This article provides tips for new public library directors and managers. It is part of a WebJunction series offering practical guidance for library staff who are new to their roles. Looking for more support? Explore WebJunction's course catalog and ...

Learning groups can enrich a self-paced course experience, creating opportunities for idea sharing, community building, and accountability as participants progress through course material together. This learning group facilitation guide provides a fr...

It's a great time to put a learning opportunity on your calendar, and you'll have plenty of choices this month. Whether you're looking to pick up some programming ideas, sharpen your technology skills, or gather tips on curating a digital collection,...

Learning with peers who understand your work is a great approach that can motivate you to apply what you are learning. Learning groups are a great approach that can provide structure, help shape team culture, improve staff morale, and increase a team...

This is a collection of best practices for attending online webinars, conferences, and learning events as a group. Whether you're facilitating a cohort of 2 or 20, these strategies help maximize learning and build a culture of pr...

WebJunction is excited to announce the publication of three new LiFT (Library Foundational Training) courses to complete the new Library Catalog series.

Introduction to the Library Catalog, the newest course in the LiFT (Library Foundational Training) program, kicks off the four-course Library Catalog Series coming in the next few months. This course walks the learner through what a library catalog i...

The Reference Interview, the newest course in the Library Foundational Training (LiFT) program, introduces learners to the reference interview, a service that library staff can provide to connect with users and meet their information needs. This on-d...

Explore webinar recordings that provide library managers with support in effective hiring, onboarding, and supervising staff to retain a solid team. Watch three new webinar recordings provided by the Vermont Department of Libraries, available free in...

Public Library Fundamentals, the newest addition to the Library Foundational Training (LiFT) program, introduces the core principles and values that shape public libraries. This on-demand course also explores what makes public libraries unique, how t...