[Libs-Or] News & Highlights from WebJunction

Wed Aug 24 09:14:44 PDT 2016

Greetings!

Here is the latest from our friends at WebJunction:

Did you know that as a WebJunction member, you can receive a 20% discount on Drexel University's online, Library and Information Science program? You can also receive 10 - 40% off of other online programs for both you and your family members. More information about this opportunity, including the discount code, is available on WebJunction.org<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/Drexel.html>.

Highlights

*         Library Access for All Students: Stories from Five ConnectEd Libraries<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/library-access-for-all-students-connected.html>: In April 2015, President Barack Obama announced the ConnectED Library Challenge, an effort to "put a library card in the hand of every student." Curious how the effort went, we contacted five library systems across the U.S. that participated in the ConnectEd challenge and were astounded by the across-the-board success the libraries had with their programs. All saw dramatic increased use of library materials, stronger partnerships with school staff and new opportunities for the future. Read this article<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/library-access-for-all-students-connected.html> to learn more about their experiences, challenges, successes and advice.

  *   WebJunction Experience: Self-paced Courses<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/webjunction-experience-self-paced-courses.html>: We frequently hear from library staff that lack of time or funds to attend in-person training is a large barrier to learning. We know how energizing face-to-face training can be, and we also know that busy schedules and tight budgets call for additional ways to learn. Self-paced courses provide an opportunity to explore new learning experiences from within your library, allow you to go at your own pace and on your own schedule. With focused topics and opportunities for interaction and reflection, you can find bursts of time at your desk or sofa to explore new topics and build confidence. And, it's all free through the WebJunction Course Catalog! Learn more and start exploring<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/webjunction-experience-self-paced-courses.html> these great resources today.

Upcoming Webinars
If you can't attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the course catalog<http://learn.webjunction.org/>.

Support Small Business Development at Your Library
Thursday, September 15, 2016  / 12 pm Pacific / 1 hour
Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/support-small-business-development.html<http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/support-small-business-development.html>

Economic development and job opportunities are concerns in most communities, and thriving small businesses are important to ensuring a community's economic health. Join the Small Business Information Center<http://www.cecil.ebranch.info/small-business/> (SBIC) Librarian from the Cecil County Public Library (CCPL) to learn how your library can be a part of the formula for building and supporting a stronger local economy. You'll learn how CCPL has developed the SBIC since its inception in 2003, growing from a shelf of books to a personalized service, with examples and lessons they've learned along the way.

Find out how your library can be an excellent resource for aspiring and experienced business owners. This session will cover the basics of collection development, classes, marketing, partnerships and more. Hear how libraries are not only helping launch small businesses, but as these businesses continue to thrive, they are able to give back to the community. For an awe-inspiring example, watch this story<https://vimeo.com/65566578> of CCPL's role in a local small business with global impact.

Presented by: Laura Metzler, Small Business Information Librarian, Cecil County Public Library (MD)

Teen Programming: A Mover & Shaker's Recipe for Impact and Success
Tuesday, September 20, 2016 / 12 pm Pacific / 1 hour
Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/teen-programming.html< http:/www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/teen-programming.html>

When "Change Agent" Courtney Saldana was featured as a 2016 Library Journal Mover & Shaker, we were treated to a sampling of her outstanding work with teens, and knew that all libraries could benefit from hearing more. Learn about her teen programming basics along with practical and actionable steps for doing a teen needs assessment, creating a teen space and hosting a teen book fest. Courtney will also introduce us to Skills for Teen Parenting (STeP), a program connecting teens with what they need to succeed as adults and parents: how to interview successfully, dress professionally, deal with conflict and time management, care for their child, postpone or prevent a second pregnancy, and more. Expanding from local success to state-wide implementation, the STeP program embodies a wonderful example of the replicable innovation brought to the field by Movers & Shakers.

This webinar is part of a series highlighting the work of recent LJ Movers & Shakers<http://lj.libraryjournal.com/2016/03/people/movers-shakers-2016/movers-shakers-2016/> and is hosted in collaboration with Library Journal<http://lj.libraryjournal.com/>.

Presented by: Courtney Saldana, Youth Services Supervising Librarian, Ontario City Library (CA)

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Darci
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