Join us to learn how to advocate for youth and young adults experiencing homelessness, whether they’re struggling to access housing, services, education, benefits or more.
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Participants will learn about intellectual freedom programming, and how it can be used to develop critical thinking and collaboration skills, reach underserved audiences, broaden perspectives, and develop empathy.
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With concrete goals and plans for collection diversity audit data, it can help create inclusive public library collections.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and ChatBots are all over the news, but what are they, and how do they impact school libraries? In this session, learn about this latest trend, how ChatBots work, and how students are using them for productive (and unproductive!) purposes. Explore ChatGPT, gather ideas for embracing and using this high-tech tool in your school library, and brainstorm ways to use it to elevate student learning.
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Learn how we define cataloging and the basic elements of the systems that librarians employ to structure their materials.
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Collection Development expert Robin Bradford will introduce you to the fundamental principles of collection development and the practices that make it work.
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Learn frameworks for social justice and Equity, Diversion, and Inclusion (EDI) so you can provide better service to your patrons and create a welcoming environment.
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This series features instructional sessions from ALA staff and library experts that are clear, concise, and applicable to any staff in any position.
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Gain an overview of the principles of intellectual freedom and the library’s role in upholding this fundamental value for all.
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In this discussion, Samantha Oakley from ALA’s Public Programming Office will introduce you to the fundamentals of library programs and cover the basics of what they are and how they work.
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In this session, RA expert Becky Spratford will introduce you to the concepts behind readers advisory and the practice as it exists in a variety of library contexts.
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Learn how we define reference, the different types of reference services, and what goes into an effective reference interaction.
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Learn how the principles of sustainability can be applied in libraries by any staff member at any level.
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Explore a wide range of topics from leaders and experts and learn more about all ALA has to offer.
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Learn how to create your own book bus program.
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Presenters discuss their takeaways from a year of trying all the things, and leave equipped with your own services menu.
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How can cultural intelligence shape library policies, services, and programs to bridge cultural gaps? (2nd in a series)
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Understand how a trauma-informed service philosophy can reduce harm for library staff and patrons (3rd in a series).
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This webinar explores how AI-enabled search and Open AI will change how school librarians craft library instruction and work with faculty and students. Presented by the AASL Independent Schools Section.
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Learn to present easy, doable programs for astronomy that you don’t have to be an expert to teach.
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Melissa Wong will share strategies for engaging audience members in the hybrid environment.
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This webinar will discuss best practices for conducting hybrid programming in your library, campus, and community.
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Hear how one library created an Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access roadmap with engagement across the organization.
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Join Laura Mann as she discusses techniques used in her five libraries to determine when weeding needs to happen, what to do with discarded materials, and how to get it all done with faculty, staff, and administration on your side.
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Synopsis of each book are given as well as activities to garner student interest and tips for utilizing social media to promote the library and meet students where they are.
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Learn how to use Instagram to generate excitement among your teen patrons—and watch your library media program grow!
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Brave Voices, Brave Choices is a public promise to learn, grow, and act to create the reality we want for all people.
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Four experts in the field share ideas on how school librarians and other educators can rely on credible sources to support diverse perspectives and help students assess and navigate bias.
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Participants will learn how to create a Site that houses a digital breakout including an in-site Form, create locks and corresponding puzzle clues, and organize the information for collaborating teachers.
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Learn how academic and school librarians collaborated to bring a college-level information literacy course to rural high schools.
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