In this week's RAILS newsletter, there was a list of upcoming Professional Development opportunities.
Continuing Education Opportunities
Best Practices in Weeding October 3
IMLS Networking and Grant Workshop October 4
Web Design Basics October 7
Creating a Makerspace Culture October 8
Webinars on Copyright Basics October 9 and 30
Courses for School Librarians on Being Indispensable Starting November 4
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
YA Children's Literature Conference and Fan
Anderson's Book Store YA Literature Conference and YA Fandom Frenzy will be held on Saturday 9/28 and Sunday 9/29. For the full lineup of authors and events, visit the Anderson's page.
Continuing PD Offerings from Dominican University
There are a number of upcoming professional development through the Dominican University GSLIS. More information can be found here.
Continuing Professional Education | ||
| B3: Butler Book Banter September 19 October 17 November 21 | Join Thom Barthelmess, curator of the Butler Children’s Literature Center, and fellow youth literature enthusiasts on the third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. for lively book discussion, socializing and snacks. Visit the Butler Center blog at butlerspantry.org/b3 for the books we’ll be reading. These events are free, with registration recommended. | Register |
| Copyright Basics Webinar Series $25 per session/$40 for both | This two-part webinar series is presented by Mary Minow, library copyright expert and holder of Dominican University’s Follett Chair. | Register |
| October 9 3:30-4:30 p.m. | What Every Library Worker Should Know Learn what's clear on copyright basics, what's not, and how to minimize risk. | |
| October 30 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Hot Issues Learn the latest on cases and other pending copyright developments that affect libraries, users and access to information. |
| 17th Annual McCusker Memorial Lecture October 16, 6 p.m. Martin Recital Hall | Sr. Mary Paynter, OP, will present “Educational Essentials on the American Frontier,” a look back at Father Samuel. Registration required. | Register |
| What's New: The Best of Children's Literature 2013 November 1, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Aula Auditorium Priory Campus | Join Peggy Sharp, PhD, highly regarded children's literature expert, for a whirlwind tour of the best in children’s literature published in 2013. $130 includes lunch, breaks and handouts. 7 CPDUs available. | Register |
| Preparing and Responding to Natural Disasters November 21, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Gail Borden Public Library | Roles for Public Libraries Crisis informatics expert Christine Hagar, PhD, will share ways public library staff can support their communities in times of disaster. $75. Three CPDUs available. | Register |
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