Continuing Education Archives

This session introduces what authority control is, why it matters, how it works, and how to use different types of authority records for consistent library data, including the pros and cons of automated processing. It also covers common challenges—such as similar names, non-Roman scripts, and local headings—and explores automated authority checking with MARCEdit and AI-assisted tools.

Presentation resources located here.

Richard Bruen, Senior Counsel at Ancel Glink, will break down what library staff should know about posting political or sensitive content on social media. He’ll talk about how your posts might connect to your job, what your rights are, and what your employer can and can’t do in response. He’ll also share what library leaders should consider when it comes to supporting staff, protecting the library’s reputation, and handling community concerns.

Learn how to determine what books are possible to repair and discover new ways to mend books that can save your library time and money. 

Ancel Glink Associate Katie Nagy explains libraries' rights, obligations, and best practices when enforcement officers are on-site, including handling warrants, I-9s, and records confidentiality. Additionally, Vernon Area Public Library District’s Director Anne Rasmussen and Head of Human Resources Mikki Johnson will share how they developed safety protocols and guidelines to protect staff while fostering a supportive, unified workplace culture.

Presented by Bree Kirsch, Director of the Schewe Library, Illinois College

How is generative AI changing library services, and how can librarians keep up? This session explores the impact of AI on libraries and offers practical guidance on detecting and evaluating AI-generated content. Based on Dr. Kara Kennedy’s AI Literacy Framework, participants will learn key concepts in AI literacy and gain tools to recognize AI-generated images, video, and audio.