Every Library is the first national & political actions committee for libraries has a new online presence called Vote Libraries. On this site is an online gallery free to use for all public libraries. There is artwork and tools for voter outreach ,new high quality Art and design that is free for all pubic libraries across the country. Check and see all that they have and how you can use this tool to help you spread the word to tell the community what your library is all about.
Showing posts with label library issues. Show all posts
Showing posts with label library issues. Show all posts
Thursday, August 20, 2015
Tuesday, July 21, 2015
Professional Development- the easy way
You can do some professional development and learn a new skill without a lot of traveling by using lynda.com. This is an online subscription that teachers librarians through high quality instructional videos taught by leaders in the library industry .
There are more than 1,400 training video in a broad range of subjects : business skills, web design, and development. You can watch an enitire course or a single tutorial .Watch as you need and at your own pace.
Our system provides us access to this service and I am looking forward to doing some of my required 3 workshops this year.
There are more than 1,400 training video in a broad range of subjects : business skills, web design, and development. You can watch an enitire course or a single tutorial .Watch as you need and at your own pace.
Our system provides us access to this service and I am looking forward to doing some of my required 3 workshops this year.
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
Top Library Technologies-Digital Books
Digital books are the newest , biggest thing that both public and school library's offer Patrons can download and borrow books to their readers and enjoy the latest books with ease and accessibility. Most libraries now have ebooks and emagazines that patrons can browse and borrow ,. There are also sites that allow online reading, some of which I have already reviewed here at this blog. I continue to search out the latest on online reading and learning. I feel that as librarians we need to keep up on the latest sites for patrons reading.
What are your thoughts on digital books? Do you use them your self? Do you promote them at the public library? Do you have them at your school- How are they used?? Who uses them?
What are your thoughts on digital books? Do you use them your self? Do you promote them at the public library? Do you have them at your school- How are they used?? Who uses them?
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Better Desk Habits
What should you do if your desk is an absolute mess? What should you do if there are piles and piles of papers, folders, magazines, and clippings all over?
The easiest thing to do is to take everything and put it in a large box or container. Then take 15 to 20 minutes ( set a timer- see Using a kitchen timer ) Take a pile from the top and go through each piece. Refile each paper where it should go. Have some a file folders and markers.
If there is a current project you are working non , label a folder and put all related items into that folder.Anything you do not need , throw away or put in the recycling bin.
Also have some files that can be marked : To do, To read, To file.
Anything you need to save , label a folder and put the paper in it. Then file in your file cabinet. Make sure you put them in alphabetical order. If you have files you are done with , refile in the proper spot
Do a 15 - 20 minute session until your bin is empty.
Now devised a system, Establish a place marked TO FILE. Never let your piles get out of hand again. Each day spend some time refiling so your desk is clean!
Desk Organization- Part 2
The easiest thing to do is to take everything and put it in a large box or container. Then take 15 to 20 minutes ( set a timer- see Using a kitchen timer ) Take a pile from the top and go through each piece. Refile each paper where it should go. Have some a file folders and markers.
If there is a current project you are working non , label a folder and put all related items into that folder.Anything you do not need , throw away or put in the recycling bin.
Also have some files that can be marked : To do, To read, To file.
Anything you need to save , label a folder and put the paper in it. Then file in your file cabinet. Make sure you put them in alphabetical order. If you have files you are done with , refile in the proper spot
Do a 15 - 20 minute session until your bin is empty.
Now devised a system, Establish a place marked TO FILE. Never let your piles get out of hand again. Each day spend some time refiling so your desk is clean!
Desk Organization- Part 2
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
The Super Powers of Librarians
The role of the librarian( school, public, academic & otherwise) continues to change . Every day there are new resources, websites, and technologies for patrons to learn and use. In order to keep up with the 21st century , as a profession we need also to keep learning and growing. So we need to keep developing our super powers to get the job done.
Being Flexible: Yes , we need to adapt and grow and learn all we can in order to help our patrons and students . So begin by evaluating, revising, and implementing your programs. Assess what is working and what isn't . Decide what you will keep doing, ( something that is working , and producing good results, )what needs to changed and how you can change it to provide the best for your needs and the needs of the patrons.
