[Libs-Or] Upcoming learning opportunities

Fri Aug 23 10:54:17 PDT 2024

Hello library community!

Here’s a quick reminder about learning resources available through the State Library and other organizations:

Be sure to visit the State Library of Oregon’s CE website<https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/conted> for more learning resources and the CE Calendar<https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/conted/free#s-lib-ctab-24120710-1> which also includes links to the PDF<https://maine-msl.libguides.com/ld.php?content_id=76010632> and online<https://www.webjunction.org/find-training/free-events.html> versions of this month's free events listed by category (compiled by the Maine State Library hosted by WebJunction).

If you’re looking for learning resources on a particular topic, please contact me<mailto:darci.hanning at slo.oregon?subject=I'm%20looking%20for%20CE%20resources> – I’m happy to help!

Highlighted learning resources:

Register to attend Infopeople’s online course, Attending to Dynamics of Power When Facilitating Cross-Racial Conversations<https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1116&reset=1>, from September 10 – October 7, 2024.

The State Library will pay registration for up to 20 Oregon library staff members to attend. Please visit https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1116&reset=1 for more information about the course. To learn more about eligibility and participation requirements and to apply, please use this form https://is.gd/ii6eb9.

OVERDUE: Weeding Out Oppression in Libraries, Escaping the Vocational Awe Trap w/Fobazi Ettarh<https://www.buzzsprout.com/1948067/15477729-s3-e5-escaping-the-vocational-awe-trap-w-fobazi-ettarh> (S3, E5). Produced and hosted by the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Antiracism (EDIA) Committee of the Oregon Library Association
In this episode we are joined in conversation by scholar, academic consultant, librarian and educational game designer, Fobzi Ettarh, who notably coined the concept of "vocational awe" in 2018. Ettarh shares how vocational awe operates at both the micro and macro levels, contributing to problematic hiring, onboarding, and retention practices in the library profession, and illustrates how this concept directly ties to workplace inequities and burnout. Additionally, Ettarh provides actionable ways to escape the trap of vocational awe by prioritizing mental health and rest, achieving work-life balance, reframing how we are showing up for community, and urging administrators to lead by example.

Date of interview: July 17, 2024, host(s): Ericka Brunson-Rochette & Rodrigo Gaspar-Barajas

Wednesday, August 28, 12:00p PT: Library customer service and adult programs for people living with dementia<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/library-people-living-with-dementia.html?> (WebJunction)

With more than 55 million people worldwide living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and many more serving as their caregivers, it’s essential for library staff to learn how to support these community members. This webinar will offer a comprehensive overview of Alzheimer’s dementia and practical advice on meeting the needs of both those with dementia and their caregivers. We’ll cover best practices, guidelines, and actionable ideas for creating dementia-friendly services, including compassionate customer service, specialized reference resources, and engaging programming. By focusing on lifelong learning, mental stimulation, and social connections, libraries can make a meaningful difference for those experiencing cognitive decline and their caregivers. Register here<https://oclcwebinars.webex.com/webappng/sites/oclcwebinars/meeting/register/18c3afd7f7784d81b3580b80be8d8060?ticket=4832534b000000078b68f9ab774b7be7990b26ffc80bf5c9a0dc324285e5c4b4251eaa25b19d6635&timestamp=1724435473666&RGID=r1fabeac20d915556e089c2734a3b02c4>.

Wednesday, September 18, 12:00p PT: Crafting and maintaining effective patron policies for community success<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/crafting-and-maintaining-effective-patron-policies.html> (WebJunction)

Effective library policies are essential for setting clear expectations, defining responsibilities, and establishing boundaries for both patrons and staff. This session will cover the ten most common patron-facing policies and offer guidance on selecting and tailoring them to meet your library and community needs for safe and effective operation. Using a Code of Conduct policy as an example, we’ll discuss how to avoid policies driven by trauma or drama, ensuring they are clear, accessible, and enforceable. Additionally, we’ll explore best practices for policy management, including the importance of regular reviews by directors, boards, and staff, to maintain accountability and relevance. Register here<https://oclcwebinars.webex.com/webappng/sites/oclcwebinars/meeting/register/ccbbfc3c6c6e452fb20c9524cee59e1f?ticket=4832534b00000007306f10e189581a9a37f08c53eff4f28fee5bbbda41ce692c8bbf49be8938bd85&timestamp=1724435611654&RGID=r17dffc47dba5848a101197ab383caa31>.

