[CLClist] Continuing Education Workshop Update for 05/05/08

[Kris Abery]

Please excuse the cross posting

There are a few seats remaining in the following continuing education workshops in May 2008. To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at: http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp 

CDs, DVDs & Videocassettes: Cataloging Basics - May 6th (Groton PL)
This workshop will focus on the basic descriptive cataloging of CDs, DVDs, and videocassettes. We will look at relevant AACR2 applications (Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules), MARC coding (MAchine-Readable Cataloging), and other helpful resources specific to these formats.  
complete description: http://ct.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=14784 

Free Webinar: Providing Help Desk support using Event Tracker - May 7th (Online) 
Event Tracker is a free tool within TechAtlas which allows users to create an online "help desk" so they can track all requests & solutions to computer troubles in the library. 
complete description: http://www.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=19416 

Free Webinar: Innovative Health Information Program for Spanish Speakers - May 13th (Online)
Learn about several innovative programs designed to increase access to health information for Spanish speakers & increase community health. 
complete description: http://www.webjunction.org/do/Navigation?category=15431 

Gadgets & Gizmos ... And Your Library - May 16th (MLSC)
Learn about the devices your patrons may ask you about or are bringing into your library! This workshop will provide a quick, but detailed overview of electronic products and software that are growing in popularity and that will (if they haven't already) impact your library. 
complete description: http://ct.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=16114 

Digital Media and the Library - May 16th (MLSC)
This workshop explores how you, your patrons, and libraries are getting their music, movies, podcasts, audiobooks, videos, games, and more! We'll review the options for consumers and librarians, the current trends, and what the future hold for libraries.  
complete description: http://ct.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=16115 

Libratects at the Willington Public Library - May 21st (Willington)
Libratects is a lecture series where public libraries describe their
building process to create an improved library facility. The library
will have several speakers including Roberta Passardi, Dale Cutler, and others. 

Free Webinar: Introduction to Shaping Outcomes - May 29th (Online)
Presenter Rachel Applegate introduces the online course, 'Shaping Outcomes,' which teaches the principles of an 'outcomes-based planning and evaluation'(OBPE). The course was developed to help LSTA and IMLS grant applicants create stronger grant proposals-and stronger programs.