April 2023 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

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Language Learning Database Query
by Shannon O'Leary 24 Apr '23

24 Apr '23

Hi All! We are currently checking around for new language learning databases! While we are happy with our current one, it never hurts to see what's out there. Could you all assist us by answering a few questions? (If you want the compiled results we would be more than happy to share). Feel free to reply off-list! What language database do you have? How much is it per year? Does it have an app? Does it have ESL courses? Does it have a Citizenship Course? How many different languages does it have? (just a count is fine) What has your interaction with the company been like? (for example tech support help or customer service) What kind of promotional materials are offered? Do you and/or your patrons like it? Anything else about this database you feel we should know? Many many thanks! Shannon O'Leary *Shannon O'Leary *| Information Services International Librarian (she/her/hers) Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi MI 48375 *Office: * 248-349-0720 Ext: 7287 www.novilibrary.org *Inform. Inspire. Include.* <https://mysignature.io/editor?utm_source=promotion&utm_medium=signature&utm…>

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Re: [Michlib-l] financial brochures in Spanish
by Children's Librarian 24 Apr '23

24 Apr '23

We have a box full of unopened financial brochures in Spanish. I have attached pics of the shipping list. First library to send me your zv code can have them. Heidi Pruitt Programming Coordinator Hillsdale Community Library 11 E. Bacon St Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-6473 Hillsdale-library.org Zv161 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for the use of the designated recipient named above. If you are not the designated recipient, an employee, or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution, or copying of it or its contents is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please destroy all copies of this communication and any attachments and notify the sender immediately via phone, fax, or electronic mail. Thank you.

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Mango
by Jaema Berman 24 Apr '23

24 Apr '23

Hi All! I am looking for your reviews on the Mango Languages databases, especially feedback from your patrons who have tried it. Thanks! Jaema Jaema Berman Head of Adult Services Oxford Public Library 248 628-3034, ext. 212 Direct Line to Reference Desk: 248-969-9094 Cell: 248-852-1946 Currently Reading: The Sentence by Louise Erdrich

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West Maple Elementary Named AASL National School Library of the Year!
by Lester, Kathy 24 Apr '23

24 Apr '23

I am so excited to share the great news that West Maple Elementary in Birmingham Public Schools has been selected as the AASL National School Library of the Year! Congratulations to Carrie Betts, School Librarian, at West Maple Elementary School! You can find Birmingham Public School's announcement here: bit.ly/3MXj9lb AASL's Press Release is forthcoming. *Disclosure: I did not realize Carrie was applying for this award -- and AASL did not disclose to me that she was a finalist. The AASL National School Library of the Year Committee Chairs - Mary Woodard (Texas) and Phoebe Warmack (Virginia) were able to visit West Maple Elementary and the other finalist library -- New Tazewell Elementary (New Tazewell, TN); **Blake Hopper,** -- and lead the NSLY committee in making the decision independent of the AASL Board.* Carrie shared this website giving an overview of West Maple Library: https://sites.google.com/bps-schools.com/westmaplelibrary/home I am so very proud that the NSLY is in Michigan! All students in Michigan deserve the equity of access to this type of library. Congratulations again to Carrie! All my best, --Kathy Kathy Lester, MLIS, MA *Advocacy Co-Chair, Past-President 2014, * Michigan Association of School Librarians (MASL) *President, 2022-2023* American Association of School Librarians (AASL) *Councilor At Large* American Library Association (ALA) *School Library Media Specialist / Technology Coach, * *East Middle School, Plymouth-Canton Schools* *SL21 Model Library, 2017-2018* *SL21 Exemplary Ranking - Michigan School Libraries for the 21st Century 2019-2022* *ISTE Making IT Happen Award Winner* *2017 MAME Michigan School Library Program of the Year* *2012 **State Librarian's Excellence Award Winner* kathyL(a)mimasl.org twitter: @LibraryL <https://twitter.com/LibraryL> "Every school librarian is a leader; every learner has a school librarian" --American Association of School Librarians <http://www.ala.org/aasl/sites/ala.org.aasl/files/content/advocacy/tools/doc…> (AASL)

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Technical Services Manager Opening
by Joelle Wake 23 Apr '23

