Patrons Seek E-Government Resources More than Ever
 Public libraries are relied upon to provide access to e-government resources, and to help patrons find and use the information there. With such high demand, how do library staff keep current with federal, state, and local government agency websites? For starters, check out Government Information in the 21st Century, which provides guidance and hundreds of links to federal e-government resources. We'll be adding more content throughout the month, so stay tuned. And if you have resources to share, please let us know.
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Say "Hello!" to Missouri, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina
Join us as we welcome three new state libraries to the WebJunction partner community. Each library now offers a customized WebJunction web community and discounted online courses to meet the training and communication needs of library staff in their state: - WebJunction–North Carolina provides a centralized location for communication, staff development, networking, and resource sharing for NC libraries.
- WebJunction-Missouri allows members to connect with their library peers, take mini-courses to update skills and to keep up with Missouri library news—all in one central online location.
- WebJunction-Pennsylvania provides a simple way to connect library staff in PA to a wide array of professional development opportunities, technology training, and to each other.
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Online, Instructor-Led and Waiting for You
Available while they last. We still have open seats in upcoming sessions of the following Amigos Library Services courses:
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7 Courses for Windows 7
Now that it has been out for several months, is getting great reviews and the first service pack is on the horizon (reportedly this summer), it's time to think seriously about your library's migration to the Windows 7 Operating System.
SkillSoft, our provider of technical skills courses, has developed 7 new courses to help IT staff understand how to deploy, configure and manage Windows 7 computers in their organizations. You can find these courses in our Course Catalog filed under Windows Operating Systems. And end users will find this course, designed for them.
As always, if you are a member of one of our State Library Partner communities, remember to go to that Partner's catalog to enroll in order to take advantage of free or reduced-cost courses. |
Wanted: Your Experience with Competencies
Last year, WebJunction published Competencies Index for the Library Field, a collection of competency statements to help identify skills needed to keep up in today’s libraries. Now we would like to know how libraries are using these or other competency sets. We’ll publish the results in late February, so if you have used competencies in your library, please drop us a line at info@webjunction.org. Your experience will help guide other libraries' support and development of their own staff. Deadline for the submissions is February 8.
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Webinar: Maximizing Connections with "Mini" Conferences
Since 2005, the Northeast Chapter of REFORMA has joined forces with ALA ethnic caucuses to present a terrific conference where library workers network, exchange ideas and listen to quality speakers. On February 17, come hear best practices in planning, coordinating and hosting a "mini" conference from your colleagues who have had success in their regions. Presenters include Loida Garcia-Febo, REFORMA president, Tess Tobin, REFORMA's Northeast Chapter; and Haipeng Li and Janice Rice, co-chairs of the Joint Conference of Librarians of Color. |
March Webinar Madness on TechAtlas
Are you looking for help with managing your library's technology inventory or maybe you need to start working on a technology plan? In March, we'll be hosting a series of webinars to introduce you to WebJunction's free, online technology planning and management tool called TechAtlas for Libraries. Participants in the sessions will get to see live demonstrations of the tools and also hear tips on best practices for planning and technology management.
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Library Images and Video: Engage, Inspire and Tell Your Story
On March 3, come hear how two librarians teamed up to advocate more effectively, and boldly, while staying true to the personality of their staff, their libraries, and the communities they serve. You'll learn how you can use images more creatively to inspire Libraryland, engage your patrons, boost staff morale, and have fun at work. The stories and lessons in this session will be presented by Jeff Dawson (Lester Public Library, Two Rivers, Wisconsin) and Michael Porter (WebJunction).
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| | | Technology Essentials 2010
You've got just a few more days to register for WebJunction's premiere online conference on February 9–10. Remember: it's free! |  | | | 20% Discount on Library Education from Drexel
 | | | | Save Money on Training
Did you know that you can purchase WebJunction courses in bulk, for as low as $20 per unit? | | | | Custom Course Catalogs
WebJunction can help your organization create its own course catalog that provides a central location to host, promote and track staff training. | | | | What's Happening on WebJunction?
The Hot Topics page highlights new and popular courses, documents, discussions, groups and events. | | | | New to WebJunction?
The Member Center will help you get started, introduce yourself to our community, find help, and join the conversation.
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