[WLA-All] Library Continuing Education Events for April

Wed Apr 2 10:23:49 EDT 2008

The College of DuPage, OPAL, SirsiDynix Institute, WebJunction, and the
Wyoming State Library will be webcasting the following FREE programs
during April: (these programs and others are listed on the Wyoming
Libraries Planning Calendar:
(http://will.state.wy.us/ldo/planningcalendar.html)

April 8 (11-noon)
Helping Spanish-speaking Patrons Prepare for the Digital Television
Transition (WebJunction - Spanish Language Outreach)

The Digital TV Transition is set to affect millions of people and many
will be coming into libraries looking for information and assistance.
Because of the language barrier, Spanish-speaking patrons face an
additional hurdle in preparing for the DTV transition.   Join us for an
informative presentation by Patrick Webre of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) about the DTV Transition and the DTV resources
available to libraries.

For more information, visit:
http://webjunction.org/do/Navigation?category=15431 
To attend this program, go to
http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=14184 on the day of the
program.

April 11 (10-11:30 am)
Trends, Fads or Folly: Spotting the Library Trends That Really Matter
(College of DuPage)

This program will investigate new trends in libraries such as
patron-created folksonomic cataloging (del.cio.us, LibraryThing & the
new breed of OPAC*s), libraries and librarians in virtual environments
such as Second Life, as well as give an update on libraries and social
networks (mySpace & facebook).  Are these trends? Just fads? Plain old
Folly?  We*ll deal with a central question in this teleconference:  To
what extent do Libraries need to quickly adopt new technologies into
their programs? Or, *just because you can do it, does that mean that
you should?* 

For more information, visit:
http://www.bcr.org/training/partners/teleconferences/index.html 
Register for the program at:
http://www.bcr.org/training/partners/teleconferences/registration.html

April 16 (9-9:45 am)
Searching statewide databases using the new 360 Federated Search
(Wyoming State Library)

Join Des Saunders to learn how to use the new 360 Federated Search tool
found on the GoWYLD.net databases webpage to search multiple statewide
library databases from one location.

To attend the session, go to
http://www.yugma.com/app/loading.php?user=&collsession=207889367&role=4
on the day of the program.  The audio portion of the webinar will be
presented through LeaderPhone.  Dial 1-877-278-8686 and enter the PIN
701685 to join.   

April 18 (9-10 am)
Maximizing the Power of the Web: Pew Internet & American Life Project's
2007 Findings  (Sirsi Dynix Institute)

During this session, Stephen Abram will interview Rainie about the
year's findings, upcoming trends for libraries and Internet, and much
more. Take this opportunity to listen on two of the luminaries in the
library and technology communities discuss what's next for the library
world. 

For more information, visit:
http://www.sirsidynixinstitute.com/seminar_page.php?sid=101 
Register for this program at:
http://www.sirsidynixinstitute.com/seminar_page.php?sid=101

April 18 (12-1 pm)
Discover Your LibraryThing (OPAL)

Hooked on reading? Can*t get a handle on your books? Or are you
looking for people with similar reading habits? Find out how to use
LibraryThing to organize your personal collection, connect with people
who read stuff you like, and share your thoughts about the books you
have read. Learn tips and tricks on how to make this online cataloging
web application work for you. Get a peek at the top picks on a
LibraryThing book shelf. 

For more information, visit:
http://www.opal-online.org/progschrono.htm
To attend this program, go to
http://www.conference321.com/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsb6c6978ee82d
on the day of the program.

April 24 (11-11:45 am)
Gaming in Libraries (Wyoming State Library)

Join Chris Garnhart (of the Albany County Library System) to learn why
your library should offer gaming programs, statistics and anecdotes that
describe the positive impact that gaming can have on your patrons and
your library, and hear examples of adult gaming programs.

To attend the session, go to
http://www.yugma.com/app/loading.php?user=&collsession=209312333&role=4
on the day of the program.  The audio portion of the webinar will be
presented through LeaderPhone.  Dial 1-877-278-8686 and enter the PIN
079919 to join.   

April 24 (3:30-4:15 pm)
Gaming in Libraries (Wyoming State Library)

Join Chris Garnhart (of the Albany County Library System) to learn why
your library should offer gaming programs, statistics and anecdotes that
describe the positive impact that gaming can have on your patrons and
your library, and hear examples of adult gaming programs.

To attend the session, go to
http://www.yugma.com/app/loading.php?user=&collsession=205919330&role=4
on the day of the program.  The audio portion of the webinar will be
presented through LeaderPhone.  Dial 1-877-278-8686 and enter the PIN
079919 to join.   

April 29 (3:30-4:15 pm)
Library Databases of the Month: eLibrary and eLibrary Elementary
(Wyoming State Library)

Join Chris Van Burgh to learn about the eLibrary and eLibrary
Elementary Databases available through GoWYLD.net and your local
libraries.   

To attend the session, go to
http://www.yugma.com/app/loading.php?user=&collsession=130618428&role=4
on the day of the program.  The audio portion of the webinar will be
presented through LeaderPhone.  Dial 1-877-278-8686 and enter the PIN
079919 to join.   

April 30 (11:00-11:45 am)
Library Databases of the Month: eLibrary and eLibrary Elementary
(Wyoming State Library)

Join Chris Van Burgh to learn about the eLibrary and eLibrary
Elementary Databases available through GoWYLD.net and your local
libraries.   

To attend the session, go to
http://www.yugma.com/app/loading.php?user=&collsession=133437854&role=4
on the day of the program.  The audio portion of the webinar will be
presented through LeaderPhone.  Dial 1-877-278-8686 and enter the PIN
079919 to join.   

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