[CLClist] State Library C.E. Workshops Update for May 2008

[Kris Abery]

Please excuse the cross posting

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

Free Webinar: The Best Small Library in America - May 1st (Online)
WebJunction and The Association for Rural and Small Libraries presents a free hour-long webinar focused on a topic important to the work of sustaining Rural and Small libraries. 
complete description: http://www.webjunction.org/do/Navigation?category=13496 

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 

FrontPage Pt.1 & Pt.2 - May 7th & 21st (MLSC)
On day 1, we'll start to explore the creation and development of a web site using FrontPage. We'll help you understand how to design a web page and the elements that can be included. Day 2 of the workshop is designed for the person who has taken FrontPage Pt. 1 and needs to know more about web design.  We'll be inserting forms and getting the form fields ready for useable feedback and much, much more.  
complete description: http://ct.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=19767

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 

ADA and Library Buildings - May 9th (Welles Turner)
Some topics to be covered in the workshop are: Exterior issues:
Accessible parking, curb cuts, ramps -- Interior issues:
Doors, stairways, floor surfaces, accessible routes, protruding objects
PACs and online catalogs, magazine displays, book stacks, service counters, reading areas, etc. 
complete description: http://ct.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=19806 

Dreamweaver CS3 Pt.1 & Pt. 2 - May 12th and 15th (Bristol PL)
Macromedia Dreamweaver CS3 is a powerful web design software that allows beginners to create professional looking web sites. This two- day workshop is intended to be taken in order. The topics covered in part 2 will build on the topics covered in part 2.  
complete description: http://ct.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=19762

Screencasting 101: Creating Online Tutorials - May 13th (WLSC) 
Do you spend lots of time showing people the same computer, database or internet procedures over and over? Screencasting software will let you create video recordings of those procedures and post them on the web for others to view at any time. 
complete description: http://ct.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=19504 

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

Audio Editing and Podcasting 101 - May 14th (MLSC)
Are you interested in learning about podcasting and how you might use it in your library?  In this workshop, participants will learn to create podcasts using free open source software and inexpensive equipment.  We will also explore different formats for podcasting and
learn how to publish our masterpieces. 
complete description: http://ct.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=19503 

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 

State Public Library Construction Grant Workshop - May 20th (MLSC)
Does your library:Lack handicapped accessibility? Need a new building or an addition? Need to renovate? Fail to meet building codes?
Consider applying for a State Public Library Construction Grant.  
complete description: http://ct.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=14803

Kris Abery
Continuing Education Coordinator
Connecticut State Library
Division of Library Development
1320 Main Street
Suite #25
Willimantic, CT 06226
Tele: (860) 456 - 1717 or
(800) 253 - 7944
Fax: (860) 423 - 5874