November 2019 - Michlib-l

QSAC Congratulations!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 13 Nov '19

13 Nov '19

Greetings! The Library of Michigan congratulates the following newly certified QSAC libraries. The following libraries have recently received certification or renewed their status. Essential Level Chesterfield Township Library, Elizabeth Madson-Director, https://www.chelibrary.org/. If you would like to learn more about the Library of Michigan's Quality Services Audit Checklist, QSAC, program, visit www.michigan.gov/qsac<http://www.michigan.gov/qsac> where you can find information on how to submit a QSAC application as well as other resources to help your library achieve the measures outlined in each level of service. QSAC measures AND certifications are on a three-year update and renewal schedule to ensure the measures and libraries stay on top of quality service. The Library of Michigan works with volunteer librarians every three years to revise the measures based on participating libraries' experiences and new trends in library services, programs and technology. It is our goal that QSAC measures will continue to provide direction and support for libraries as they look to both improve their services and justify their services to funders. If you have any questions regarding QSAC, please do not hesitate to contact me! Evette Atkin Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Plagiarism Checker
by Andrus, Miriam 13 Nov '19

13 Nov '19

Hello Librarians - Do any of you offer plagiarism checkers for your patrons? We are looking particularly for K-12 students who want a resource to check their work. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks, Miriam Andrus Library Director Grace A. Dow Memorial Library 1710 W. St. Andrews Rd. Midland, MI 48640 Phone 989.837.3431 Fax 989.837.3468 Our Mission: To inspire lifelong learning by connecting people and resources.

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ALA News
by Jennifer L. Dean 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

