Welcome to Learning Connections, your source for information on SLA learning and career enhancement experiences.
| FAST READS |
Feed the Need for Information
RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is a great way to stay informed. This article from David Mort describes how different publishers are using RSS feeds to push new content to readers. And, after Darlene Fichter's Click U Live! seminar on 17 May, you'll know how to share that content with your clients through your Web site. Read more in the journal Research Information.
Shall We Play a Game?
Some employers are using games to give their employees a "training experience." Why? This type of training can save money and truly engage the learners...everyone wants their initials on the high score list! Read "All Play and More Work" from the magazine Computing.
| CLICK UNIVERSITY |
What's happening at Click University? This online learning system is an exclusive member benefit of SLA. Please log in when prompted. Click University is the foundation for all of SLA's educational and professional development programs.
Lesley Ellen Harris' 2006 Schedule of Courses
Canadian and international copyright lawyer Lesley Ellen Harris is teaching courses online to SLA members through Click University. Lesley is the author of several books, including Canadian Copyright Law (McGraw-Hill Ryerson.) The courses begin 1 May and you can register anytime during the first week. Her topics include:
Digital Licensing Online
1 May - 30 June 2006 [9 Week Course]
Digital Content Management
1 May- 23 June 2006 [8 Week Course]
Primer on International Copyright Law
1 May – 19 May 2006 [3 Week Course]
Managing Copyright Online
1 May – 23 June 2006 [8 Week Course]
Click U Live! is an exclusive member benefit. Click University offers access to these and other great learning experiences.
17 May 2006
Topic: Always Fresh - Fast Content for Your Web Site and Users
Presenter: Darlene Fichter, Data Library Coordinator, University of Saskatchewan Library
24 May 2006
Topic: Taxonomy KM -- Where to Go Once the KM Program Is Already in Place
Presenter: Seth Earley, President, Earley & Associates, Inc.
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Live Site* Member $99 |
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| CLICK UNIVERSITY @ SLA 2006 |
SLA's Professional Development Team invites you to take part in rich, meaningful and high-impact learning experiences at SLA 2006 in Baltimore, MD. By attending one of the SLA Workshops (half day) or Learning Forums (full day) courses, you will learn to make an impact in your organization. Early Bird registration ends on 1 May. Here are some of the CE courses being offered at conference. Browse the Online Personal Planner for additional learning opportunities.
| Course | Ticket |
| Effective Goal Setting for Maximum Achievement With Minimum Wear and Tear | # 330 |
| Effective Coaching Skills to Supercharge Supervision and Management | # 160 |
| Professional Ethics: A Preventive Maintenance Approach | # 430 |
| Stress Management and Life Balance: The Basics and Beyond | # 225 |
| Text Mining as a Research Tool | # 450 |
| Creative New Dataset Reference Queries Deliver New Answers: The Socratic Method on Steroids | # 155 |
| Digitization Essentials Workshop, Part I | # 145 |
| Digitization Essentials Workshop, Part II | # 385 |
| Branding 101: What it Takes to Build a Library | # 170 |
| Planning Promotions and Launch Campaigns | # 315 |
| Terrorism Informatics: Developing the Skills Needed to Support Homeland Security | # 110 |
| The Basics of Web Page Design for Your Library | # 320 |
| Web Technologies Primer | # 200 |
| Toxicology and Environmental Health Information: Resources from the National Library of Medicine | # 195 |
| Beyond Google: Searching Faster and Smarter on the Web | # 345 |
| Data Detective: Health Statistics that Can’t Be Googled | # 340 |
| The Vital Role of Information Professionals in Business Innovation | # 150 |
| Understanding and Using Standards and Best Practices for Taxonomies and Other Controlled Vocabularies | # 260 |
| Web 2.0 | # 470 |
| Achieving Operational Excellence: Best Practices for Information Services | # 270 |
| Digging Deeper: How Public Records Enhance Traditional News & Business Content | # 475 |
| CAREER CENTER @ SLA 2006 |
Attending SLA's 2006 Annual Conference in Baltimore, MD? Check out Career Connections for employers who will be interviewing at SLA 2006.
Marshall Brown, Marshall Brown & Associates
He’s back…Marshall Brown, Certified Career and Executive Coach. He will be presenting two free seminars at conference in our Career Connection area. The topics are:
- Writing an Effective Resume
Monday, 12 June @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am - Take Charge of Your Career
Tuesday, 13 June @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Please browse the Online Personal Planner for location information.
Marshall will offer One-on-One Sessions in our Career Connection area. Schedule a session today by emailing Shelva Suggs at ssuggs@sla.org to reserve your 30 minute session with professional coach Marshall Brown, and help yourself get on the path towards your career goals! Space for all the above sessions is limited.
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