Education & Events

May 17, 2023

Missed the Amigos Member Conference 2023: Libraries Plan to Succeed? Register now for the recordings!

If you missed the May 10, 2023 Amigos Member Conference 2023: Libraries Plan to Succeed live, there's still a chance to catch up on the sessions by registering for the recordings. The Skilltype sponsored online conference revolved around Amigos member libraries' latest innovations and planning strategies.

Education & Events

May 17, 2023

Call for proposals now open for "Libraries Address Inequities"

Addressing inequities requires assessment of library resources, examination of existing programs and services, and direct engagement with the communities experiencing inequity or injustice. How are libraries stepping up to address inequities across their communities?

Education & Events

May 04, 2023

Amigos Member Conference 2023 registration closing May 5. Secure your seat and complementary cup of coffee today!

Hear about great plans and successes! Taking place online, the Skilltype sponsored Amigos Member Conference 2023: Libraries Plan to Succeed will revolve around Amigos member libraries' latest innovations and planning strategies.

Education & Events

April 20, 2023

Karim Boughida to Keynote Amigos Member Conference 2023: Libraries Plan to Succeed

"Post-AI/ChatGPT: The Rise of the Machines in Libraries!" will be the keynote session presented by Karim Boughida, Dean of Stony Brook University Libraries at the Amigos Member Conference 2023: Libraries Plan to Succeed. Taking place online, the Skilltype sponsored conference will revolve around Amigos member libraries' latest innovations and planning strategies.

Education & Events

April 06, 2023

Registration open for Amigos Member Conference 2023: Libraries Plan to Succeed!

Share your plans and share your successes! Taking place online, the Amigos Member Conference 2023: Libraries Plan to Succeed, will revolve around Amigos member libraries' latest innovations and planning strategies.

Education & Events

March 23, 2023

Figure out what goes where in Dewey Decimal Classification: The Basics

Does a book on houseplants go into gardening (635.9), botany (581.6), or interior decorating (747)? Librarians responsible for cataloging and classifying often encounter and similar dilemmas when processing new materials.

Education & Events

March 23, 2023

Create better Online Tutorials in this brand new course

Videos and online tutorials are where many people turn to quickly learn and develop new skills. As libraries develop their own online tutorials and videos, they can become important information literacy tools.

Education & Events

March 23, 2023

Lean to use Debriefs and Retrospectives to their fullest power

All ongoing library projects and programs deserve evaluation. When a project concludes or a large event wraps up, it is important to pause, gather feedback, and define the next steps.

Education & Events

March 09, 2023

Toward Trans-Inclusive Librarianship

All libraries can provide a trans-inclusive respite for transgender community members and their own staff. Move toward a trans-inclusive environment for patrons and staff by learning to create and maintain safe and welcoming spaces, collections, and programs.

Education & Events

March 09, 2023

Introduction to Health Literacy for Libraries

Health literacy is obtaining, processing, and understanding basic health information and services. The National Assessment of Adult Literacy indicates that only 12% of Americans have the necessary health literacy skills to meet their needs, including locating health services, understanding drug labels, and following treatment instructions.

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