Hello, all - I'm back after a multiple conference-related hiatus! Lots going on in ALA News. I've included the most recent two ALA News updates below - as always, you may read all of the latest news, access press kits, and read the latest State of America's Libraries report at the ALA News and Press Center: http://www.ala.org/news/ HIghlights: Congratulations to our own Tashia Munson - the first recipient of the Lois Ann Gregory-Wood Fellowship! The fellowship provides funding and support for mid-career librarians interested in becoming more involved in ALA governance. See you at Midwinter, Tashia! http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2019/11/tashia-munson-announced-first-l… ALA continues to push back on Macmillan and their recently instituted embargo on ebooks in libraries. To get involved, see the #eBooksForAll site: https://ebooksforall.org/index.php/get-involved/ The ALA Policy Corps is seeking applicants - the deadline to apply is December 11. Please see the news item below for more information and to apply. The Steering Committee on Organizational Effectiveness (SCOE) is continuing its work. We are awaiting an update to the information shared with members over the summer. SCOE has proposed a new administrative structure for ALA. To follow the latest SCOE news, follow them on ALA Connect: https://connect.ala.org/communities/community-home?CommunityKey=16858b1c-4c… Please read on for the latest news... As always, thank you to all of you for all you do. Jennifer L. Dean MLA Board of Directors and ALA Councilor ALA News - November 12 ALA seeks applicants for national Policy Corps<http://bit.ly/2CzZIcS> The American Library Association (ALA) invites library advocates to apply online to join the ALA Policy Corps before December 11. The Corps initiative aims to strengthen advocacy related to key national library policy areas—ranging from broadband equity and copyright/licensing to federal funding and privacy and cybersecurity. “I hope early and midcareer library staff and advocates from every corner of the country will consider bringing their passion and expertise to this important initiative,” said ALA President Wanda Brown. “We need more and more diverse library voices involved with state and national policymaking to advance library values, programs and services on behalf of the communities we serve.” Read more<http://bit.ly/2CzZIcS> ALA announces Libraries Transforming Communities community engagement initiative for small and rural libraries<http://bit.ly/371svVA> Library workers serving small and rural communities often face unique barriers — like small staffs and limited budgets — that limit their ability to pursue professional development opportunities to develop their community engagement skills. Specially designed for the needs of small and rural libraries, Libraries Transforming Communities: Facilitation Skills for Small and Rural Libraries, a new learning series from the American Library Association (ALA), will help library workers develop facilitation skills to engage with their communities. “Whether hosting a storytime or leading a town hall meeting, library workers today need communication skills to fulfill their broad mission as community educators and leaders,” said ALA President Wanda Brown. “Since launching ALA’s Libraries Transforming Communities initiative in 2014, library employees from small and rural communities have been asking ALA for facilitation training to help them become better conveners, and we’re proud to deliver with this special project.” Read more<http://bit.ly/371svVA> New publications detail public library responses to the opioid crisis<http://bit.ly/32GsZx5> The Public Library Association (PLA) and OCLC have released two new publications that demonstrate how public libraries are responding to the opioid crisis in their communities. In September 2018, the two organizations launched a collaborative project to collect and share knowledge and resources to support public libraries and their community partners in addressing this national health crisis. Over the past twelve months, PLA and OCLC have conducted a research study of eight public libraries across the U.S. that are employing a variety of strategies to address the opioid problem. This report highlights the findings from the eight case study sites, highlights emerging practices of how libraries are responding to the crisis in collaboration with their partners, and identifies both the opportunities and barriers that libraries should consider. Read more<http://bit.ly/32GsZx5> New National Library Week materials and more from ALA Graphics<http://bit.ly/2NZEgmM> Excite and inspire readers of all ages with new products from the ALA Graphics winter 2019 catalog! The catalog cover highlights the new National Library Week poster, which touts the 2020 theme, “Find Your Place at the Library,” on the engaging design. A matching bookmark, mini poster, and digital poster file are also available. Shine a light on readers with the new READ® Lighthouse Poster File, a special edition customizable READ® poster background. Read more<http://bit.ly/2NZEgmM> AASL publishes OER toolkit<http://bit.ly/2qPVdsg> The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) has released a new toolkit to help position school librarians in efforts to create and curate open educational resources (OER) that will extend their role as leaders within their schools. The OER Toolkit is freely available for download at www.ala.org/aasl/toolkits<http://www.ala.org/aasl/toolkits>. The toolkit was developed to help school librarians who are grappling with how to translate the OER movement to K–12 educational settings. Its goal is to help school librarians understand the process of curating and creating OER for their school, district, and/or state. Read more<http://bit.ly/2qPVdsg> School Librarian Preparation Standards approved by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation <http://bit.ly/2CDRZe4>Prepared by AASL's CAEP coordinating committee under the guidance of co-chairs April Dawkins and Gail Dickinson, the "ALA/AASL Standards for Initial Preparation of School Librarians" fully align with AASL's "National School Library Standards for Learners, School Librarians, and School Libraries." Read more<http://bit.ly/2CDRZe4> ALA 2020 MIDWINTER MEETING & EXHIBITS Lily King among the authors at United for Libraries Gala Author Tea, sponsored by ReferenceUSA, at Midwinter<http://bit.ly/2NI8YSP> ALA PUBLISHING 50+ programs for tweens, teens, adults, and families<http://bit.ly/2pbpzEU> Assessment data in the academic library<http://bit.ly/2XafEvZ> Techniques for electronic resource management<http://bit.ly/34U0QUN> Information management in the workplace<http://bit.ly/350dphz> Blockchain is explored in new book from the Center for the Future of Libraries<http://bit.ly/33IbGgy> AWARDS AND GRANTS Anonymous donor to match up to $10,000 of ALSC's Annual Fund contributions<http://bit.ly/33FAJ3K> Call for nominations for the Gerald Hodges Intellectual Freedom Chapter Relations Award<http://bit.ly/2qMEcPs> LITA Opens Call for Innovative LIS Student Writing Award for 2020<http://bit.ly/36VCCeV> WEBINARS LLAMA presents Innovation Incubator Webinar Series<http://bit.ly/2KfN4UJ> Demystifying Interlibrary Loan<http://bit.ly/2O5wgkv> 2020 ALCTS Fundamentals Web Course schedule now available<http://bit.ly/33O20RS> ALA News - November 5 ALA responds to county commission decision to deny digital access to New York Times in Citrus County public libraries<http://bit.ly/2Nj7EFI> The American Library Association has issued the following statement in response to the decision by the Citrus County (Florida) Board of Commissioners to not allow the Citrus County libraries to buy a digital subscription to the New York Times after one commissioner labeled the Times as “fake news.” Read more<http://bit.ly/2Nj7EFI> ALA turns to Congress as Macmillan ignores public call to reverse library e-book embargo<http://bit.ly/2CcYlAP> On Nov. 1, Macmillan Publishers began to limit access to e-books through America’s libraries by instituting an eight-week embargo on library e-book purchases. Despite robust public demand to reverse the policy, the publisher is moving ahead with its plan to limit sales to public libraries. Regardless the size of the library – from large library systems in Washington State and rural libraries in Rhode Island to entire statewide consortiums of small libraries such as in Wisconsin – Macmillan will sell only one copy of a new e-book title for the first two months after release. Read more<http://bit.ly/2CcYlAP> ALA delivers #eBooksForAll Petition, with 160,000+ Signatures, to Macmillan Publishers<http://bit.ly/2qmizWb> American Library Association (ALA) leaders, members and supporters delivered a petition with nearly 160,000 signatures to Macmillan Publishers CEO John Sargent, urging him to reverse the new policy that will limit libraries’ access to e-books. Signed by readers, authors, library staff and patrons from all 50 states, the #eBooksForAll petition demands that library access to e-books not be delayed or denied. ALA President Wanda Brown said, "The mission of public libraries across the country is to ensure access to information and content for all, but Macmillan’s e-book restrictions will drastically restrict our ability to serve millions of readers. Libraries, publishers and authors should be allies - not adversaries - in expanding the number of readers and encouraging the exploration of new titles and subjects.” Read more<http://bit.ly/2qmizWb> ALA responds to Macmillan letter<http://bit.ly/33ggF7X> Hours before the American Library Association (ALA), the Public Library Association and allies were to deliver more than 160,000 petition signatures opposing the planned November 1 embargo on library eBook purchases (and two months after the campaign began), Macmillan Publishers CEO John Sargent directly addressed librarians for the first time. Unfortunately, the letter misrepresents ALA’s longstanding and good-faith efforts to equitably balance the rights and privileges of readers, libraries, authors, and publishers. Read more<http://bit.ly/33ggF7X> ALA unveils shortlist for 2020 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction<http://bit.ly/36Ak6IE> The American Library Association (ALA) has announced the six books shortlisted for the esteemed Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction, awarded for the previous year's best fiction and nonfiction books written for adult readers and published in the United States. The two medal winners will be announced by 2020 selection committee chair Donna Seaman at the Reference and User Services Association’s Book and Media Awards (BMAs) event at American Library Association (ALA) Midwinter Meeting in Philadelphia on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020 from 5 -7 p.m. Read more<http://bit.ly/36Ak6IE> ALCTS, LITA and LLAMA collaborate for virtual forum <http://bit.ly/2rhcKtu>The Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS), the Library and Information Technology Association (LITA) and the Library Leadership & Management Association (LLAMA) have collaborated to create The Exchange, an interactive, virtual forum designed to bring together experiences, ideas, expertise and individuals from these American Library Association (ALA) divisions. Modeled after the 2017 ALCTS Exchange, the Exchange will be held May 4, May 6 and May 8 in 2020 with the theme “Building the Future Together.” Read more<http://bit.ly/2rhcKtu> AWARDS AND GRANTS Tashia Munson announced as First Lois Ann Gregory-Wood Fellow<http://bit.ly/34BDyCS> ALA accepting applications for Library Census Equity Fund mini-grants<http://bit.ly/2rhPMT1> Libraries Ready to Code Opens Call for Applications: Hour of Code Mini-Grants<http://bit.ly/2NKSesB> Nominate a colleague doing cutting edge work in tech education for the LITA Library Hi Tech Award<http://bit.ly/36wyOAx> ALA PUBLISHING Career planning using RUSA's Professional Competencies<http://bit.ly/2NNtCiY> PUBLICATIONS ACRL releases ‘Building Teaching and Learning Communities: Creating Shared Meaning and Purpose’<http://bit.ly/2PRon4K> WEBINARS ALA to host free webinar, release tip sheet on preparing for 2020 Census<http://bit.ly/36D3xMb> Online learning resources webinar<http://bit.ly/2NPQej8> Jennifer L. Dean - PhD, MLIS Dean of University Libraries and Instructional Technology Distance Education Coordinator University of Detroit Mercy Libraries / Instructional Design Studio 4001 West McNichols Rd Detroit, MI 48221 313-993-1090 deanjl(a)udmercy.edu [cid:d62fa5a4-3c10-428b-b48f-f606556a4235]