The free RIPL webinar series, 12 Months to Better Library Data<https://www.ripleffect.org/12-months-to-better-library-data/>: summer recordings are now available:

  *   Creative Survey Design: Crafting Survey Instruments to Meet Your Library’s Research and Evaluation Needs<https://www.ripleffect.org/blog/webinar/creative-survey-design-crafting-survey-instruments-to-meet-your-librarys-research-and-evaluation-needs/> (recording<https://www.ripleffect.org/blog/webinar/creative-survey-design-crafting-survey-instruments-to-meet-your-librarys-research-and-evaluation-needs/> now available)
  *   Building Bridges: Collecting Culturally Relevant Data<https://www.ripleffect.org/blog/webinar/building-bridges-collecting-culturally-relevant-data/> (recording<https://www.ripleffect.org/blog/webinar/building-bridges-collecting-culturally-relevant-data/> now available)
  *   Exploring Public Libraries Survey Data for Peer Comparisons<https://www.ripleffect.org/blog/webinar/exploring-public-libraries-survey-data-for-peer-comparisons/> (recording<https://www.ripleffect.org/blog/webinar/exploring-public-libraries-survey-data-for-peer-comparisons/> now available)

Upcoming live PCI Webinars:
Each Wednesday from 11a - 12p PT, explore new, relevant topics during a live webinar from People Connect Institute. These webinars will also be recorded and available the following week in the Oregon Library Staff Academy / PCI Webinars<https://my.nicheacademy.com/oregonstaff?category=12423> category. Request your registration links for these upcoming webinars.<https://www.cognitoforms.com/StateLibraryOfOregon/RequestRegistrationLinksToUpcomingPCIWebinars>  Note: all PCI Webinars (live and recorded) are limited to Oregon library staff, volunteers, board members, Friend and Foundation members. Full descriptions are available on the PCI Webinar CE page<https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/conted#s-lib-ctab-24120710-3>.

  *   RESCHEDULED for September 25: Influencing Others Into Action, see below

  *   September 4: Emergency and Crisis Management in Libraries
  *   September 11: Transform and Thrive: Fostering Wellness in Our Work
  *   September 18: ¡Canta Conmigo!: Ten New Songs for Bilingual Storytime
  *   September 25: The Librarian’s Guide to Authors
  *   September 25: Influencing Others Into Action (1:00p PT, rescheduled from 8/28)

Webinars coming up the week of August 26 (visit the CE Calendar<https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/conted/free#s-lib-ctab-24120710-1> for details):
Monday, August 26

·       12:00pm Focus on the Future: The Art of Selling Your Board and Funders on Capacity Building (Firespring)

Tuesday, August 27

·       11:00am Getting Started With the Google Ad Grant (GrantStation)

·       12:00pm Apps to support independent living (PACER Center)

Wednesday, August 28

·       11:00am Civic Literacy in Public Libraries: Why, What, and How (Niche Academy)

·       12:00pm Breaking the Silence: Exploring Mental Health Challenges Among BIPOC Library Workers (Colorado State Library)

Thursday, August 29

·       8:00am AI Policies for Grantmakers: How to Manage Risk and Harness AI for Good (Blackbaud)

Cheers,
Darci Hanning, MLIS (she/her/hers)
Public Library Consultant / CE Coordinator
Continuing Education Resources: https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/conted
State Library of Oregon | Library Support and Development Services
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