December 2015 - Michlib-l

FW: Kids InfoBits is going mobile responsive
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 11 Dec '15

11 Dec '15

Very exciting that Kids InfoBits has Google Drive/Classroom integration!! Please share widely. Thank you, Deb Renee Biggs Library of Michigan -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I wanted to notify you of some exciting news. On December 11th, Gale is updating Kids InfoBits to a mobile responsive design. With this update, K-5 students will be able to explore and learn research skills on mobile devices, like tablets and smart phones. Also available beginning December 11, students can utilize the Google-integrated features like Drive and Classroom. New Features include: * Mobile Responsive Design - pages adjust to mobile device size * New Browse Topics View - ability to easily jump between topics on a single page * Filter by Content Level - Limit search results to Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced within a search result list * Google Drive Integration (see www.gale.com/google<http://www.gale.com/google>) * Google Classroom Integration (see www.gale.com/google<http://www.gale.com/google>) Existing URLs will automatically update on December 11; no action is necessary by libraries. Below are screenshots of various product features. Please let me know if you have any questions about these exciting new enhancements. Home Page [cid:3FE8E18711EC5C4A892C4386F0E7D6EA@namprd02.prod.outlook.com] Browse Topics [cid:EC43236A6A38624B95DED2B5EBC0BFD9@namprd02.prod.outlook.com] Mobile Size [cid:DF5BCCB9D0FAA34A999D421BA0795396@namprd02.prod.outlook.com] Tablet Size [cid:9F390DBBB194B745B65C3143B7DED08F@namprd02.prod.outlook.com] Steve Hicks Consortia & Major Accounts Service Manager Gale | Cengage Learning 27500 Drake Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48331-3535 (o) 800-877-4253 ext. 8808 | (f) 800-990-4253 | (e) steve.hicks(a)cengage.com<mailto:steve.hicks@cengage.com>| www.gale.cengage.com<http://www.gale.cengage.com/>

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Every Child Ready to Read materials - request by 12/23
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 11 Dec '15

11 Dec '15

A reminder to request your materials by Dec. 23rd at the survey link below. Thank you. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce that we are launching a two year Every Child Ready to Read (ECRR) program. This program is based on the American Library Association Every Child Ready to Read materials. You can find more information about the program at www.everychildreadytoread.org/<http://www.everychildreadytoread.org/>. The full program description is at www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> in the Every Child Ready to Read section. The program will include a free copy of the Every Child Ready to Read training materials for Michigan public libraries and a two-year training and continuing education program. You do NOT need to participate in training in order to request materials. Please complete this survey to request materials. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2016ECRR. Materials will be distributed in January 2016 on a first come, first served basis until materials run out. Those who respond to the survey by Wednesday, December 23rd will have their materials shipped by the first week of January. The training program details will be announced no later than early January 2016 and will include daylong workshops in March 2016 and March 2017, training sessions at Rural Libraries Conference in May 2016, a webinar series and a newsletter series. Our trainer is Sue Nescepa of Kid Lit Plus Consulting. If you have any questions, please contact Karren Reish at 517-241-0021 or reishk(a)michigan.gov<Mailto:> Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Customer Service is a priority at the Michigan Department of Education - helping Michigan schools, families, and communities improve the achievement and well-being of ALL our children. [http://inside.michigan.gov/mde/docs/Docs%20and%20Templates/MDE%20-%20Color%…]

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MeL Minute - Staying Informed
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