Some items to think about changing or adapting: Circulation,shelving, scheduling, Programs. Now don't expect to change /adapt these all at the same time. Take time to think through about the procedures , what you do now and what could be done to be more efficient. Tackle one at the time, make changes , and then re-evaluate to see if the changes are working. Always ask yourself : Is it working? Why? Or Why not? What could be done differently? How can we improve?
By being flexible and going with the change we can adapt our tasks to become more accommodating and efficient.
Being Flexible: Yes , we need to adapt and grow and learn all we can in order to help our patrons and students . So begin by evaluating, revising, and implementing your programs. Assess what is working and what isn't . Decide what you will keep doing, ( something that is working , and producing good results, )what needs to changed and how you can change it to provide the best for your needs and the needs of the patrons.
Some items to think about changing or adapting: Circulation,shelving, scheduling, Programs. Now don't expect to change /adapt these all at the same time. Take time to think through about the procedures , what you do now and what could be done to be more efficient. Tackle one at the time, make changes , and then re-evaluate to see if the changes are working. Always ask yourself : Is it working? Why? Or Why not? What could be done differently? How can we improve?
By being flexible and going with the change we can adapt our tasks to become more accommodating and efficient.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
21st Century Library Blog
The 21st Century Library blog offers a forum whereby librarians can form a community of discussions about problems, issues, and specific topics. This blog presents broad perspectives on issues affecting the library profession.
Librarians can collaborate by responding to polls, and surveys and adding their input. There are links also to articles relating to library issues that concern us today. If you continue you will find links to all blog posts, listed in order from oldest to newest.
One of the things I like bet are the additional links to other library blogs and websites. All in all this a great spot to visit and get the latest ideas and innovations. You can see the issues and how other librarians respond to them and what they think are the best solutions.
Librarians can collaborate by responding to polls, and surveys and adding their input. There are links also to articles relating to library issues that concern us today. If you continue you will find links to all blog posts, listed in order from oldest to newest.
One of the things I like bet are the additional links to other library blogs and websites. All in all this a great spot to visit and get the latest ideas and innovations. You can see the issues and how other librarians respond to them and what they think are the best solutions.
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Every Thing Library
EveryThing Library is a website devoted to helping libraries get funding for their community libraries who are in need of funding in order to stay afloat, current , and full of resources. Everything Library believes that campaigning and talking to votes about their needs will increase the libraries power, services, and help with library initiatives.
They will and have provided funds to help sustain major libraries from having services impacted by budget cuts.( restoring personal and programs)
This is actually an organization that is dedicated to build voter support. They help libraries to get voters to come on Election day . Training is provided on various topics: consulting services, conduct feasibility studies, develop fund raising strategies ad train volunteer in" get out to vote" techniques.
So even if your library in not is a budget crisis, check out Everything Library - some helpful tips and blog articles await you!
They will and have provided funds to help sustain major libraries from having services impacted by budget cuts.( restoring personal and programs)
This is actually an organization that is dedicated to build voter support. They help libraries to get voters to come on Election day . Training is provided on various topics: consulting services, conduct feasibility studies, develop fund raising strategies ad train volunteer in" get out to vote" techniques.
So even if your library in not is a budget crisis, check out Everything Library - some helpful tips and blog articles await you!
Tuesday, August 5, 2014
In the Library With Lead Pipe
The " In the Library With Lead Pipe"site is an open access journal run bu a team of librarians. There are articles and editorials written by the team and also includes authors, educators, support staff and community members.
The goals of Lead Pipe is to explore new ideas and start conversations and to help develop solutions to problems and issues The requirements for articles is founded in showcasing original research strategies in librarianship, and practical examples. So you will find highly engaging and substantial information issues and topics.
Right off the bat, I found several articles that were informative and extensive - enough to help me correct the issue I was facing. I will be visiting there again . It will keep the creative juices interested in developing more intense discussion with my staff and colleagues.
The goals of Lead Pipe is to explore new ideas and start conversations and to help develop solutions to problems and issues The requirements for articles is founded in showcasing original research strategies in librarianship, and practical examples. So you will find highly engaging and substantial information issues and topics.
Right off the bat, I found several articles that were informative and extensive - enough to help me correct the issue I was facing. I will be visiting there again . It will keep the creative juices interested in developing more intense discussion with my staff and colleagues.
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Book Processing
You still may be processing your new books.
And you may be getting tired of doing it and wish it were done. Especially in a public library when you may get a shipment every month. How can
you get it done and still do something / anything else to have your
library in good shape ? In "The Organized Librarian" I give some ideas on getting everything done or at least not feeling so very overwhelmed at all there is to do.
