[Libs-Or] Upcoming Learning Opportunities

[HANNING Darci C * SLO]

Greetings library community!

Here's a quick reminder about learning resources available through the State Library and other organizations:

Be sure to visit the State Library of Oregon's CE Calendar<https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/conted/free#s-lib-ctab-24120710-1> which also includes links to the PDF<https://maine-msl.libguides.com/ld.php?content_id=74557260> and online<https://www.webjunction.org/find-training/free-events.html> versions of this month's free events listed by category (compiled by the Maine State Library hosted by WebJunction).

Highlighted Training:
12 Months to Better Library Data<https://www.ripleffect.org/12-months-to-better-library-data/>: a free webinar series from RIPL.
The Research Institute for Public Libraries is a national initiative to provide training about data and evaluation to public library workers. While RIPL typically provides in-person trainings, this March it will launch a free, monthly, yearlong webinar series, 12 Months to Better Library Data.

This series is intended for public library workers interested in gaining knowledge and skills for data-informed decision-making, program improvement, planning, and advocacy; as well as in learning how to use data to serve their community even better tomorrow than they are today. Anyone else interested in public library data and evaluation is also welcome to join<https://www.ripleffect.org/12-months-to-better-library-data/>!

>From WebJunction, free live webinars - register now!
Tuesday, February 27, 12p PT, Co-Creating Library Services for Transformative Impact<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/co-creating-library-services.html>
The most relevant and dynamic ideas can grow from collaborating with impacted communities. Co-creation is one of the most effective ways for libraries to turn diversity, equity, and inclusion ideals into real-world services. In this session, you'll learn about the fundamentals of co-design and explore how to apply them in your library for wildly creative and deeply impactful programs and services. As a result of this webinar, you'll be able to:

     *   Define co-design and its role in creating library services
     *   Identify multiple ways of sharing power with community
     *   Apply basic principles and techniques from human-centered design to facilitate co-creation
     *   Draw on real-world examples for inspiration

Wednesday, March 13, 12p PT, Creating a Person-Centered Library: Supporting Patrons While Avoiding Burnout<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/creating-person-centered-library.html>
This webinar reviews ideas and approaches for how libraries can support both high-needs patrons and staff.

Are you feeling the strain of serving patrons with complex needs? Is your library seeing increased patron behavioral issues and mental health concerns? This session reviews ideas and approaches for how libraries can support both high-needs patrons and staff. As a result of this webinar, you will be able to:

  *   Articulate the changing needs of library patrons and how these impact staff
  *   Learn strategies for assessing your library's unique needs
  *   Discuss helpful programs, collaborations, and/or services for high-needs patrons
  *   Apply person-centered strategies to begin creating cultural change in your library
  *   Anticipate potential barriers to change

Did you miss a recent webinar from WebJunction? No worries, all of their webinars are archived in the WebJunction's free course catalog<https://learn.webjunction.org/> - create your free account today and gain access to hundreds of courses and recorded webinars!

Additional learning resources from WebJunction:

  *   WebJunction Wrap-Up: 2023 Highlights and Top Picks<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/webjunction-wrap-up-2023.html>: As we ease into another year of learning together, WebJunction is taking a moment to reflect on the projects and accomplishments of the past year and highlight some their most popular courses, webinars, and articles. Here's a chance to revisit some of the most popular WebJunction content of the past year-picked by WebJunction learners. Topics include: crisis communications for libraries, de-escalation strategies, supercharged storytimes, moving from burnout to balance, and more!

  *   Revitalizing Morale: Cultivating a Supportive Library Culture<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/revitalizing-morale.html> (recorded webinar, create free account to view)
Building on research and insights presented in the webinar, Low Morale in Libraries: Impacts and Countermeasures<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/low-morale-in-libraries.html>, this panel discussion delves deeper into essential facets that foster a healthy and supportive library culture, exploring institutional and individual solutions to countering low morale. Examining how organizational culture, library hierarchies, and management styles affect the workplace experiences of library staff, we'll explore various strategies for library staff working to navigate power dynamics and advocate for positive personal or organizational change. Sign up for your free account (or login) to view the webinar: https://learn.webjunction.org/course/view.php?id=694

  *   Taking Care of Self, Staff, and Community<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/taking-care-of-self-staff-and-community.html> (recorded webinar, create free account to view)
We're all aware that self-care is important. We recognize the value of eating healthy, getting plenty of sleep, exercising regularly. However, practicing self-care as a solo activity misses a critical aspect of our well-being: that we are social beings and we need social connection for deeper sustenance. In this webinar, we'll explore ideas for expanding core self-care practices to encompass connections with work colleagues and more broadly with community members. Extending kindness and nurturing outward increases social cohesion and trust. The presenters will share practical examples and you will be encouraged to think about your own unique interests and how they might enhance your social connections. Sign up for your free account (or login) to view the webinar: https://learn.webjunction.org/enrol/index.php?id=555

Upcoming live PCI Webinars:
Each Wednesday from 11:00a - 12:00p PT, explore new, relevant topics during a live webinar from People Connect Institute. These webinars will also be recorded and available the following week in the Oregon Library Staff Academy / PCI Webinars<https://my.nicheacademy.com/oregonstaff?category=12423> category.

