Libraries and Museums Webinars

Learn about "Data for Good," designed to support library training and community services for data analysis, through teen and adult programming.Libraries are well-positioned to provide data analysis services to a variety of community groups, from nonprofits to government agencies, enabling them to gain insights into their operations and constituents. Recognizing the potential of data analytics, the Providence Public Library in Rhode Island (PPL) created "Data for Good," a project to train teens and adults in data analysis and provide these services to local nonprofits. PPL collaborated with library staff in Georgia and Texas to develop data analytics programming. Using the newly developed skills and the Data for Good (D4G) curriculum, participating library staff were able to bring their knowledge to local community members, organizations, and colleagues.Presenters from libraries in Georgia, Texas, and Rhode Island will share their experiences in using the D4G curriculum, their successes in working with community partners, and innovative ideas for utilizing AI in data analysis. We'll introduce you to the resources made freely available through IMLS funding (LG-250160-OLS-21) to libraries interested in learning about data analytics or implementing a data analysis training program.Presented by:Sherry Lehane, Innovations Project Manager, Providence Public Library (RI)Dianne Connery, Development Director, Pottsboro Library (TX)Kristi Henry, Senior Librarian, DeKalb County Public Library (GA)Kate Aubin, Director of Youth Services, Providence Public Library (RI)Daniel Munoz, Assistant Director and Systems Manager, Okefenokee Regional Library System (GA)

During this webinar, archivists and librarians from the University of Kentucky Libraries will share recent challenges, successes, and practical tips for stewarding born-digital collections.

Online tutorials are becoming an increasingly frequent element in libraries. One element not yet fully explored in the theory and praxis around them is the concept of inclusion. In some ways this is understandable. A quick glance at best practices in inclusive teaching highlights two assumptions: interaction and repeated contact. How, then, can online tutorials create a learning space that welcomes all students and affirms they belong as students and researchers? We will discuss content and structure choices that are possible in online tutorials to create inclusive, welcoming learning environments even without the benefits of personal interaction. Topics covered include diverse visual cues, multimodal approaches, and gender inclusive language.

3 ways to turn your book into an audiobook and get distribution from anywhere in the world. The exact microphone, equipment, and software you need to record your own audiobook. What you must know to get your audiobook approved for distribution on Audible, Amazon, and beyond. How to produce audiobooks even on a shoestring budget. Answers to your audiobook questions and a whole lot more.

Calling all librarians! Join us for an "introduction to patents" to become familiar with patent concepts and resources.

Calling all librarians! Join us for an "introduction to trademarks" to become familiar with trademark concepts and resources.

Many people embarking on family history research start with the computer. Come and learn more about some great electronic resources that you can use either at the New Jersey State Library or from home. Regina Fitzpatrick, our Genealogy Librarian, will discuss the resources listed below and do some live demos of useful features. 1. HeritageQuest is a family history research database that any New Jersey resident can access from home with their local public library card through JerseyClicks. 2. FamilySearch.org is a free website accessible from home with tons of digital collections and research information. 3. The New Jersey State Archives has a series of searchable online indexes and records databases that are freely accessible from home. 4. Ancestry Library Edition is probably the most well known electronic resource for genealogy, but many users are overwhelmed and don’t know where to start. WE WILL NOT BE DEMOING PERSONAL RESEARCH REQUESTS

Join prize-winning Australian author Thomas Keneally as the inaugural guest to launch our new webinar series - Australia's Biggest Book Club. Thomas Keneally will be in conversation with Richard Denniss, Executive Director of the Australia Institute, to discuss his recent non-fiction book 'A Bloody Good Rant'. Special offers on 'A Bloody Good Rant'. Keneally is the author of Schindler's Ark (Schindler's List), the Booker Prize-winning historical fiction novel, an Australian Living Treasure and the subject of a 55-cent stamp. Join Australia's Biggest Book Club, a new webinar and podcast series hosted by the Australia Institute. Free, but registration essential.

A literature review is an essential part of an academic article - it demonstrates understanding of the academic literature on a particular topic, and helps place your research in the current debates. In this webinar, we will discuss what you need to consider when writing a literature review and how to best approach it. Hosted by Sage's Jessica Offenberger and Sean Scarisbrick and featuring a Q&A session with prestigious guest speakers, the webinar will provide essential guidance for anyone hoping to get published in an academic journal.