To live out our core values of equity, diversity, and inclusion, libraries are seeking out ways to be more community-centered. Community-led planning is a method that can be used to create public programs and services that celebrate the strengths and int

Addressing performance or behaviorproblems can be stressful for both parties, and how managers approach thesemeetings can positively or negatively affect their outcomes. Learn how to havedifficult conversations with your staff members, covering eve

What should library staff do when self-proclaimed “citizen journalists” enter the library claiming a right to question employees and film in any space accessible to the public? Learn what your library board and staff need to know about so-called “First Amendment audits,” and how you can prepare by adopting well-crafted policies and training staff.

This course will teach the basics of Cataloging

This course will teach the basics of Cataloging

This course will teach the basics of Digital Library Projects

This course will teach the basics of Metadata

Six-week online course that is a basic primer for library acquisitions concepts common to all library material formats.

The Fundamentals of Electronic Resources Acquisitions Web course will provide an overview of acquiring, providing access to, administering, supporting, and monitoring access to electronic resources.

This course will teach the basics of Collection Assessment

This course will teach the basics of Collection Development and Management

2022 United for Libraries Virtual

This course will teach the basics of Preservation

Learn how to ensure that your library is a welcoming place for all customers with sensory needs.

The course will teach the basics of Cataloging

The Fundamentals of Cataloging (FOC) is a six-week online course that provides an introduction to the principles, policies and practices of cataloging in libraries. It is designed for librarians and library support staff new to cataloging; librarians and

This course will explore research-based, practical solutions to challenging workplace environments.

This course will teach the basics of Digital Library Projects

Description: This six-week course is an introduction tofundamental concepts of metadata, including: Similarities and differences between cataloging and metadata Descriptive, technical, and administrative metadata schema C

This series will provide current or future managers and directors the foundation they need to excel in their new role.

This eCourse introduces essential strategies and techniques for project management in libraries.

This course will teach the basics of Acquisitions

This course will teach the basics of Collection Assessment

This course will teach the basics of Collection Development and Management

Description: This four-week online course provides anoverview of acquiring, providing access to, administering, supporting, andmonitoring access to electronic resources. The course offers a basic backgroundin electronic resource acquisitio

This course ill teach the basics of Cataloging

This course will teach the basic of Cataloging

2021 United for Libraries Virtual

A panel of expert speakers will provide guidance on working with your local elected officials on library advocacy during this time of COVID-19, and beyond.

Explore a wide range of topics from leaders and experts and learn more about all ALA has to offer.