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 ...

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 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...

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...

When we think about continuing education and professional development for library staff, it’s easy to focus on exciting new things: the latest technologies, innovative programming ideas, or emerging service models. What’s the next big trend? How can ...

In recent years, society has focused more on neurodiversity – for example, you hear it mentioned in popular media and movies, as more diverse characters are represented in mainstream media. New research has led to an expanded understanding of neurodi...