Hello all, Electronic mailing lists have been around for quite a while. They can be open, moderated, for announcements, for discussion, archived, broad or very narrow in scope; i.e., whatever the list designer wants. Because they come directly to your email inbox, news and updates: are timely, don't add another piece of paper to your work site, can be quickly shared, are subject focused, and are archived. The library community in Michigan is fortunate to have access to some very informative lists and newsletters including those made available through Midwest Collaborative for Library Services<http://mcls.org/>. Information about the following and other available lists can be found at: https://mcls.org/news/listservs/ Don't miss out. Review the available lists and see which are applicable to your job and interests. * The Meldatabases-list provides information to library staff around the state about the MeL databases. Get information on MeL databases features, issues, updates, and other news. Postings are archived and available to current subscribers. * The MCLS Newsletter is distributed via email monthly. It contains sections on news, training, eResources, MeL (MeLCat), and RIDES. The most recent online version of the newsletter is always available at the MCLS eNewsletter page<https://mcls.org/news/enewsletter/>. It is important to note that the MCLS Newsletter is not available in print form. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week's MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> or visit mel.org<http://mel.org/>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues. Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian, Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-241-4996 Toll Free: 877-479-0021 Fax: 517-373-5700 [Follow MeL on Twitter]<https://twitter.com/meldotorg> [MeL - Michigan eLibrary Logo] <http://mel.org/> [Like MeL on Facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/mel.org> Check out the curated content on the LM homepage including state and national CE offerings, LM events, stats reports, headlines from around the library world, and intriguing snapshots of our varied collections at http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan .

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Question re: Library Fees
by Sylvia Merz 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

Hello Fellow librarians. Hoping you can share your knowledge with me on the subject of fees charged by your library. As we discuss finance issues locally, I have been asked to find out the following information from libraries around the State. If you would be willing to reply to me 'off-list' (see my email below) I would be most appreciative. To what extent do you operate on a "fee for service" model, if at all? How do you determine how and what fees are assessed, and to whom? Do you incorporate any kind of 'needs test' when determining fees for services? Thank you all so much! Sylvia Merz, Director - email: lelandlibrary(a)lelandtownshiplibrary.org Leland Township Library 203 E. Cedar St., P.O. Box 736 Leland, MI 49654-0736 PH: 231-256-9152 FAX: 231-256-8847 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday - 10 to 5 Wednesday-10 to 6 Saturday-10 to 2 lelandlibrary.org cid:image001.jpg@01CE99C7.13A1DE40

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Vinyl Album Guards - Free!
by Andrea Smalley 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

Today's storage find : around 100 plastic vinyl album "record guards", finely aged but never used. Do we have any vinyl collectors that would like these? Can send through RIDES. Andrea Smalley Head of Circulation Vicksburg District Library 215 S. Michigan Ave. Vicksburg, MI 49097 (269) 649-1648

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IRS tax exempt designation
by Nannette Miller 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

Thank you everyone who replied to my question. I finally called the IRS and after only 40 minutes on hold was told we are tax exempt under IRC Section 115 as a governmental unit. I will never forget that again. -- Nannette Miller | Director Elk Rapids District Library 231.264.9979 | erlib.director(a)gmail.com | elkrapidslibrary.org

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IRS tax exempt designation
by Nannette Miller 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

Hi all, I know I knew this at one time, but under what IRS Code are district libraries tax exempt? We do not have a 501(c)(3), but there is a section of the IRC that covers us. Thanks for any help. -- Nannette Miller | Director Elk Rapids District Library 231.264.9979 | erlib.director(a)gmail.com | elkrapidslibrary.org

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Ripping software
by Margaret Bentley 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

We have had a patron request that the library provide ripping software. Other than the possibility of copyright issues, does anyone else have any experience which you are willing to share? How much staff time and supervision is involved? Any recommendations on actual software? Other concerns? -- Margaret Bentley Adult Services Librarian Shiawassee District Library--Owosso 502 W. Main Owosso, MI 48867 989-725-5134

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December List of Free Library Related Webinars
by White, Shannon (MDE) 10 Dec '15

10 Dec '15

Be sure to take a look at some of the great webinar content available for free to the library community during the month of December. A few of the webinars offered this months are below but you can find 50 more of them online here: www.michigan.gov/libraryce<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryce> * How to Improve Your Library's Facebook Page - Dec 16 * Leading from Anywhere - Dec 14 * Data Visualization for the Rest of Us: A Beginner's Guide - Dec 15 Don't forget, if you missed a webinar, the organization providing the content is likely going to post the archive on their site. Please use the links included in the document to find information about archived webinars. sdw Shannon White Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo Lansing, MI 48909 www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> Check out the curated content on the LM homepage including state and national CE offerings, LM events, stats reports, headlines from around the library world and intriguing snapshots of our varied collections at http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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Job Posting: Assistant Librarian (part-time) at The Henry Ford
by Alison M. Greenlee 09 Dec '15

