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WebJunction Content and Upcoming Webinars

July 7, 2019 By Compendium News Staff In Academic Libraries, Health Focus, Professional Development, Rural and Small Libraries, School Libraries

Highlighted Content on WebJunction Encouraging Motivation in the Workplace: Employees with a high level of motivation at work have a positive impact on overall organizational success, but the topic of motivation is complex. Encouraging Motivation in the Workplace will help supervisors...

WebJunction Content and Webinars

June 12, 2019 By Compendium News Staff In Academic Libraries, Children's Services, Professional Development, Resources of Interest

WebJunction’s FREE, online course catalog has 55 self-paced courses on library topics, as well as over 280 curated webinar recordings ready and available when you are. Explore the catalog today! Highlighted Content on WebJunction  Customer Service in Libraries: Meeting Evolving...

FREE Webinar: A Practical Guide to Privacy Audits

March 13, 2018 By Compendium News Staff In Professional Development, Resources of Interest

Learn more and register for the webinar, A Practical Guide to Privacy Audits.   ...

FREE Webinars: What’s New in Children’s Literature; Handling Negative Feedback Online; Teaching Privacy in Libraries

February 20, 2018 By Compendium News Staff In Children's Services, Professional Development, Resources of Interest, School Libraries

Particpate in these FREE Infopeople webinars: What’s New in Children’s Literature February 21 Presented by Penny Peck Discover books published in late 2017 and Spring 2018 that will be popular with children ages 0-12, including books reflecting diversity. Also, find...

Brian Dawson

Futures Conference Day 1

October 4, 2017 By Compendium News Staff In Data, Resources of Interest

  by Brian K. Dawson I have to start by thanking Mary Chute and the staff of the New Jersey State Library  for hosting the Futures Conference.  Peggy Cadigan and Betsy Beavers, both of the NJSL, were driving forces behind the event.  Additional support was provided by the...

Recorded WebJunction Webinars: What Did You Miss?

April 11, 2017 By Compendium News Staff In Professional Development, Resources of Interest

Six webinars were offered by WebJunction this year!  Did you miss any?  If so, you can access the recordings in the WebJunction Course Catalog.  All webinars and courses count toward CE!  (a certificate is provided by WebJunction upon completion) Here are the titles and links...

Elizabeth Hess

PA Forward: The “Internet of Things” – Implications for the Library

December 5, 2016 By Compendium News Staff In Broadband, Data, PA Forward, Resources of Interest

  By Elizabeth Hess If you’re wondering what the “Internet of things” (IoT) means, don’t fret! You probably already know about this concept if you’re aware of connected devices or “smart” devices like Fitbits or even smartphones. The article Libraries and the...

Guiding Principles for Use of Technology with Early Learners

October 24, 2016 By Compendium News Staff In Accessibility, Children's Services, Resources of Interest

The US Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology released Guiding Principles for Use of Technology with Early Learner.  Four guiding principles are presented along with references to various educational guides and resources. Highlighted are:  how to determine...

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Learn All About CyberSmarts in Newly Offered Webinars

February 2, 2016 By Compendium News Staff In Children's Services, Health Focus, Professional Development, Resources of Interest, School Libraries

The CyberSmarts Interactive eBook collection provides students a safe, controlled environment to learn to make smart choices as they develop their online presence. CyberSmarts is available to you and your patrons FREE on POWER Library. CyberSmarts includes: Learning simulations...

State of Privacy in America and Privacy Tools

January 29, 2016 By Compendium News Staff In Resources of Interest

The PEW Research Center’s State of Privacy in America finds that 86% of internet users have taken steps online to “remove or mask their digital footprints, but many say they would like to do more or are unaware of tools they could use.”  Read more. What information...