[Libs-Or] FW: August 2010 Crossroads - Focus on digitization and preservation

Mon Aug 9 11:57:54 PDT 2010

There are some great CE opportunities listed here. They are not all free so be sure to check into that.
MaryKay

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Sent: Tuesday, August 03, 2010 7:08 PM
To: MaryKay Dahlgreen
Subject: August 2010 Crossroads - Focus on digitization and preservation

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CROSSROADS Newsletter

August 2010

Digitization and Preservation of Library Materials
[Digitization Lab at Binghamton University Libraries]We've been collecting resources and links on digitization and preservation, from high-level strategy, to national studies of the economic issues, to examples of digital imaging projects, to reviews of software, to tips for book repair. Explore the collection<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DCF:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&>, and help staff achieve competency<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DD0:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&> by adding your own resources.
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Consider taking Capturing History: Digitization Projects<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DD2:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&>. This LE at D course is highly recommended by WebJunction members for its basic introduction to digitization equipment, cataloging, and copyright.

Join us on August 25 for a free two-hour Digitization & Preservation Symposium. This webinar will feature four presentations on current trends and practical approaches to library digitization and preservation projects, including:

  *   Designing a digital preservation system using a framework that includes all stakeholders, from library administrators to archivists to IT workers to vendors.
  *   The difference between access and preservation tools, and why we need to consider both.
  *   Harvesting social networking websites for preservation.
  *   The organizational "long view" of preservation resources, technology, costs and policies.
More information and registration ><http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DD3:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&>

Online Research Course Now Available
If you or any of your staff feel less than confident in your ability to quickly discover and evaluate information sources on the internet to serve the reference needs of your patrons, take a look at the new Online Research Strategies for Librarians<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DD4:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&> course from LE at D. This course is appropriate as an introductory course, or as a refresher for those who want to sharpen their skills.

Remember: If you are affiliated with a WebJunction Partner<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DD5:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&>, be sure to enroll via your affiliation's course catalog to get free or discounted enrollment.

Libraries Grow Community Economies
We can all be proud that libraries are tools for local economic recovery, and this month WebJunction celebrates and encourages economic development via library services. In collaboration with the Colorado Association of Libraries, Colorado State Library, and Colorado Library Consortium, we are hosting three special 30-minute Libraries and Economic Development webinars this month, which will give you practical new ideas and tools to help unemployed folks get on their feet and invigorate your local economy. These August 17, 24, and 31 events will cover business development via "economic gardening<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DD6:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&>," making the library more entrepreneur-friendly, and how library databases can support small business.
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Register Now for Free September Webinars
September 1: Creating A Virtual Orientation for New Staff
Orienting new staff quickly to your organization is very important. A virtual orientation could be the key to a timely, comprehensive, standardized introduction to your library system. Discover advantages to implementing a virtual orientation for your workplace. Join us for this webinar, presented in collaboration with the ALA Learning Roundtable, and by staff from the Baltimore County Public Library as they talk about the creation and design process of this valuable Human Resources tool. Presenters include Jean Mantegna, Sandy Lombardo, and Melissa Hepler.
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September 14: The Rural Library Trustee: Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships
How do library trustees get trained? How are director and trustee roles defined to ensure a healthy library organization? How are trustee relationships cultivated both in and outside the library circle? This webinar will provide you with practical ideas and tactical strategies to support and advocate for your library organization as a trustee, or library director in a small or rural community. This webinar is brought to you by ARSL (Association for Rural and Small Libraries) and features presenters Sally Gardner Reed, Kim Armentrout, and Jim Minges.
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September 21: Using Technology to Move your Small/Rural Library Forward
Feel overwhelmed with new technology? Not sure how your small or rural library can take advantage of new and not-so-new technology? Don't feel you have time to keep up with keeping up? Then this webinar is for you. Presenters Robin Hastings and Maurice Coleman will discuss best practices for using technology to keep your library connected and up to date. They will also share some of the latest and greatest sites and technology best suited for a small or rural library. You'll also receive some expert guidance to better evaluate and assess these tools for your library system and your customers, with a focus on small and rural library environments.
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September 29: mySkills, myFuture: A New Tool for Job Seekers
As part of the ongoing collaboration between IMLS and the Employment & Training Administration (ETA) of the U.S. Department of Labor, WebJunction is hosting this ETA presentation on mySkills, myFuture. Coming in September, this free online tool will help job seekers to (1) use their previous experience to identify occupations that they might be qualified for; (2) identify the skills s/he needs to acquire to qualify for a specific job; (3) identify education or training institutions where these skills can be obtained; and (4) provide links to relevant job opportunities in national and state job banks. Libraries will want to add mySkills, myFuture to their resources to help job-seeking patrons in their community.
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Spotlight on WebJunction-Idaho and WebJunction-Illinois
The Idaho Commission for Libraries<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DDC:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&> has partnered with WebJunction to provide access to workshops, courses and conferences focusing on professional development. Through staff development and heightened awareness of current and evolving practices, Idaho librarians will enrich their customers' library experience. Take a look at WebJunction-Idaho<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DDD:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&> today!

WebJunction-Illinois<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DDE:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&> includes content from the WebJunction Global site with the addition of Illinois-specific content and resources to create both a global and customized perspective for Illinois library staff. WebJunction Illinois is sponsored by the Illinois State Library<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DDF:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&> with cooperation and input from the Illinois Regional Library Systems<http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DE0:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&> and Illinois library staff and organizations.

WJ Community Snapshot
Thanks to you, WebJunction is now more than 60,000 strong. Last month we saw:
*  902 new members
*  49,016 website visits
*  764 course enrollments
*  267 webinar registrants
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Did You Miss the Webinar?
If you missed Lauren Mandel's August 3 presentation on disaster preparation and recovery, you can still view the full archive, slides, and links.
Go to archive ><http://whatcounts.com/t?r=850&c=2187149&l=35702&ctl=31C0DE2:EDE90F2A033B8495EAD0BA9982DC1E0DB28F2D1DD1DB928C&>

Attend a Free Conference!
We're hosting a free two-day online conference this December 1-2, Serving the 21st Century Patron. Save the dates now, and stay tuned for details about this event to come this fall.
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Make Training Easy
WebJunction's course sets offer a guided solution where staff enroll in an in-depth five course series on the topics you choose.
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Save Money on Training
Did you know that you can purchase WebJunction courses in bulk, for as low as $20 per unit?
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Custom Catalogs
WebJunction can help your organization create its own course catalog that provides a central location to host, promote and track staff training.
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Get Started on WJ
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