A six-week asynchronous course on Reference Interview
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Start Date: April 27, 2026, 7:00 am CDT
End Date: June 5, 2026, 7:00 am CDT
In this three-course bundle, librarian and American Sign Language interpreter Kathy MacMillan will give you the skills you need not only to use basic American Sign Language but to understand the fundamental principles of working with the Deaf community.
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Start Date: May 4, 2026, 12:00 am CDT
End Date: November 15, 2026, 12:00 am CST
This 6-week, asynchronous online course will introduce basic American Sign Language vocabulary and grammar appropriate for use in a library setting and place that information within a linguistic and cultural context to aid participants in improving library services to patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing.
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Start Date: May 4, 2026, 12:00 am CDT
End Date: June 14, 2026, 12:00 am CDT
A 90 minute webinar on intellectual property librarianship
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Start Date: May 6, 2026, 12:00 pm CDT
End Date: May 6, 2026, 1:30 pm CDT
Learn how to create public library events that teens will happily attend and even help produce.
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Start Date: May 7, 2026, 2:00 pm CDT
End Date: May 7, 2026, 3:30 pm CDT
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Start Date: May 18, 2026, 12:00 am CDT
End Date: June 29, 2026, 12:00 am CDT
Best of Core Forum: From Planning to Showtime: a Librarian's Guide
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Start Date: May 26, 2026, 1:00 pm CDT
End Date: May 26, 2026, 2:00 pm CDT
Description: Embarking on a major capital renovation presents unique challenges and opportunities, especially when transforming a well-loved public space. This session will explore how the library and design team embraced universal design principles
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Start Date: June 2, 2026, 1:00 pm CDT
End Date: June 2, 2026, 2:00 pm CDT
In this webinar, law librarian Ellyssa Kroski will teach the process of legal research from a beginner’s perspective.
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Start Date: June 3, 2026, 1:30 pm CDT
End Date: June 3, 2026, 3:00 pm CDT
Learn more American Sign Language vocabulary and grammar appropriate for use in a library setting and place that information within a linguistic and cultural context to aid participants in improving library services to patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing.
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Start Date: July 6, 2026, 12:00 am CDT
End Date: August 16, 2026, 12:00 am CDT
Fundamentals of Universal Library Design for Learning 2026 - Session 2.0
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Start Date: September 21, 2026, 9:00 am CDT
End Date: October 30, 2026, 5:00 pm CDT
Learn basic American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary appropriate for use with children in library and classroom settings as well as how to teach stories, songs, and other activities that incorporate ASL.
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Start Date: October 5, 2026, 12:00 am CDT
End Date: November 15, 2026, 12:00 am CST
Two librarians reveal how they use podcasts and webinars to create, collaborate, and curate relevant content, giving voice to ideas and concepts that should be shared.
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Inspire students to enjoy reading with 15 creative ideas you can use for years to come in your classroom, library, or school!
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Are you looking for Makerspace Ideas to use with your secondary library patrons? This is the session for you!
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Using two examples from the Boston Public Library’s recent hybrid programming, the presenters will walk through the logistical details to consider when planning hybrid programs.
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AASL leaders and school librarians share their strategies on how they’re working to implement their school’s curriculum and engage learners some of the areas hardest hit by the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Learn why gaming accessibility is so important and how partnerships with public libraries can help bridge the divide.
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Hear about ways to support adult learners in completing diploma programs and measure economic impact on the community.
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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 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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Understand how a trauma-informed service philosophy can reduce harm for library staff and patrons (3rd in a series).
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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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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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