(via RAILS) If you missed the July 18 member update, a recording is now available on the RAILS YouTube page. Topics discussed include the My Library Is… campaign and website, RAILS’ grant from the state library to redo L2, Explore More Illinois, Census 2020, and more.
Category: Webinars
Reminder: Registration Still Open for CARLI’s July 19 Webinar on ACRL’s Project Outcome (Deadline July 18)
(via Margaret Chambers, CARLI) This is a reminder about the upcoming Project Outcome Webinar, presented by Sara Goek, ACRL Program Manager. July 19, 2019, 10-11 a.m. Register for the webinar by 5 p.m. on July 18 at https://www.carli.illinois.edu/project-outcome Attendees will learn about the new Project Outcome for Academic Libraries surveys and resources. Project Outcome is a free toolkit…
Save the Date and Call for Proposals: 2019 Free-Learning Conference (Online–Tuesday, August 13)
(via Kelly McCallister, Appalachian State University) This year’s 2019 Free–Learning Conference will be held online in Zoom on Tuesday, August 13th. We welcome and and encourage any of you who’d be willing to present, to submit a proposal for an online session. Historically, this conference has attracted about a hundred participants from higher ed in our region. The group has been primarily made up of faculty, librarians, instructional…
Registration Open for LITA Webinar “Universal Parity to Resources: Rethinking Library Access” (1:00 PM CST on Thursday, July 25)
(via Courtney McAllister, Yale University) Registration is now open for Universal Parity to Resources: Rethinking Library Access (Thursday, July 25, 2 PM EST) With the integration of experimental technologies and an accelerated evolution of library content, librarians have become strong proponents for integrating makerspace technologies into the classroom and learning experience, utilizing augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR)…
Reminder: Registration Open for July 18 RAILS Member Update
(via RAILS) The next RAILS member update will be Thursday, July 18, 10 a.m.-noon. Attend at one of several videoconference locations or via one-way streaming video (RAILS Live). The session will also be recorded for viewing at a later date on the RAILS YouTube page. View the agenda here. You’ll hear the latest news about:…
Call for Proposals: Louisiana Virtual Academic Library Conference on November 7 (Deadline July 1)
(via Jennifer Hamilton, University of Louisiana at Lafayette) The LLA Academic Section and ACRL-LA are partnering to host a virtual conference on Thursday, November 7, 2019. Present from the comfort of your own office. Proposals due MONDAY, July 1! Submit your proposal relating to library archives, instruction, public services, technical services, leadership, management, and more….
Registration Open for “Gaming in Libraries” Online Course (Lasts July 1-26)
(via Rory Litwin, Library Juice Academy) Gaming in Libraries Instructors: Lauren Hays and Teresa Slobuski Dates: July 1st through 26th, 2019 Credits: 1.5 CEUs or 15 PDHs Price: $175 http://libraryjuiceacademy.com/126-gaming.php As gaming has grown in our culture, libraries have started to create their own programs. Games can be added to library programming for both recreation…
Registration Open for Free ACRL Presents Webcast “Open and Equitable Scholarly Communications” (12:00 PM on Monday, July 15)
(via ACRL) For many years, the academic and research library workforce has worked to accelerate the transition to more open, inclusive, and equitable systems of scholarship. Learn about ACRL’s new research agenda “Open and Equitable Scholarly Communications: Creating a More Inclusive Future” in a free ACRL Presents webcast on Monday, July 15, 2019. This action-oriented…
ACRL 101 Webcast for ALA Annual Attendees (Separate Sessions on June 11 and 12)
(via Dawn Behrend, Lenoir-Rhyne University) Planning to attend ALA Annual? The ACRL Membership Committee is hosting the ACRL 101 webcast, a one-hour interactive session, provides tips and personal recommendations on how to prepare for your trip to Washington, D.C., including what to bring, how to plan your schedule and navigate the city, networking, conference etiquette,…
Registration Open for ACRL Project Outcome Webinar (10:00-11:00 AM on July 19)
(via Anne Craig, CARLI Senior Director) It is my pleasure to announce the Project Outcome Webinar, presented by Sara Goek, ACRL Program Manager. I hope you will join us for this program! July 19, 2019, 10-11 a.m. Register for the webinar here: https://www.carli.illinois.edu/project-outcome Attendees will learn about the new Project Outcome for Academic Libraries surveys…