09 Dec '15

The Henry Ford (Dearborn, MI) is looking for a part-time Assistant Librarian. Please see the full description below. Apply online at http://www.thehenryford.org/about/jobposting.aspx?category=Historical+Resou… Assistant Librarian (part time) JobID: 357 Position Type: Historical Resources Date Posted: 12/3/2015 Assistant Librarian (part-time position) *Note: Please upload cover letter and resume to the online application SUMMARY OF PURPOSE Serves as assistant librarian with a variety of general responsibilities relating to library collections and services. Reports to the Librarian. Responds to reference requests. Catalogs books (including rare books), serials, and audiovisual and archival materials using professionally accepted library standards and practices. Responsible for daily management of the serials collection. Generates interlibrary loan requests for The Henry Ford staff and fills requests from other libraries. Works with the integrated library system including the library catalog, circulation system, and serials system. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Participates in the acquisition of materials, including purchasing, cataloging, and processing books, trade literature, periodicals, microforms, journals, databases, and videos. Supports the work of the Library Collection Development Committee. Assists with circulation and use of research center materials, office loans, and overdue items. Generates interlibrary loan requests to other libraries on behalf of THF staff. Fulfills interlibrary loan requests from other libraries. Serves on the Reference Desk in the Archives and Library Reading Room. Participate with Behind the Scenes Tours program and user education activities including orientations for students, visitors, and other clientele. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ALA accredited Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science. One to two years’ professional experience in libraries, rare books, or special collections. Current knowledge of standard library cataloging practices, including strong familiarity with the MARC format and AACR2 and RDA cataloging rules. Current knowledge of library information retrieval practices and procedures, especially in the areas on-line information retrieval, and electronic access to information. Experience with integrated library systems, reference and public services, cataloging, and interlibrary loan systems and procedures. Communicates clearly and politely in all written and oral communication. Ability to work independently and productively as well as work effectively as part of a team. Ability to engage all levels of a diverse user community in a congenial and productive way. Able to manage multiple projects, able to determine project urgency in a practical way; uses goals to guide actions, organizes and schedules tasks effectively. Attention to detail and an eye for quality. Experienced with Microsoft Office software. Aptitude to quickly learn new systems and software. Generates, analyzes, and reports statistics relating to acquisition, circulation, and interlibrary loan activities. Participates with Behind the Scenes Tours program and user education activities including orientations for students, visitors, and other clientele. SPECIAL SKILLS Knowledge of the EMu content management system as reflected in the EMu Skills Matrix for the Archives & Library. All staff members are expected to achieve a level of competency so that they may work independently on the essential skills, and will be required to achieve a high level of competency on position specific skills required by their position. PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSICAL: Sitting: 70-90% Standing/Walking: 10-30% Lifting: Occasional to frequent lifting up to 30 lbs. Manual Dexterity: Capable of safely handling fragile collection materials. Vision: Normal. May require long periods of work at computers. MENTAL: Analytical; interpretive; good at problem solving. Able to analyze information, draw conclusions, and effectively communicate those conclusions. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to remain aware of long-term goals while producing immediate solutions. Attention to detail essential. Commitment to excellence essential. ENVIRONMENTAL: Indoor environment. Occasional exposure to dust and mold. *Note: Please upload cover letter and resume to the online application Mission The Henry Ford provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, stories, and lives from America's traditions of ingenuity, resourcefulness and innovation. Our purpose is to inspire people to learn from these traditions to help shape a better future. -- Gain Perspective. Get Inspired.* Make History.* *Alison M. Greenlee* Librarian *P: *313.982.6100 ext 2509 *E: *alisong(a)thehenryford.org www.thehenryford.org ................................................. *The Henry Ford* 20900 Oakwood Boulevard Dearborn, MI 48124

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