But I still get the feeling that the books will Never get all done and then a new shipment comes in with more books. Now I love love new books but I want them to be all ready for the staff and patrons, and not have them staring me in the face. So what I do is this , depending on the number of other things I need to do , I set a daily goal of the number of books to do each day.
The rest I 'hide"- no I really do not hide them , I just place them on a cart facing toward the wall or in a closet so I do not see them 24/7. Then I get the book goal done as soon as I can - coming in early, staying late, making sure that the other activities I need to have completed are finished. If I am having a good day- I sneak out the next days goal and do them.
If there is a great day of only a few classes or a meeting that I do not have to attend then I sometimes do a marathon day of stamping, date due slips, and putting on genre stickers. Then I really feel great about getting all the books ready.
But I still get the feeling that the books will Never get all done and then a new shipment comes in with more books. Now I love love new books but I want them to be all ready for the staff and patrons, and not have them staring me in the face. So what I do is this , depending on the number of other things I need to do , I set a daily goal of the number of books to do each day.
The rest I 'hide"- no I really do not hide them , I just place them on a cart facing toward the wall or in a closet so I do not see them 24/7. Then I get the book goal done as soon as I can - coming in early, staying late, making sure that the other activities I need to have completed are finished. If I am having a good day- I sneak out the next days goal and do them.
If there is a great day of only a few classes or a meeting that I do not have to attend then I sometimes do a marathon day of stamping, date due slips, and putting on genre stickers. Then I really feel great about getting all the books ready.
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Public Library Blog- librarianbyday.net
Bobbi Newman at Librarianbyday.net is a public librarian who has been blogging since 1999. As an ALA Councilor-At Large, and also on several advisory boards she is a busy lady. She has designed some interesting projects which you can read about on her blog. Two that I can't wait to delve into: This is what a librarian looks like, and Library Day In the life.
On her site you will find a variety of posts on issues for public librarians. There are many categories: Best Practices, Books- Read this, Customer Service, & digital literacy( just to name a few). They are interesting and provide a lot of food for thought and change for you and your library.
I plan to really dive right in here and get a lot of insight for my new position as library branch manager. There are posts on training for managers and a youtube segment that I think looks really helpful.
Does any one have any favorite blogs- whether you are a school or public librarian? I just think they are so helpful!
On her site you will find a variety of posts on issues for public librarians. There are many categories: Best Practices, Books- Read this, Customer Service, & digital literacy( just to name a few). They are interesting and provide a lot of food for thought and change for you and your library.
I plan to really dive right in here and get a lot of insight for my new position as library branch manager. There are posts on training for managers and a youtube segment that I think looks really helpful.
Does any one have any favorite blogs- whether you are a school or public librarian? I just think they are so helpful!
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Wired Wednesday - Techology Tools
Paige Jaeger is the School Library Coordinator for WSWHE BOCES , NY.. which covers many counties. This is a huge area! She is the author of librarydoor.Blogspot.com which is a great place to learn about the most current issues of school librarians.
You will find this site that she has hosted to have a wealth of information and ideas on advocacy for school librarians.
Currently there is an inforgraph that would be helpful for showing all the different tasks and activities that school librarians do on a daily basis. There are posts on Common Core and Information Literacy. Other posts discuss readability, reading levels, and complexity of text. There are charts and graphs on measuring reading.
There are blog posts that discuss the need for research as it helps students build and share new knowledge. Also you will find links to Paige's books and articles. Some are direct links to the actual articles that she has had published in library journals.
Check her link to Scoop it- they are very interesting!! So check out this blog to keep up to date and learn something new!
librarydoor.blogspot.com
You will find this site that she has hosted to have a wealth of information and ideas on advocacy for school librarians.
Currently there is an inforgraph that would be helpful for showing all the different tasks and activities that school librarians do on a daily basis. There are posts on Common Core and Information Literacy. Other posts discuss readability, reading levels, and complexity of text. There are charts and graphs on measuring reading.
There are blog posts that discuss the need for research as it helps students build and share new knowledge. Also you will find links to Paige's books and articles. Some are direct links to the actual articles that she has had published in library journals.
Check her link to Scoop it- they are very interesting!! So check out this blog to keep up to date and learn something new!
librarydoor.blogspot.com
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