RSS Parrot

Our next steps: Insights from the WebJunction experience survey

http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/next-steps-experience-survey-2025.html

Published: September 11, 2025 10:00

Every two years, we ask for feedback on what WebJunction offers so we can better understand your challenges, priorities, and how we can better meet your needs and interests. Here’s how we’re using what we learned from you to plan what’s next.

Your voice, your needs: Insights from the WebJunction experience survey

http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/results-experience-survey-2025.html

Published: September 2, 2025 10:00

At WebJunction, we’re here to support you in the important work that you do—whether you’re managing a library, engaging directly with patrons, or supporting your team’s professional development. Every two years, we ask for feedback on what WebJunction…

What's on the horizon for AI and public libraries?

http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/public-libraries-ai-future.html

Published: August 28, 2025 10:00

What is the role of public libraries in the rapid adoption of AI technology? Learn about how libraries can leverage AI for complex data-driven storytelling, the need for public information literacy education, and ongoing ethical considerations.

Free July webinars for library staff

http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/free-webinars-for-library-staff.html

Published: June 30, 2025 11:00

It's a great time to put a learning opportunity on your calendar, and this July, you have lots of choices. Whether you're looking to pick up some programming ideas, sharpen your technology skills, or gather tips on curating a digital collection, there's…

We want to hear from you! Take our experience survey

http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/experience-survey-2025.html

Published: June 26, 2025 14:30

WebJunction would like to collect your input in our 2025 Experience Survey. The goal of this survey is to make sure that WebJunction continues to be the best resource it can be to support all kinds of library learning. Please take a few minutes to share…

How public libraries are teaching AI and digital literacy skills

http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/ai-programming-for-patrons.html

Published: June 19, 2025 10:00

Public libraries have played an important role in fostering and promoting digital literacy skills within their communities. The rapid developments of AI present the latest opportunity for public libraries to engage with and educate patrons on technology.…

Back to basics: Sharpening foundational skills with LiFT

http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/back-to-basics-lift.html

Published: June 3, 2025 10:00

When we think about continuing education and professional development for library staff, it’s easy to focus on exciting new things: the latest technologies, innovative programming ideas, or emerging service models. What’s the next big trend? How can we…

Free June webinars for library staff

http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/free-webinars-for-library-staff.html

Published: June 2, 2025 11:00

There is a great list of free webinars to dive into this June. Whether you're looking to enhance your technology know-how, explore new approaches to reference services engagement, or design training, there's something here to support your growth. The list,…

Evolving technology: Using AI on the job

http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/using-ai-on-the-job.html

Published: May 8, 2025 10:00

Have you been thinking about how AI might be able to help with your work in the future? It might be useful to think about the ways AI is already embedded in our daily lives, such as in navigation apps that help us find the best route based on real-time…

Free May webinars for library staff

http://www.webjunction.org/content/webjunction/news/webjunction/free-webinars-for-library-staff.html

Published: May 1, 2025 11:00

There is a great list of free webinars to dive into this May. Whether you're looking to enhance your technology know-how, explore new approaches to reference services engagement, or design training, there's something here to support your growth. The list,…