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UPCOMING WORKSHOP - Renovation SOS: Respectful Rehabilitation of Your Old House - November 22
by HSM Main 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

cid:image001.jpg@01D3F289.3AED06D0 Upcoming Workshop • Friday, November 22 Renovation SOS: Respectful Rehabilitation of Your Old House with David Muylle, Muyelle Enterprises Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Workshops start at 9 a.m. at the Historical Society of Michigan’s NEW BUILDING! 7435 Westshire Dr., Lansing, Michigan. Participants can “attend” remotely too. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. You can restore and renovate your old house without turning it into a museum. In this workshop, an experienced contractor will teach you how to renovate your own historic home–retaining its timeless beauty and keeping it true to its character—yet make it still livable for the twenty-first century. Participants can “attend” remotely, if they prefer. If you can watch and listen to a video on Facebook or YouTube, you can attend our workshops remotely! See our website for full details. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. cid:image006.jpg@01D3F289.3AED06D0 cid:image007.jpg@01D3F289.3AED06D0 _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state’s oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan’s rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 7435 Westshire Drive • Lansing, MI 48917 Phone: (517) 324-1828 • FAX: (517) 324-4370 Our slate of 2020 workshops will be on our website soon. Be on the lookout for next year’s exciting list! Participants can “attend” remotely, if they prefer. If you can watch and listen to a video on Facebook or YouTube, you can attend our workshops remotely! Details for remote connection will be provided. (Remote access is not available for off-site workshops.) Workshops are held from 9 a.m. to noon at the Historical Society of Michigan’s NEW BUILDING, 7435 Westshire Dr., Lansing, Michigan (unless otherwise noted). If you are a Household member of HSM or represent an organization that itself is a member of the Society, registration is $39. Registration for non-members is $79 and includes a one-year HSM Household membership. This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state’s history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with “remove” in the subject line. If you received this e-mail as part of your participation in the Michlib-l mailing list (listserv), please follow their removal process.

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Large Print Survey Request
by Holly S. Hebert 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

Dear Fellow Librarians, We are conducting a nationwide survey to learn more about adult large print collections and their users at public libraries across the United States. Your input is very important to us. We would really appreciate you taking the time to help us out by filling out the survey if you manage or select for the adult large print collection at your library. If you don't manage or select for the adult large print at your library, please forward this email to the person who does. The more completed surveys that we get from around the country will help give us a more accurate picture of adult large print collections nationwide. Thank you! * Study Description & Purpose - The purpose of this nationwide study is to explore adult large print collections in public libraries across the United States by surveying librarians who select for and manage adult large print collections. * Target Participant Pool - Librarians who manage or select for adult large print collections at public libraries. * Risks & Discomforts - There are no anticipated risks or discomforts involved in this survey * Benefits - The information gained from this survey will help researchers understand adult print collections in public libraries across the United States. * Additional Information - This survey should take about 15 minutes to complete and consists of 33-36 questions depending on whether you come from a stand-alone library or are part of a library system. * Compensation - There is no compensation for participating in this study. * Contact Information - If you should have any questions about this research study please feel free to contact Holly Hebert at 615-898-5378 or holly.hebert(a)mtsu.edu<mailto:holly.hebert@mtsu.edu>. You can also contact the MTSU Office of compliance via telephone (615 494 8918) or by email (compliance(a)mtsu.edu<mailto:compliance@mtsu.edu>). Please enter the survey by clicking the link in the bottom of the email. You will be given a chance to read the entire informed consent to assist you in making a final determination. Thank you for your participation in this survey. If you have any questions, or would like to share more about your adult large print collection, please let us know. LINK TO SURVEY https://mtsu.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6VAuxWNnD3wuY7z Sincerely, Holly Hebert and Cara Huwieler Holly Hebert, MLIS, MSEd-OTL Assistant Professor, Master of Library Science Program Womack Educational Leadership Department College of Education Middle Tennessee State University 1301. E. Main Street P.O. Box 91 Murfreesboro, TN 37132 615-898-5378-office holly.hebert(a)mtsu.edu<mailto:holly.hebert@mtsu.edu>

