[WLA-All] Library CE Events for October

[Jamie Markus]

The College of DuPage, OPAL (Online Programing For All Libraries), and the SirsiDynix Institute will be webcasting the following FREE programs during the month of October:


October 4 (8 a.m. - 9 a.m.)
Sustaining the Rural Library: A Discussion of Current Trends Facing Public Libraries 
What are the current trends and issues affecting the operation and administration of rural public libraries? What are some strategies for sustaining rural libraries? Join Dr. Bernard Vavrek for a discussion of current challenges and future opportunities for rural public libraries.

For more information on this program visit http://www.opal-online.org/progslis.htm.
The program will be shown in the OPAL Auditorium.  No registration is required.  Visit http://www.opal-online.org/index.html on the day of the program and click "Auditorium."



October 10 (9 a.m. - 10 a.m.)
Engaging Youth on their Own Terms: Instant Messaging and Gaming in Libraries 
Attempting to mold young library users into miniature librarians is an unfair and often futile goal. To meet their needs and ensure our institutions are supported in the future, we must listen to them! Join Aaron Schmidt and Sarah Houghton as they discuss ways to serve teens on their own turf, by creating a teen-friendly environment in your physical library and in your library's eBranch, and by providing the resources and services teens want, when and where they want them. Other topics discusses will be MySpace, iPods, and weblogs.
 
For more information on this program visit http://www.sirsidynixinstitute.com/seminar_page.php?sid=73
Sign up for the program at: http://livemeeting.viewcentral.com/events/cust/single_event.aspx?cid=SirsiDynix&pid=2&lid=1&cbClass=37



October 17 (12 p.m. - 1 p.m.)
The Long Tail: How It May Affect Business, Libraries, and Culture
A "long tail" phenomenon occurs when books, movies, musical recordings, or other goods are offered via an efficient, cheap distribution system to consumers. If a large variety is offered, the "unpopular" titles may account for 25 to 50 percent of all circulations. In July Hyperion published Chris Anderson's new book, The Long Tail: Why the Future of Business Is Selling Less of More. A panel will discuss current and long-term effects of long-tail phenomena on business, libraries, and our culture as a whole. 

For more information on this program visit http://www.opal-online.org/progslis.htm.
The program will be shown in the OPAL Auditorium.  No registration is required.  Visit http://www.opal-online.org/index.html on the day of the program and click "Auditorium."



October 20 (9 a.m. - 10 a.m.)
Grant Writing 101: Developing Winning Proposals 
Erica Reynolds, Web Content Manager, Johnson County Library will be the presenter. Have a terrific project, but need money to implement it? Learn how to find funding opportunities, review proposal guidelines, develop budgets, avoid common pitfalls, and develop successful proposals. 

For more information on this program visit http://www.opal-online.org/progslis.htm.
The program will be shown in the OPAL Auditorium.  No registration is required.  Visit http://www.opal-online.org/index.html on the day of the program and click "Auditorium."



October 27 (10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)
Best New Technologies: Keeping Up with the Storm
New technologies keep coming at a rapid pace, and librarians are subject to the stress of being expected to both absorb and implement them. Is there any surprise that the challenges faced in keeping up with this storm of new technology is where the talk turns when librarians gather? Our cause for optimism is that a handful of these new technologies may actually help librarians to more effectively connect with their communities and involve community members in developing resources and content. This program will examine the challenges librarians face as we enter the world of Web 2.0. It will explore several of the newest technologies, investigate why librarians are adopting them and how they’re being used, and examine sensible approaches to choosing and implementing the technology that are right for your library.

For more information on this program visit http://bcr.org/training/teleconferences/index.html
Sign up for this program at: http://bcr.org/training/teleconferences/index.html



Let me know if you have any questions about these programs.

Jamie


Jamie Markus jmarku at state.wy.us 
Continuing Education Coordinator
Wyoming State Library
2301 Capitol Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82002
(307) 777-5914
 
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