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Gadgets For Your Library

Kindle, GPS, flip, iPod, canon camera, and more Library staff are discussing the use and support of gadgets such as ebook readers, mp3 players, video and digital cameras, and ever-evolving handheld computers and smartphones. As a follow-on to Jason Griffey's presentation earlier this year, this month we'll be considering some of the more basic questions around how to compare gadgets and decide which you should purchase or allow use of in the library.

We started with two webinars: one that takes you through a basic gadget orientation; and another on the wireless connection that can be key to supporting gadgets such as iPads and laptops. View the presentations and then post your questions (or answers!) to the discussion forum set up for this topic.

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Join the Preservation Group

Susan Knoer (and not her cat!) created this group for members to discuss preservation of library and archival materials, environmental management, and disaster planning and recovery.

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New Report: Project Compass Lights a Path to Workforce Recovery

With a follow-on grant awarded by IMLS in October 2010, Project Compass turned its focus to training frontline library staff, providing them with strategies and resources to enhance their services to job seekers and other workforce recovery efforts. Read about the results of those efforts and how your library can use the curriculum to strengthen and improve services.

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