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Self-publishing companies
by Nancy Waters 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

Hi all, I have a patron who is putting together a history of the community she lives in and would like to have the result published. She has done an amazing amount of research on this topic and is thinking she would like something along the lines of a coffee table book with extensive use of original pictures of the community. I promised to ask around to see if any of you could recommend any self-publishing companies she might be able to work with. Thank you for any information you might be able to share. Nancy Waters, Librarian Kilgour Scottish Center St. Andrews Society of Detroit Watersnl(a)yahoo.com 248-875-1166 Sent from my iPhone

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Need help finding a book
by Beth Lieberman 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

Hi, I had a patron ask for help finding out the title of a book. I have been striking out so far, so figured I'd reach out to the group and see if anyone can help. Here are the details she provided me: * It's actually a set of 2 large books, each containing two stories * They are about 4 brothers (or cousins) who are bachelors * They are fiction * They take place in Hoot's Hollow or Hoont's Hollow I know this isn't much to go on, but I'm hoping that someone out there can help. Thank you! Beth K. Lieberman Library and Academic Technologies Technical Assistant North Central Michigan College 1515 Howard St. Petoskey, MI 49770 blieberman1(a)ncmich.edu<mailto:blieberman1@ncmich.edu> 231-439-6315 [It's-what-matters-signature-2]

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Public Library Financial Management Guide - Updated and Expanded!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

The Library of Michigan has updated and expanded our Public Library Financial Management Guide. The new guide is posted at www.michigan.gov/librarymanuals<http://www.michigan.gov/librarymanuals>. Please take a look and share with financial or budgeting staff at your library. The Library of Michigan will also be updating the Michigan Public Library Trustee Manual and posting the new version of that in a few months. Finally, we will be mailing hard copies of both manuals to public libraries throughout the state when both are complete. Keep an eye on your mailbox in the new year for these resources! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> https://www.michigan.gov/lsta https://www.michigan.gov/sl21 [cid:image003.png@01D59959.EDF01150]Do you know an outstanding Michigan educator? Nominate them for 2020-2021 Michigan Teacher of the Year! The MTOY Program is accepting nominations through October 6. Nominate an educator at http://bit.ly/2020-2021MTOY<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F2…>. For more information visit www.michigan.gov/mtoy<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…>.

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LOEX 2020 in Ypsilanti, MI: Call for Breakout Session Proposals
by Amanda Nichols Hess 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

**Please excuse cross-postings!** *LOEX 2020: Call for Breakout Session Proposals* *We Can Do It!: Building the Best in Library Instruction* *Proposals due Friday, November 22, 2019!* 48th Annual LOEX Conference May 7-9, 2020 Ypsilanti, Michigan You are invited to Ypsilanti for LOEX 2020 to showcase your innovations in library instruction. We are excited to see librarians from many places & backgrounds discuss how both instructional ingenuity and tried-and-true successes can impact student learning. This year’s LOEX tracks are: * Pedagogy: Instructional Nuts and Bolts * Assessment: Building in Quality Control * Innovation: Forging Ahead for 21st Century Learners * Leadership: Stepping Up to the Line * Failures and Problem-Solving: Retooling and Reinventing * Collaboration and Outreach: Assembling Production Teams Proposals for 50-minute long presentations and interactive workshops can be submitted only through the online submission form and must be received by *Friday, November 22, 2019*. The primary contact for the proposal will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted and will be notified if the proposal has been accepted for presentation by *Monday**, January 13, 2020*. For more details, please visit http://loexconference.org/breakout-sessions/ -- Amanda Nichols Hess, Ph.D. Interim Associate Dean Liaison Librarian for the School of Education & Human Services she / her / hers Kresge Library, Room 300D 100 Library Drive, Rochester, MI 48309-4479 (248) 370.2487 | nichols(a)oakland.edu

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free books - TAKEN
by Perri Saunders 12 Nov '19

12 Nov '19

Thanks for your responses! -- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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