The Library of Michigan provides libraries with free access to the many webinars, archived webinar recordings and self-paced courses via WebJunction. For a full list of available content, visit WebJunction.org. Here are a few highlights: How Successful Libraries Thrive in Uncertain Times Wednesday, October 12, 2016 ♦ 3 pm Eastern / 12 pm Pacific ♦ 1 hour Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/how-successful-libraries-thriv... Have you noticed that some libraries manage to thrive even when times are tough and things are going against them? We would all love to know how to pave the way for future success in a world that seems to change by the hour. Successful libraries don’t have a crystal ball but they do share five characteristics that encourage positive results, regardless of what the world throws their way. Learn how to activate these characteristics in your library, including low cost/no cost tips that apply to any size of library or community. Give your library a new lease on life and revitalize excitement about your services. Presented by: George Needham, Director, Delaware County District Library (OH) Managing Library Technology: Keeping All the Balls in the Air Tuesday, October 20, 2016 ♦ 3 pm Eastern / 12 pm Pacific ♦ 1 hour Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/managing-library-technology.ht... Managing library technology isn’t just about the technology. It involves fine juggling skills to manage people, workflows, procedures, policies and more―all while prioritizing, delegating and tracking. Just preparing staff effectively for upgrades or changes to technology takes finesse. How does one person do it all? Strong project and time management skills are key. Regardless of your job title, and whether working with a small team or a library-wide technology committee, anyone can learn smart practices to keep everything, and everyone, in motion and on target. Presented by: John Klima, Assistant Director, Waukesha Public Library (WI), author, editor, and LITA Blogger<http://litablog.org/author/jklima/> Also, Take a Peek at These Relavent Archived Webinars: Coding for Everyone: How Your Library Can Help Anyone Learn to Code<http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/coding-for-everyone.html> Webinar / Last Modified:27 September 2016 A webinar introducing approaches, examples, and resources for library coding programs for a variety of audiences. Because Advocacy Never Stops: New Tools for Taking Action<http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/because-advocacy-never-stops.html> Webinar / Last Modified:27 September 2016 This webinar will highlight free, newly revised downloadable materials for public libraries that can grow your team’s advocacy knowledge and abilities. So Many Devices, So Little Time<http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/So_Many_Devices_So_Little_Time.html> Webinar / Last Modified:26 September 2016 This webinar shares practical guidance on how libraries can help patrons with a variety of mobile devices whether through formal training or one-on-one assistance. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan atkine@michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746 Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/ [cid:image001.png@01D2039A.4E4BC0C0]
