We've crawled the web for some of the most useful library learning opportunities, most of them free and all of them curated for the librarians of Illinois.
Here's where you can expand your skills in May 2024...
All learning is online unless noted otherwise.
Library Issues & Book News
- May 2, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Open Books Open Minds: A Celebration of Reading & Literacy (Library Journal & School Library Journal) - May 7, 1 p.m.
Chilling Reads: Mysteries, Thrillers, and True Crime (Booklist) - May 8, 1 p.m. Must be a member of CARLI
Mental Health in Library Settings Training Course (CARLI) - May 8, 1 p.m.
Exploring Social Justice Through Young Adult Books(Booklist) - May 9, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
LJ Day of Dialog (Library Journal) - May 9, 1 p.m.
Indie Press Showcase (Booklist) - May 16, 1 p.m.
Continuing the Journey on a Path to Open: An Innovative Model for Open Access Monograph Publishing (Library Journal and JSTOR) - May 21, 1 p.m.
Page-Turning Picture Books (Booklist) - May 21, noon
AL Live: Public Libraries and the Open Access Movement (American Libraries Live) - May 22, 12:30 p.m.
Making Scholarly Content More Interactive: Explore Social Annotation for Libraries (JSTOR & Library Journal) - May 22, 1 p.m.
Brainfuse: Learn About Our Newest Service (CollegeNow) Plus Our Partnership with Barron’s! (Brainfuse) - May 22, 1 p.m.
Partnering with the National Library Service to Provide Materials and Services to People with Print Disabilities (Public Library Association) - May 23, 1 p.m.
The Science of Reading: Phonics and Decodables (Booklist) - May 28, 1 p.m.
Best Book Club Picks (Booklist) - May 22, 2 p.m.
Cardholder Signup Policies: Access in Practice (Webjunction)
Cataloging
- May 1, 1 p.m.
PCC Introductory RDA Training: Webinar 8: Manifestation Statements (Programming for Cooperative Cataloging) - May 2, 4 p.m.
That's a Wrap!(Fresno State) - May 8, 1 p.m.
PCC Introductory RDA Training: Webinar 9: Representative Expression (Programming for Cooperative Cataloging) - May 10, noon
Special Projects in Reparative and Inclusive Description (Digital Public Library of America) - May 14, 9 a.m.
Who's Your Audience?: Ways to Record Audience in Bibliographic Records (OCLC Metadata Quality) - May 15, 1 p.m.
PCC Introductory RDA Training: Webinar 10: Aggregates (Programming for Cooperative Cataloging) - May 22, 1 p.m.
PCC Introductory RDA Training: Webinar 11: Diachronic Works (Programming for Cooperative Cataloging) - May 23, 3 p.m.
Who's Your Audience?: Ways to Record Audience in Bibliographic Records (OCLC Metadata Quality)
Intellectual Freedom & Censorship
- May 1, 1 p.m.
Don't I Have the Right Not to Be Offended? Responding to Censorship in Fractious Times (Niche Academy)
Grants & Fundraising
- May 1, 10 a.m.
The Secret to Loyal Supporters: Email Welcome Journeys (Nonprofit Learning Lab) - May 2, noon
Amplify Your Impact: Unleash the Power of the Google Ad Grant (Whole Whale) - May 2, 1 p.m.
Introduction to Project Budgets (Candid.Learning) - May 8, 11 a.m.
A Case Study in Finding New Donors (Nonprofit Learning Lab) - May 8, 1 p.m.
Fundraising Basics: How to Prioritize Efforts to Maximize Success (Georgia Library Association) - May 9, 1 p.m.
Grant Funding With a Lean Team (Bloomerang) - May 14, 1 p.m.
Introduction to Fundraising Planning (Candid.Learning) - May 16, 9 a.m.
Planning, Measuring, and Sharing Your Program's Impact (Candid.Learning) - May 16, 1 p.m.
Introduction to Finding Grants (Candid.Learning) - May 23, 1 p.m.
Introduction to Proposal Writing (Candid.Learning) - May 29, 10 a.m.
How to Cultivate and Manage Donors Remotely (Nonprofit Learning Lab) - May 30, 1 p.m.
