The following Connecticut State Library CE workshops have been scheduled for June 2012. To register access the Connecticut Library Continuing Education Calendar of Events @ http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp
 
 
 
 
 
Please excuse the cross posting: 
 
There are still seats available in the following June State Library CE workshops. To register visit: http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp 
Please note: workshops will be canceled if we do not receive a minimum of 8 registrations. 
 
 
Tech Tools Update – June 19th (WLSC)
Need a chance to catch up with the ever-changing stream of new (and not so news) tech tools? There's always something new that sounds interesting, fun and maybe even useful! But sometimes it's hard to find time to test them out and figure out what to do with them. 
During this workshop we'll look at social media services that can help you connect with your community, as well as productivity tools that can help you during your workday. You'll have a chance to explore lots of tools (new and old!) and share ideas with your colleagues. You'll come away with some new tips and tricks in your tool-kit and and decide which tools are right for you, your library, your community. Topics covered will include: Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and other electronic elements (QR codes, cloud computing, etc.) No question is too silly, bring them all!!
 
Connecting with & Serving your Digital Community - June 21st (Bristol PL)
Your library has a web site and most likely a Facebook page and maybe you're using Twitter to connect with your community as well. But what else could you be doing with these tools, and others, to better connect with and meet the needs of your online community? Are there new tools that you might want to test out? Are you tracking the use of the services you're already using? Are there other ways to make your library's services and resources more visible beyond the library website by collaborating with community partners? What tools can you use to easily share information with your community? During this workshop we'll look at all these topics and more. Come prepared to share your own experiences, ask questions, explore and have fun!
 
 
 
Online Learning Opportunities
 
JUNE OCLC/WEBJUNCTION WEBINARS
OCLC: "That's Not What I Said!": Foundations of Interpersonal Communication - June 19th (Online)
Our personalities affect how we view and relate to the world. Each of us have different learning and communication styles, fears, insecurities and defense mechanisms. This presentation will provide you with the tools to recognize your own and others' differences and become more aware of how they affect your relationships with customers and co-workers.  For additional details and registration information visit: http://bit.ly/JeOSWS
 
 
WEBJUNCTION CONNECTICUT
 
If you are unable to attend a workshop visit  WebJunction Connecticut @ http://www.webjunction.org/partners/connecticut.html
 
To Preview the Course Catalog:  https://oclc.plateau.com/plateau/user/site/browseCatalog.do  OR  Request Course Access visit: https://www.webjunction.org/find-training/request-access/
 
Free online courses for Connecticut library staff through the WebJunction Connecticut website. The course list includes, but is not limited to:
 
Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Word, etc.)
Adobe Applications (InDesign, Acrobat, Captivate, etc.)
Basic Presentation Skills: Delivering a Presentation
Customer Service Fundamentals: Building Rapport
Dealing with Angry Patrons
Planning Storytimes for Children
Readers Advisory Services
Introduction to Cataloging for Non-Catalogers
Basic Web Reference
Keeping It Simple: Developing a Marketing Plan for Your Library
Web 2.0 Fundamentals
Planning Story Times for Children
Weeding: It's Not an Option
 
 
 

Kris Abery

Continuing Education Coordinator

Connecticut State Library

231 Capitol Avenue

Hartford, CT 06106

Tele: 860.704.2206
Fax: 704.2228

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