Free Library Science MOOC opportunity

The School of Library and Information Science at San Jose State University will offer a free MOOC (massive online open course) this fall. The name of the course is  "Hyperlinked Library MOOC," with this description from the course's website: 

The term “Hyperlinked Library” describes how our connected world is transforming 21^stCentury libraries into participatory, playful, and user-centered spaces while upholding traditional values. It encompasses both physical and virtual space, as well as many types of libraries.

The Hyperlinked Library MOOC will examine various participatory theories of library service, the impact of emerging technologies on libraries, and the growing focus on a creation/curation culture. Students will explore the definition of participatory service, some key trends that impact the Hyperlinked Library model, and examine what the shift means for libraries and information work in today's digital information age.

Students will experience an interactive online learning environment via a wide range of tools and diverse materials (e.g., freely accessible readings, recorded presentations from practitioners, and online videos). Students will be encouraged to explore these resources and engage with peers and instructors, heightening their learning and taking full advantage of this professional development opportunity.

SJSU SLIS assistant professor Michael Stephens developed and created the Hyperlinked Library course over the last few years, drawing on experiences working with libraries located across North America and internationally, including Germany, Australia, Turkey, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. He will pull in global experts and resources as part of the Hyperlinked Library MOOC learning experience.

They currently have an interest list for people who may be interested in participating. You can find out more information on how to get on the list, and other course information here.

The KCLLE is looking for YOU!

Have you ever wanted to spend time in another library, just to check out how their processes differ from our processes, or how they might approach a project you are interested in pursuing? The Kansas City Local Library Exchange is an opportunity newly at your disposal, allowing you to see how other libraries in the metro area operate, and meet and network with new colleagues in the process. 

Once on the KCLLE website, you can browse through a list of participating libraries, seeing which library is best suited to your interests. (Right now the list of participating libraries is small, but we expect to see that number grow in the coming weeks and months.) You then fill out the application form, and wait to hear back from your library of interest. The two of you then decide on the best date for the visit and what you hope to gain from the visit. Once it is completed, you will submit a report on your visit to the site, so others can share in what you’ve learned and perhaps be inspired to make their own visit. 

If you have any questions about the process or what to expect, please contact either Lynn, Rachel G., Ron, Brad, Christina, or me, and one of us will be thrilled to get you started!

In The Mix

In the Mix 

 Saturday, April 20, 1-4 p.m.
University of Kansas, Edwards Campus

Regnier Hall Lobby
127th St. & Quivira
Free event

A National Library Week celebration for any Librarian or Library Staff member in any type of library. Library associations, library schools, and other library related organizations will participate to showcase the benefits of their programs, services, and how they are adding value to their communities.

A great networking opportunity for any librarian, Library Staff member, or other information professionals, students, researchers and interested members of the community. Participants include HSLNKC (Health Sciences Library Network of Kansas City); KLA (Kansas Library Association); MLA (Missouri Library Association); ESU SLIM; MU SISLT; and SLA KWM. Other interested organizations are welcome.

Please invite members in your associations and libraries. The public is also invited.
Free parking (enter on 127th St)
Refreshments will be served.

http://kwm.sla.org/2013/04/in-the-mix/


Posted by Mariah

Upcoming NN/LM webinars

Thanks for passing this on, Rachel V!

1. EDUCATION: Highlights of EScience Conference and Disaster Communication Summit - April 10, 1:00 MT/2:00CT

"Catch the Highlights" - Professional Development Award winners will be "sharing back" information on conferences attended:

• Ben Harnke and Alissa Fial  - EScience Conference
• Sheryl Williams - Disaster Communication Summit

URL: webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr2/ Equipment: connection to the Internet and a phone,  Login: as a guest with your first and last name. Instructions to connect to the audio will show up once you've logged in. Captioning will be provided.  Questions tommagee@unmc.edu. (mm)

EDUCATION: Breezing Along with the RML Wednesday, April 17, 2013, 10:00 MT/11:00 CT Systematic reviews and practice guidelines: you have researched them, you have read them - now hear from librarians who write them. Join Shandra Protzko and Peggy Cruse from National Jewish Health, Tucker Memorial Library for a lively discussion about their work in the systematic review and practice guideline process.  When you learn how much time and energy is involved - in addition to the over 400 expert searches they logged in 2011 - you will be amazed! Come with questions and your own experiences.  Led by Dana Abbey Winning the Story Wars! - Barb Jones and the Advocacy Bookclub URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr2/ Equipment: connection to the Internet and a phone,  Login: as a guest with your first and last name. Instructions to connect to the audio will show up once you've logged in. Captioning will be provided.  Questions tommagee@unmc.edu. (mm)

EDUCATION: EHR's, Meaningful Use, and MedlinePlus Connect - Spotlight! on NLM Resources  Wed. April 24, 2013 -1:00MT/2:00 CT Taking the one-hour class and completing the exercises and class evaluation makes you eligible to receive 1 Medical Library Association Continuing Education credit. This online training is FREE. What's the difference between an EHR, EMR, and PHR?  How does MedlinePlus Connect support meaningful use?  What does it all mean to health sciences librarians?  If you need answers to these questions, then plan to attend our Spotlight Session on "EHRs, Meaningful Use, and MedlinePlus Connect," presented by Rachel Vukas URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr2/ Equipment: connection to the Internet and a phone,  Login: as a guest with your first and last name. Instructions to connect to the audio will show up once you've logged in. Captioning will be provided.  Questions tommagee@unmc.edu. (mm)

Webinar: Ambulance Riding Librarian   The April Disaster Information Specialist webinar will be held Thursday, April 11, 2013. The meeting is open to anyone wishing to attend. The topic is "TheAmbulance-Riding Librarian: How Embedded Informationists Help the Responder Community," featuring Kacy Allgood. She was a very popular presenter at the recent Disaster Communication Summit!  In 2012, Kacy Allgood was awarded the Sewell Fellowship for embedded librarians. She currently provides information services to Indianapolis EMS (the largest 911 ambulance service in Indianapolis), the Indiana University Department of Emergency Medicine, MESH (a disaster preparedness coalition), and Indiana Emergency Medical Services for Children. All of these agencies collaborate to provide evidence based pre-hospital care for Indianapolis. Join in her adventures as an ambulance riding librarian and learn how information specialists can contribute to EMS! To join the meeting at 11:30 am MT, 12:30 pm CT, Thursday, April 11, visit https://webmeeting.nih.gov/disinfo. Enter your name in the guest box and click "Enter Room." A pop-up box should appear asking for your phone number. Enter your phone number and the system will call you. If you cannot use this call-back feature, the dial-in information is: Dial-In:  1-888-757-2790 Pass-Code: 745907 /ch