Introduction to Project Budgets (Candid.Learning)
Leadership and Communication
- May 1, noon
Executive Directors Chat: Embracing Diversity and Cultural Differences (Techsoup) - May 1, 4 p.m.
Why Press Freedom Matters: Exploring Evan Gershkovich’s Case (edWeb.net) - May 2, 1 p.m.
Simple and Effective Strategies to Support Executive Function Skills in Young Children (edWeb.net) - May 2, noon
Rural Vitality in Northern and Central Illinois (Illinois Extension) - May 2, 1 p.m.
Beyond Management: Coaching and Leading Your Team (Bloomerang) - May 2, 1 p.m.
Introduction to Nonprofit Accounting: The Basics (Techsoup) - May 2, 3 p.m.
Support Young Children’s Language Learning and Pre-Literacy Skills with Music (edWeb.net) - May 2, 5:30 p.m.
Online Information Session, Master of Information (Rutgers University) - May 6, 10 a.m.
Cultural Humility: People, Community, and Practice (Nonprofit Learning Lab) - May 14, 1 p.m.
Crisis Communication, Social Media, and the 1st Amendment: What to Do (and not do) (Civicplus) - May 15, 1 p.m.
Conflict Management and De-escalation (Niche Academy) - May 15, 2 p.m.
Addressing Body Shape and Size Stigma in Libraries: Getting Started (Infopeople) - May 16, noon
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (Illinois Extension) - May 16, 2 p.m.
Discover the Keys to Enhancing Literacy Programs Within Your District (Follett Community) - May 16, 2 p.m.
Supporting Healthy Communities: Public Library Responses to the Opioid Crisis (Webjunction) - May 20, noon
Combining Creativity, Civic Mindedness, and Belonging to Motivate Children to Read and Learn (edWeb.net) - May 20, 3 p.m.
Less Winging It, More Strategy: How to Be a Strategic Leader (Govloop) - May 21, noon
Telling Your Story: Simple Steps to Build Your Nonprofit's Brand(Techsoup) - May 21, 1 p.m.
Demystifying Data to Deliver Community-Driven Library Collections(Library Journal and Collection HQ) - May 21, 2 p.m.
Social Media 102 (Firespring) - May 22, noon
Introducing “Visions of America: All Stories, All People, All Places” from PBS Books (Idaho Commission for Libraries) - May 22, 1 p.m.
Personal Librarians: Building Relationships Across Campus(Niche Academy) - May 29, 9 a.m.
Difficult Conversations – with Trina Walker (Firespring) - May 30, noon
Open Meetings Act (OMA) (Illinois Extension) - May 30, 1 p.m.
Earthquake Preparedness (Connecting to Collections Care) - On Demand
PCI Monthly Free Webinar- Book Review (PCI Webinars) - Multiple Sessions
Marketing for Beginners: Creating a Social Media Campaign (Canva) - Multiple Sessions
Foundations of Graphic Design (Canva)
Technology
- May 6, 1 p.m.
The Rise of Artificial Intelligence and Art: Taking a Look at Copyright Challenges for Libraries (ASERL) - May 16, noon
Unlocking Insights with Generative AI: How to Enhance Research Efficiency in the Library (Choice) - May 20, 1 p.m.
The Reality of VR: Librarian Involvement in Virtual Reality Projects (ASERL)ay - May 21, 10 a.m.
Research Integrity and AI: Navigating Challenges and Leveraging Potential (Choice) - May 22, noon
Keeping Your Information Safe with Centralized Security Services (Techsoup) - May 28, noon
Welcome to TechSoup: New Member Orientation and Q&A (Techsoup)
Upcoming Conferences
Grab your tickets! These conferences are coming up in the next few months.
Reaching Forward North
May 10, 2024
Other Events by IHLS
Illinois Heartland Library System has an expanding variety of learning opportunities, too. View them all on our Events page.
All upcoming continuing education events by IHLS and its divisions; many are for IHLS members, some are open to system members statewide
For SHARE members
Have suggestions, ideas, or questions about Continuing Education? Contact our Continuing Education Coordinator at 618.474.9948.
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Last Updated: May. 10, 2024 - 12:27 pm
