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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Below are some upcoming virtual training opportunities on Gale databases available to Oregon libraries through the
<a href="https://slo.oregon.gov/SDLP_FAQ/FAQ">Statewide Database Licensing Program</a>. If you can’t attend the live sessions, register anyway and be alerted when the recording is available. Keep up to date with the latest online training resources at the Gale
Support Site: <a href="https://support.gale.com/training/">https://support.gale.com/training/</a>.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Oregon’s Gale Training Specialist, Tammi Burke, will be in the state later this fall (October 8-9, 2026) and will be available for in-person training sessions. Please contact
me if you are interested in scheduling a session at your library!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Supporting Accessibility with Gale Resources from the State Library of Oregon</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><br>
<b>May 6, 2026, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM (Pacific)</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Registration link: </span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="https://cengage-gale.zoom.us/webinar/register/3817743775793/WN_rGzeNNkXSj6qNKSgDLG2qg">https://cengage-gale.zoom.us/webinar/register/3817743775793/WN_rGzeNNkXSj6qNKSgDLG2qg</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Oregon’s Gale training specialist Tammi Burke will explore built-in tools such as on demand translation, text to speech, customizable display settings, and text enhancement
features that improve readability and comprehension across Gale resources. Attendees will see how these tools support accessibility with primary source content in the Gale In Context suite and explore true Spanish language content in Gale OneFile: Informe
Académico, along with reference, video, and periodical content in Gale Health and Wellness. Join this session to learn how Gale’s accessibility features promote inclusive learning and help libraries provide equitable access to high quality information for
every user. Register to attend live or receive a link to the recording!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Gale Platform Accessibility Updates</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><br>
<b>May 7, 2026, 10:00-11:00 am (PT)</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Registration Link:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> <a href="https://cengage.zoom.us/webinar/register/8517748846765/WN_m8CRNoYrR0GZwiJIjiMD8Q#/registration">https://cengage.zoom.us/webinar/register/8517748846765/WN_m8CRNoYrR0GZwiJIjiMD8Q#/registration</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">As the updated ADA Title II regulations take effect, Gale is rolling out major accessibility enhancements to help institutions meet evolving compliance expectations. Join us
for a fast‑paced overview of Gale’s latest platform updates, including improved navigation, redesigned search tools, enhanced contrast and labeling, and continued WCAG 2.2–aligned remediation across key products. Learn what’s already live, what’s coming next,
and how Gale is committed to supporting accessible, equitable user experiences for all learners.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Support Summer Reading Programs with Gale</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><br>
<b>May 19, 2026, 11:00 - 11:45 am (PT)</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Registration Link: </span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="https://cengage-gale.zoom.us/webinar/register/9817748868302/WN_ddIqPYbhQ1K0OWGtSOzgUA#/registration">https://cengage-gale.zoom.us/webinar/register/9817748868302/WN_ddIqPYbhQ1K0OWGtSOzgUA#/registration</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Join this webinar to explore engaging, age-appropriate digital resources from Gale that support reading motivation, curiosity, and skill-building throughout the summer months.
We’ll share hands-on examples, promotion ideas, and programming connections that can help support summer reading in your library. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Participants will learn how to:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Support early literacy development with Gale Presents: Miss Humblebee’s Academy (not available through Oregon's state
contract)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Encourage nonfiction reading and exploration using Gale Presents: National Geographic Kids<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Incorporate Gale eBooks into summer reading lists and activities<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Use Gale In Context: Elementary to support inquiry and help establish real-world connections<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Promote Gale resources to families and caregivers during summer months<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Arlene Weible, MLS (she/her/hers)<span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt;line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Library Consultant<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt;line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Oregon Federal Regional Depository Coordinator<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt;line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">State Library of Oregon<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:3.0pt;line-height:115%"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#2E74B5"><a href="mailto:arlene.weible@slo.oregon.gov"><span style="color:#0563C1">arlene.weible@slo.oregon.gov</span></a></span><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">
<b>|</b> 971-375-2727 <b>|</b><span style="color:#2E74B5"> <a href="http://www.oregon.gov/library/libraries">
<span style="color:#0563C1">http://www.oregon.gov/library/libraries</span></a></span><u><span style="color:#0563C1"><o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p>
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