025.html
Published: January 23, 2026 11:00
As the New Year gets underway, many of us are looking back on what we did and where we want to go next. At WebJunction, that reflection has a practical purpose: helping us plan for what comes next. We looked at what learning content you engaged with…
Free January webinars for library staff
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/free-webinars-for-library-staff.html
Published: January 5, 2026 14:00
It's a great time to put a learning opportunity on your calendar, and you'll have plenty of choices this month. Whether you're looking to pick up some programming ideas, sharpen your technology skills, or gather tips on curating a digital collection,…
Building reference skills with LiFT: The reference interview
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/reference-interview-lift.html
Published: December 23, 2025 10:00
The Reference Interview, the newest course in the Library Foundational Training (LiFT) program, introduces learners to the reference interview, a service that library staff can provide to connect with users and meet their information needs. This on-demand…
Clear, confident communication for your library
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/library-communication-strategies.html
Published: December 19, 2025 10:00
In our world of information overload, it can be difficult to cut through the noise and effectively connect with library users and stakeholders on important messaging. Whether you're promoting a new program or event, providing statements of library value to…
Little Tea Library creates a café-like atmosphere
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/little-tea-library.html
Published: December 1, 2025 10:00
Do you have an old card catalog gathering dust in a storage closet? The Bay St. Louis Library in the Hancock County Library System in Mississippi put its old card catalog to good use by turning it into a tea library. This creative approach to repurposing…
Free December webinars for library staff
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/free-webinars-for-library-staff.html
Published: November 26, 2025 14:00
It's a great time to put a learning opportunity on your calendar, and you'll have plenty of choices this month. Whether you're looking to pick up some programming ideas, sharpen your technology skills, or gather tips on curating a digital collection,…