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OCLC awarded IMLS grant to develop free online continuing education program for public library staff
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/press-release-IMLS-grant-ICfL.html
Published: September 3, 2024 12:00
OCLC has been awarded a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to partner with the Idaho Commission for Libraries (ICfL) to develop a free online continuing education program for public library staff.
The project will replace an…
Free September webinars for library staff
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/free-webinars-for-library-staff.html
Published: August 29, 2024 11:00
This month's list of free webinars brings a wealth of learning
opportunities for library staff, trustees and friends. From
communication to fundraising, and from boards to programming, this list
is sure to bring you new insights and inspiration.…
Local games and interactive stories to Engage Beyond Our Walls
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/engage-beyond-our-walls.html
Published: August 27, 2024 12:30
Libraries are creating their own outdoor games and interactive stories featuring local history, landmarks, and voices. These playful activities, often made by library staff, include texting with a mural, an audio tour by a Black feminist historian, a ghost…
Expanding collections with a Library of Things
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/expanding-collections-library-of-things.html
Published: August 21, 2024 11:00
Everybody loves a Library of Things. Stories about these popular lending libraries are popping up all over mainstream and social media. Community members are heading to their local library branch to borrow everything from cookware and tools to prom…
The signs and science of burnout
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/the-signs-and-science-of-burnout.html
Published: August 13, 2024 10:35
Employee burnout is rising at an alarming rate across many fields. In libraries, staff often face added unique challenges that contribute to workplace pressure and make the need for support even more pressing. To respond to these increased demands,…
Fostering public library teen engagement through connected learning
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/Fostering-public-library-teen-engagement.html
Published: July 31, 2024 10:45
Learning and literacy that is grounded in personal relevance, meaningful relationships, civic engagement, and a sense of purpose, is what the Connected Learning Alliances describes as “connected learning.” For public libraries, building connected…
Free August webinars for library staff
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/free-webinars-for-library-staff.html
Published: July 30, 2024 11:00
Making time for learning and finding the right fit for your learning needs can be tough, considering all the opportunities. For the month of August, try taking a look at your calendar to find a day or two with a few open hours to set aside, and then browse…
Fostering public library teen engagement through connected learning
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/Fostering-public-library-teen-engagement.html
Published: July 30, 2024 10:45
Learning and literacy that is grounded in personal relevance, meaningful relationships, civic engagement, and a sense of purpose, is what the Connected Learning Alliances describes as “connected learning.” For public libraries, building connected…
Social Library goes wild
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/social-library-goes-wild.html
Published: July 24, 2024 10:00
For this edition of the Social Library, we’re exploring how libraries are bringing nature indoors for their community members through wildlife education programs. Through hands-on activities, expert talks, and interactive displays, libraries are helping…
A Community-Centered Approach to Digital Collections
http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/community-centered-approach-digital-collections.html
Published: July 16, 2024 13:30
Digital collections offer a way to preserve local history and artifacts while showcasing the diverse stories and voices in your community that might be absent from your physical collection. Creating and curating a diverse collection requires intentional…