23 Apr '23

Title: Technical Services Manager Reports to: Director Supervises: Cataloging Assistant, Processing Assistant, and Technical Services Assistant Pay Range: $46,000-$54,000 Status: Exempt; full-time. Includes benefits package. Lincoln Township Public Library in Stevensville, MI is nestled along the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan in Southwest Michigan. The library serves the townships of Lincoln, Baroda, and Royalton with a service population of 24,358. We are currently seeking an energetic and dedicated Technical Services Manager to lead our Technical Services department. This is a full-time position. The selected candidate will be expected to work well with the Head of Library Services, Library Director, Trustees, as well as other library staff and volunteers. Position reports to the Library Director. Summary: The Technical Services Manager directs the daily operations and activities of the Library’s collection selection, cataloging, interlibrary loan, plus is responsible for the strategic development and maintenance of Library collections, classification, materials, and related services and activities. This position leads the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures that support strategic goals and objectives with an emphasis on responding to community needs. This position effectively oversees library materials and collection maintenance budget. The Technical Services Manager plays a key role in furthering and promoting Lincoln Township Public Library’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. This position positively influences the culture and operational success of their department and the library by approaching leadership with empathy, practicing humility, creatively solving problems, actively seeking feedback, and cultivating positive workplace relationships. Education/Experience: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school preferred; Bachelor’s Degree plus two or more years of library cataloging experience required • Relevant public library experience preferred. • Extensive knowledge of technical services/cataloging tasks. • Ability to effectively lead employees to maximize their productivity and potential. Expertise and proficiency with computers and related hardware. Must be able to successfully use basic office applications and the Internet. • Familiarity with integrated library systems, preferably TLC. • Knowledge of materials acquisitions, MARC records, RDA, AACR2, and Dewey Decimal Classifications. • Understanding of general accounting and budgetary concepts. • Able to achieve Level 2 Library Staff Certification or higher • Supervisory experience preferred • Must be able to sit at a computer for long periods of time doing detailed work • Must have manual dexterity, be able to reach in all directions, and manipulate objects, tools, or controls. • Must occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds. Submit cover letter and resume by email to Joelle Wake, Director. No phone calls. For more information: https://lincolntownshiplibrary.org/employment/ [cid:0bb801f5-e5f4-4f90-9398-73539eebc7c6] [facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/lincolntownshippubliclibrary> [instagram]<https://www.instagram.com/lincoln_township_library/> Joelle J. Wake Director Lincoln Township Public Library [https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/53/tools/email-signature-generator/icons/pho…] (269) 429-9575<tel:(269)%20429-9575> [https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/53/tools/email-signature-generator/icons/lin…] https://lincolntownshiplibrary.org/ [https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/53/tools/email-signature-generator/icons/add…] 2099 W. John Beers Rd., Stevensville, MI 49127<https://goo.gl/maps/wV6hXVcu7BLr7CZA8> [cid:3fd4038d-3cc5-4ca0-9d99-1e91caee4d8f]<https://bit.ly/3Odzy23>

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Advice on SRP Raffles and Rewards
by Susan Kallewaard 23 Apr '23

23 Apr '23

Hello. I'm preparing for my first Summer Reading Program for youth (0-18 years old), and could use advice from those of you with experience. Although I don't want to overemphasize rewards, I will have "goodie" baskets to raffle for each of 3 age groups (0-4 toddler; 5-11 elementary; 12-18 tween/teen). Plus I'll have a couple other rewards like oversized coloring/activity books and small items. The plan I was thinking of was to hand out raffle tickets at any summer events I host and have children put them in their age group jar. Plus, give out more raffle tickets when completing a monthly reading chart (haven't figured out # of raffle tickets for this - suggestions?). My biggest question is, when you have limited rewards, can you have the same children win more than 1 prize if their name is drawn, or do you limit the prize to one per child? Any other suggestions? TIA! Susan Kallewaard Youth Services Librarian Vicksburg District Library 215 S Michigan Ave, Vicksburg, MI 49097 269-649-1648 skallewaard(a)vicksburglibrary.org

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(Prelude to) Preservation Week 2023
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 21 Apr '23

