[Michlib-l] Upcoming Infopeople Courses - Foundations of Library Services, Leadership in Small and Rural, and more!

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Don't Miss These Upcoming Infopeople Learning Opportunities

[Foundations of Library Services - an Infopeople course. September 26 to November 6, 2023. LSSC-approved. Instructor: Stephanie Chase. Fee: $200. A set of Lego building blocks with a library building on top.]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/te/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjo5OTk2MDE4OTgzOTQ3NjM4MixcInJcIjo5OTk2MDE5MjM3ODA3ODI0Mn0iLCJzIjoiMmYwMDBjYTY2ZWY1NTQ2YSJ9>
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In this course, participants will learn:

  *   mission and roles of libraries
  *   ethics and values of the profession
  *   core role of library policies
  *   basic principles of library services
  *   roles of library staff
  *   basics of how libraries are governed
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[Collection Development Using an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Lens, an Infopeople course. October 3 to October 23, 2023. Instructor: Mahasin J. Abuwi Aleem. Fee: $175. The bottom of the image features illustrations of a diverse group of people.]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/te/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjo5OTk2MDE4OTg1MzEwNzg3MyxcInJcIjo5OTk2MDE5MjM3ODA3ODI0Mn0iLCJzIjoiMjg5OGE3NmU0YWY1ZTk4MSJ9>
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In this course, participants will be able to:

  *   Explain foundational equity, diversity, and inclusion concepts and why they are important for collection development in libraries
  *   Understand the role of an inclusive collection development policy
  *   Identify sources for inclusive material selection and review
  *   Identify techniques and resources to conduct a diversity audit
  *   Address book challenges/requests for reconsideration and First Amendment Audits
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[Technology in Libraries - an Infopeople Course. October 3 to November 13, 2023. LSSC-approved. Instructor: Diana Silveira. Fee: $200. Woman with a prosthetic leg working at a standing desk on a laptop.]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/te/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjo5OTk2MDE4OTg2NTY5MDc4OCxcInJcIjo5OTk2MDE5MjM3ODA3ODI0Mn0iLCJzIjoiNTM0Njc4Y2M3NGQ3MDdlZiJ9>
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In this course, learners will:

  *   Know the general trends and developments in technology applications for library functions and services.
  *   Know basic principles and best practices to ensure the integrity of data and the confidentiality of user activities.
  *   Be able to assist and train users to operate public equipment, connect to the internet, use library software applications, and access library services from remote locations.
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[Library Supervision and Management- an Infopeople course. October 10 to November 20, 2023. LSSC-approved. Instructor: Heidi Dolamore. Fee: $200. A woman, holding a clipboard, is rating and reviewing an employee.]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/te/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjo5OTk2MDE4OTg3OTMyMjI4MSxcInJcIjo5OTk2MDE5MjM3ODA3ODI0Mn0iLCJzIjoiNmVhZDQxZjRhYjBiNjBlNCJ9>
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In this course, participants will :

  *   Advance their knowledge of key management principles
  *   Develop practical skills they need to deal with day to day responsibilities
  *   Understand the organizational and community dynamics that impact their decisions as a leader
  *   Build confidence in their effectiveness as a supervisor
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[Leadership in Small and Rural Libraries - an Infopeople course. October 17 to November 27, 2023. Instructor: Kieran Hixon. Fee: $200. A woman behind a desk speaking with an employee.]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/te/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjo5OTk2MDE4OTg5Mjk1Mzc3MixcInJcIjo5OTk2MDE5MjM3ODA3ODI0Mn0iLCJzIjoiNzkwZmQyODU3ODQ4M2NjZSJ9>
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In this course, participants will:

  *   Identify and practice individual, authentic leadership styles
  *   Cultivate professional peer network as a solo librarian from a rural community
  *   Build practical skills in leading and developing others
  *   Develop skills and confidence to lead a strong library for effective capacity and culture
  *   Recognize the importance of participation in broader community initiatives
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[Basic Spanish for Library Staff - an Infopeople course. Instructors: Nicanor Diaz and Sylmarí Burgos-Ramírez. October 31 to November 27, 2023. Fee: $200. A woman sitting on a stack of books working on a laptop with two chat boxes. One box says]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/te/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjo5OTk2MDE4OTkwNTUzNjY4NyxcInJcIjo5OTk2MDE5MjM3ODA3ODI0Mn0iLCJzIjoiZjMwY2JlNzJlMmM1ZGI3ZSJ9>
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In this course, learners will:

  *   Interact with Spanish speaking library users with limited basic Spanish
  *   Learn the most commonly used library terms in Spanish
  *   Identify the basic information needs of Spanish-speakers in the community
  *   Have access to practice phrases and scenarios to help continue learning beyond the course
  *   Understand the diversity among Spanish-speakers, including cultural differences and dialects within the Spanish language
Identify best practices for serving Spanish-speaking patrons at your library
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[Communication is more than words - an infopeople course. November 7 to December 4, 2023. LSSC approved. Instructor: Sharon Morris. Fee: $200. A man and a woman holding office supplies interact with speech bubbles.]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/te/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjo5OTk2MDE4OTkyMjMxMzkwNixcInJcIjo5OTk2MDE5MjM3ODA3ODI0Mn0iLCJzIjoiMWY3ZjYzYTkzMjg5ZTZmMCJ9>
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In this course, participants will learn:

  *   Various forms of communication
  *   Identification of communication preferences to improve your chances of being heard
  *   Non-verbal cues to create rapport
  *   Techniques to use when listening becomes a challenge
  *   Strategies to stay present and listen actively
  *   Tools to engage in constructive conflict
  *   Ideas to communicate effectively to higher ups
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