Description: Learn how to train patrons and staff on computer based resources and technologies, including the Internet and Web 2.0 (wikis, blogging, podcasts, video, downloadable audio). Learn the essential qualities of a trainer and effective use of one-on-one, teachable moments, and hands-on training. Learn how to use and benefit from these Best Practices: Library 2.0 training for staff from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Public Library; Patron training program from Reading Public Library. Increase the sustainability of your library by increasing your skills in providing training for staff and patrons!
Presenter: Brenda Hough, Technical Consultant, Northeast Kansas Library System, headquartered in Lawrence, Kansas. Brenda also facilitates an online series with WebJunction called "InFocus," which features monthly one-hour presentations on topics of interest to people working in rural libraries. Her previous professional experience includes working as a trainer and staff development coordinator in the US Library Program of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and as a reference librarian for Lake Agassiz Regional Library in Detroit Lakes, MN. Brenda is currently in the doctoral program at Emporia State University's School of Library Information Management, and her dissertation topic is Wikipedia usage. In her spare time she enjoys biking, reading, kayaking, and travel.
Audience: Open to the Minnesota library community.
Sponsored by the Minnesota Certification Program (for library employees).
The workshop meets several of the competencies of the MN Certification Program. For details, see http://www.arrowhead.lib.mn.us/certification/cal.htm#ts.
Dates, Cities, and Times:
T 10/9 Wyoming, MN 9-12:30
W 10/10 Mountain Iron 9-12:30
Th 10/11 Detroit Lakes 12:30-4
F 10/12 St. Cloud 9-12:30
M 10/15 Redwood Falls 9-12:30
T 10/16 Mankato 9-12:30
W 10/17 Rochester 9-12:30
Location Details: For the specific location of each workshop, click the link to the online registration form at the end of this description.
Cost: Free-of Charge. Funding is provided under the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), administered by State Library Services. LSTA is a program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, a federal agency that fosters innovation, leadership and a lifetime of learning.
Substitute Reimbursement: LSTA funds may be available to reimburse substitutes for participants in the Certfication Program. Contact Rebecca Patton for details.
Additional Training Option: Make it a full day of training by also attending the afternoon session on Basic Book Repair. (Not available in Detroit Lakes. Available in the morning in Fergus Falls.)
Registration:
Contact: Rebecca Patton rpatton@arrowhead.lib.mn.us
1 comment:
I love it when it comes to train the trainer sessions for computer trainers. It is not enough to just provide technical knowledge in such sessions. The more important component in such train the trainer sessions is to provide tips and advice based on experience about teaching methods.
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