21 Apr '23

The Library of Congress, Preservation Directorate is hosting four webinars this year for Preservation Week. Although Preservation Week officially starts April 30th we are offering events the week before. Monday through Thursday we will be presenting webinars every day at 11 am (EDT). On Friday April 28, the Library is hosting NEH and FAIC's Held In Trust National Convening onsite. For those interested in virtually attending this conference, please see the link below. Webinars: Mapping our Collections with Scientific Imaging, Monday, April 24, 11 am EDT Presented by Eric Monroe, PhD., Head Scientific Laboratory Section, Preservation Research and Testing Division Many people are unfamiliar with "imaging" in collections care and the various methods by which it can be applied. In our imaging of collections, we add more than a visual image of the library or heritage object, we go beneath the layers, and capture a range of information with various scientific instrumentation. Hear about some of our imaging techniques such as multispectral imaging, IRENE, and more. Register here for Mapping our Collections with Scientific Imaging<https://loc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/4816812224758/WN_EwYjfTidTB2K54dRA…>. Assessing Collections for Space and Condition, Tuesday, April 25, 11 am EDT Presented by Beatriz Haspo, Collections Officer, Collection Management Division The Library of Congress struggles with storage space like any other institution. This webinar will discuss Preservation's efforts to create an integrated approach to space management and collection needs assessment for its vast collection. Register here for Assessing Collections for Space and Condition<https://loc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/1916812228816/WN_isABwTwtSDWR2HsF1…>. Web Archiving at the Library of Congress: Preserving Internet History for Memory and Research, Wednesday, April 26, 11 am EDT Presented by Senior Digital Collection Specialists Lauren Baker, Grace Bicho, and Chase Dooley The Library of Congress Web Archive manages, preserves, and provides access to archived web content selected by subject experts from across the Library. Three experts from the Library's Web Archiving Program team will present an overview of web archiving, highlighting what web archiving is, who does it and why it is important, and how we approach preservation of web content at the Library of Congress using the United States Election Web Archive as an example. Register here for Web Archiving at the Library of Congress<https://loc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/6816812230152/WN_9W4JSSOxQ_SOkKbJx…>. An Introduction to the Conservation Internship at the Library of Congress, Thursday, April 27, 11 am EDT Presented by Advanced Conservation Interns Meredith French, Veronica Mercado, Emily Mercer The photograph, paper, and book sections in the Library of Congress Conservation Laboratory hosts advanced conservation interns from the Buffalo State University and the Winterthur/University of Delaware Program in Art Conservation. Book intern, Verónica Mercado, will present on the path students take to pursue art conservation, while photograph intern Emily Mercer and paper intern Meredith French will showcase treatments they are conducting at the lab. Register here for An Introduction to the Conservation Internship at the Library of Congress<https://loc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/4716812233545/WN_Tpmges6IRzulgtGVL…>. All webinars will be recorded and posted on our website, this process usually takes 1-3 months. You can find all our past recordings here<https://www.loc.gov/preservation/outreach/presweek/index_presweek.html>. Please request ADA accommodations at least five business days in advance by contacting (202) 707-6362 or ada(a)loc.gov. Held in Trust National Convening Friday, April 28 Held in Trust<https://www.culturalheritage.org/about-us/foundation/programs/held-in-trust> is a four-year cooperative agreement between the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation (FAIC) to evaluate the state of preservation and conservation of tangible and intangible cultural heritage in the United States. The Convening will be an exciting way to discuss the findings of the project, suggest future directions for the field, and outline the vision of a thriving, equitable, and just community of practice everyone has helped us create. For more information and registration click here<https://www.culturalheritage.org/about-us/foundation/programs/held-in-trust…>. ------------------------------ Amelia Parks Preservation Education Librarian Library of Congress Washington DC ampar(a)loc.gov

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Free STEM Project Resource - highly recommend
by Lisa Waskin 21 Apr '23

21 Apr '23

I wanted to share a free resource I became aware of today through Michigan Tech's Mind Trekkers program. I spent a fantastic morning up at Lake Superior State University, which was hosting a Mind Trekkers event for the Eastern Upper Peninsula's middle school students. We had over 400 area students from the Superior District Library's service area come through, and the people from Tech shared with us the resources that are available for free online at their site at https://www.mtu.edu/mindtrekkers/ They have over 200 STEM projects, including instructions, links to YouTube videos, and even where to buy the supplies on Amazon. All Free. Our project was the Human Tuning Fork, and if you haven't done this, I highly recommend trying it. All you need is an all-metal item like a spoon, fork, spatula, or metal slinky (I highly recommend the slinky), some string, and your two index fingers. All of the projects listed on their site would make great in-library programs, as well as easy to make take-home kits for families for all ages. The people from Tech were helpful, friendly, and couldn't thank us enough for participating in the event. If you want more information from them, their contact email is: Mind Trekkers mindtrekkers(a)mtu.edu<mailto:mindtrekkers@mtu.edu>. Thanks, and have a great weekend. Lisa Lisa Waskin, District Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 lwaskin(a)superiordistrictlibrary.org<mailto:lwaskin@superiordistrictlibrary.org>

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Copyright Spring/Summer 2023 Discussion Series Line-Up
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 21 Apr '23

