[Michlib-l] WebJunction content and upcoming webinars

[Lancaster, Cathy (MDE)]

WebJunction content and upcoming webinars

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Back to basics: Sharpening foundational skills with LiFT<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/back-to-basics-lift.html>
The WebJunction team has been busy cooking up something new and wanted to give you a sneak peek. The new program, LiFT (Library Foundational Training), is a refreshed series of online courses designed to empower library staff with the essential skills they need to succeed. We’re working in partnership with the Idaho Commission for Libraries and are guided by feedback from project advisors and survey data. Learn more about this initiative and the focus areas of this new training.

How public libraries are teaching AI and digital literacy skills<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/ai-programming-for-patrons.html>
Public libraries have played an important role in fostering and promoting digital literacy skills within their communities. The rapid developments of AI present the latest opportunity for public libraries to engage with and educate patrons on technology. This includes helping people to understand what AI is, when it can be useful, and what cautions to consider. Introducing and exploring AI is a chance for the library to champion digital and information literacy and demonstrate leadership. This article outlines some ideas and examples for AI programming in public libraries, along with resources to help your library develop local events.

WebJunction wants to hear from you! <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XN2X8NQ>
Please take a few minutes to share your opinions on WebJunction and areas for improvement in our Experience Survey<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XN2X8NQ>. This survey was designed with busy schedules in mind and should take approximately 10 minutes to complete. Your feedback helps prioritize services and resources to meet current and future needs.


WebJunction Webinars
This upcoming webinar is open for registration. If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the Course Catalog<https://learn.webjunction.org/>.

Elevating core skills with new Library Foundation Training (LiFT) courses
July 30, 2025 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes
Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/elevating-core-skills-with-lift.html

The Library Foundational Training (LiFT) courses build on the popular ABLE (Alternative Basic Library Education) curriculum while introducing fresh content and innovative learning approaches. This webinar offers an overview of the Collection Management series, the first series of the LiFT courses. Understand the findings from WebJunction's surveys of the field regarding core library skill needs; become familiar with topics in the LiFT Collection Management courses and how they address core foundational skills; and learn how to create a staff development plan using the LiFT courses. Join this webinar to find out how the Collection Management LiFT courses can be used to empower staff and enhance library services. 


Cathy Lancaster
Youth Services Coordinator
Library of Michigan
702 W. Kalamazoo St.
Lansing, MI 48915
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