Request your registration links for these upcoming webinars.<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Reg4PCI> Note: all PCI Webinars (live and recorded) are limited to Oregon library staff, volunteers, board members, Friend and Foundation members. Full descriptions are available on the PCI Webinar CE page<https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/conted#s-lib-ctab-24120710-3>.

  *   Feb 28: Best Picture Books Published in 2023 for Ages 1 to 6
  *   March 6: (90 mins) Providing Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons in Your Library
  *   March 13: An Introduction to Passive Readers' Advisory
  *   March 20: Circulation Desk Spanish
  *   March 27: Happiness at Work

  *   April 3: The Best Folk and Fairy Tale Picture Books for Preschoolers
  *   April 10: Perspectives of Value: Using Language to Change Perceived Value of the Library
  *   April 17: Storytime for All: An Introduction to Inclusive Best Practices
  *   April 24: Teen Behavior in the Library: Managing This [Sometimes-Challenging] Developmental Stage

Tech-Talk Webinars
These webinars are available to staff/volunteers of Oregon libraries only, contact darci.hanning at slo.oregon.gov<mailto:darci.hanning at slo.oregon.gov> for registration information.


  *   February 28, 12p PT, The Joy of Getting Unstuck
In this webinar, we'll show you some techniques to remove frustration and keep you from having to call for tech support.  You get in binds with computers, the internet, printers ... and mobile devices. Discover simple, yet effective, ways to get out of a bind and move forward.

  *   March 13, 12p PT, CANVA: Create Concept/Mind Maps to Visually Plan Complex Topics
Unravel your thoughts, ideas, processes or systems by creating concept maps. Canva provides the platform and templates to quickly organize complex ideas and information and present them in easy-to-understand visuals. With the Canva Whiteboard feature, you can individually, or collaborate with your team to: create flow charts; design a workflow diagram; map out organizational design; plan projects; brainstorm ideas; create a social media calendar; layout a story board... and more!

Upcoming Free Online Conferences:

February 23: Big Talk from Small Libraries 2024 <https://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/> (Nebraska Library Commission)
Annual online conference from Nebraska where small libraries share big ideas! This free conference will start at 6:45a PT and go until 3:00p PT. The conference will be hosted on the GoToWebinar platform and registration<https://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/registration/>  is now open!

March 12-14: 5th Annual Southeast Collaborative Online Conference<https://sites.google.com/view/secollaborative>.
Topics during this free, two-day conference include: Navigating Organizational Dynamics: Understanding and Addressing Incivility Within the Library Workplace; Empowering Librarians to Learn and Conquer AI Tools; Recognizing Excellence: Nurturing a Culture of Library Employee Appreciation; Trends and Topics in Readers' Advisory; Building Access for Diverse Voices in Leadership. The full schedule<https://sites.google.com/view/secollaborative/Shedule> and information about the speakers<https://sites.google.com/view/secollaborative/speakers> are now available. The conference will be hosted via Whova <https://whova.com/portal/registration/sclac_202403/> which will provide access via the web and mobile apps. Registration is now open<https://whova.com/portal/registration/sclac_202403/>.

(The 2024 Southeast Collaborative Online Conference is a collective effort by the Georgia Public Library Service, State Library of North Carolina, South Carolina State Library, Tennessee State Library & Archives, and The Library of Virginia to offer innovative and useful online learning experiences for library staff at all levels through a convenient online conference.)

March 13, 9a to 1p PT (10a to 2p MT): LEO and OSU Extension will be hosting a virtual mini-conference focused on Library of Things collections.
This mini-con will take place over Zoom, and will feature two keynote speakers and three rounds of breakout sessions organized under an unconference model, covering everything from food preservation and food sovereignty related LOT collections to video games, board games, technology, outdoor equipment, STEM collections, and more. It is free to register and participate in the LOT mini-con - head over to https://bit.ly/LOTminicon to register.

When you register, you'll have the opportunity to share ideas you have for sessions you would like to participate in or lead, and you will receive a Zoom link for access to the mini-conference after registration. As the breakout groups are organized in an unconference style, the LOT mini-con is structured to be a participatory learning environment - your questions and interests will help drive the choice of breakout sessions, and we hope you might be interested in leading a session of your own!

March 24:  <https://www.library20.com/ai-and-libraries> AI and Libraries: Applications, Implications, and Possibilities<https://www.library20.com/ai-and-libraries> (Library 2.0 / SJSU School of Information)
How has artificial intelligence impacted library services, resources, and work so far? How have libraries responded to these evolving technologies to better support their communities? It's been over a year since generative artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and Dall-E have been introduced in public spaces and consciousness, but AI has been around long before these tools yet there are still lingering concerns, challenges, and considerations. Join us for this free virtual conference to learn how libraries and library workers are engaging with artificial intelligence tools in their libraries from research support to information literacy to technical services. The conversations held in the conference will address the practical implications of these tools in the profession. Registration <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/library-2024-ai-and-libraries-registration-800281532607> is now open; this is a free, live event and it will also be recorded.

Looking for learning resources on a particular topic? I'm happy to help - please contact me!

Cheers,
Darci Hanning, MLIS (she/her/hers)
Public Library Consultant / CE Coordinator
Continuing Education Resources: https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/conted
State Library of Oregon | Library Support and Development Services
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