Webinars
23 July 2026
Games and play-based experiences for media and information literacy
Games and play-based experiences offer fun and accessible ways to engage your patrons of all ages about media and information literacy. In this session, researchers will share why games can be an effective method to teach about the information environment and will introduce a ready-to-use set of resources covering media literacy basics, AI-generated images, and how information flows online.
- Venue: Webinar
- Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time, North America [UTC -4]
12 May 2026
How to use media and information literacy events to engage teens and communities
Organizing and hosting events focused on media and information literacy topics can bring together teens and the larger community. Presenters will share two models, A Day for an Informed Public and Media Mentorship, that attendees can use in their own communities.
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19 March 2026
Navigating misinformation in one-on-one patron interactions
Learn about why people believe misinformation and leave with approaches you can use during interactions with patrons.
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02 December 2025
Libraries supporting small business skills for formerly incarcerated individuals
Learn how two innovative libraries have become supportive environments to build entrepreneurial skills.
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06 February 2025
Empowering teens: Enhancing information literacy through games and interactive programming
Learn fun ways to help teens boost information literacy, featuring escape room games and social media tools, developed with public libraries.
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12 November 2024
How do we rebuild trust in authoritative information sources?
Explore the decline of trust in societal institutions and strategies for rebuilding it amid rising misinformation.
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24 October 2024
Sustaining ecosystems for climate learning and action
Learn how public libraries can play a role in climate education and action, collaborating with other sectors and organizations.
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09 October 2024
Libraries and nonprofits: Leveraging data analytics for community impact
Learn about "Data for Good," designed to support library training and community services for data analysis, through teen and adult programming.
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26 September 2024
Engaging Beyond Our Walls: Libraries connecting communities through outdoor games and stories
Discover how libraries can use outdoor games and interactive stories to connect with communities and showcase local history and landmarks.
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10 July 2024
Why do we fall for misinformation?
Explore opportunities to increase capacity for public library staff and community members to address and navigate problematic information.
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