21 Apr '23

For those of you interested in learning more about copyright and digital libraries, the Open Copyright Education Advisory Network (OCEAN)<https://sites.google.com/umich.edu/oceancopyright/home> has an upcoming series starting in May covering a variety of copyright-related topics. Please see list below of upcoming discussion topics and registration links to attend virtually. Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB(a)michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers Michigan’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigan-top-10-strategic-education-…> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [Logo, company name Description automatically generated] ________________________________ Registration is now open! Join OCEAN<http://oceancopyright.org/> on Zoom for their upcoming Discussion Series. As always, we do not charge fees to attend but registration is required. And finally, we ask that all participants please respect OCEAN's Code of Conduct.<https://sites.google.com/umich.edu/oceancopyright/resources/our-code-of-con…> May 5, 2023 @ noon Eastern: The Internet Archive Case Update and Discussion About Controlled Digital Lending What does the current Federal Court decision in Hachette v. Internet Archive mean for the cultural heritage community? How might it affect the application of fair use in libraries, archives and museums? Once more, join panelists Michelle Wu, Georgetown University<https://gufaculty360.georgetown.edu/s/contact/00336000014RgZwAAK/michelle-wu>, Pia Hunter, Associate Director for Research and Instruction and faculty, University of Illinois, College of Law<https://law.illinois.edu/faculty-research/faculty-profiles/pia-m-hunter/>, and Kyle K. Courtney, Copyright Advisor and Program Manager, Harvard University<https://scholar.harvard.edu/kcourtney/biocv>, and Chair, Library Futures<https://www.libraryfutures.net/board/kyle-courtney> to discuss the implications of the lower court decision and the appeal. <https://miamioh.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvcuiopjIqGtbNph1ZHdFCZGVcREB6IZ…> Click to Register for The Internet Archive Case Update and Discussion About Controlled Digital Lending<https://miamioh.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvcuiopjIqGtbNph1ZHdFCZGVcREB6IZ…> June 2, 2023 @ noon Eastern: A Primer on Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Should libraries, archives and museums be concerned about potential amendments to Section 230 and if so, why? Currently, section 230 exempts social media platforms from being responsible for the content that they host. Congress is examining the viability of this exemption and considering stricter liability for hosted and moderated content. Join faculty to learn about the copyright adjacent issue of section 230, potential amendments and implications for cultural heritage organizations participating in social media. Join panelists Katherine Klosek, Director Information Policy, ARL<https://www.arl.org/people/katherine-klosek/>, Scott Wilkens, Senior Counsel, Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University<https://knightcolumbia.org/bios/view/-10> and other panelists to learn about the complexity of library, archive and museum social media participation, the proposed changes and the impact they may have on cultural heritage organizations. Click to Register for A Primer on Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act<https://miamioh.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArdeqqrD0vE9WrQ4Rutt4k6SVFK5wuoh…> June 16 @ noon Eastern: All Rights Issues Concerning Preservation in a Contemporary Context What rights issues are implicated in preserving contemporary materials and objects? What are the rights issues related to the preservation of recordings and audio visual materials? What are the hidden rights issues that can pause a preservation project or initiative? Will the law change to address complex media preservation needs? Join panelists Brandon Butler, Intellectual Property and Licensing Director, University of Virginia Library<https://www.library.virginia.edu/staff/bcb4y> and Law and Policy Advisory to the Software Preservation Network<https://www.softwarepreservationnetwork.org/brandon-butler/>, Rina Elster Pantalony, Director Copyright Advisory Services<https://copyright.columbia.edu/about/rina-elster-pantalony-biography.html>, Columbia University Libraries and co-author of WIPO's Preservation Toolkit <https://www.wipo.int/meetings/en/doc_details.jsp?doc_id=597091> and others to discuss all rights issues about the preservation of collections in a contemporary context. Click to Register for All Rights Issues Concerning Preservation in a Contemporary Context<https://miamioh.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrf-itrjIoEtIe8gtGSCM-wi8aZH6Nrs…> June 30 @ noon Eastern: The Importance of Workflows in Risk Assessment When Sharing Collections Online How do you include risk assessment operationally? Where in a digitization workflow does it arise and should it be addressed? Join authors Jody Elizabeth Bailey, Carrie Hintz, Melanie Kowalski, and Sarah Quigley when they present, discuss and answer questions about their new publication entitled Finding Balance: Collaborative Workflows for Risk Management in Sharing Cultural Heritage Collections Online<https://www.oercommons.org/courses/finding-balance-subtitle-collaborative-w…>, an OER publication that is part of the Scholarly Communications Notebook, an IMLS-funded collection. Click to Register for The Importance of Workflows in Risk Assessment When Sharing Collections Online<https://miamioh.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwuceurrzIiHdYB9ELd1t7cpqCp9qb_SJ…> Placeholder: Andy Warhol Fair Use Case We are all waiting for the US Supreme Court to release the opinion in the Andy Warhol Fair Use Case<https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/andy-warhol-foundation-for-the-…>. Do you want to be on an announcement list for a Discussion Series event on the US Supreme Court opinion? Registration is forthcoming for an announcement list<https://sites.google.com/umich.edu/oceancopyright/news/our-events-more?auth…>. Best, Carla [https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/LYcHOBF4_7mDVzFdF5J_oqMqH1eA9P71qRRRFIKaN…]<http://miamioh.edu/about-miami/recognition/index.html> Carla Myers Coordinator of Scholarly Communications Miami University Libraries 151 South Campus Avenue, Room 303B Oxford, OH 45056 O: 513-529-3935 | www.lib.miamioh.edu<http://www.lib.miamioh.edu/> The information presented in this email is intended for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice.

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