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Many of our training events have been recorded. Search for past webinars and workshops below.

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  • Authorities and Authority Control

    • 2 hr 19 min 32 s Added:

    This session covers the following: • What authority control is, why it’s important, and how it works • Understanding different types of authority records and how to use them for consistency in library databases • Pros, cons, and options for automated authority control processing

    The session also addresses common challenges, including: • Distinguishing between similar personal and corporate names • Handling vernacular or non-Roman scripts • Understanding how local or temporary headings interact with established LC authorities

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  • Social Media and Your Job: Rights, Risks, and Responsibilities

    • 59 min 23 s Added:

    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.

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  • Introduction to Modern Book Mending

    • 1 hr 56 s Added:

    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. 

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  • Libraries & Immigration Enforcement

    • 59 min 53 s Added:

    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.

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  • LACONI Technology and RAILS Presents: Integrating AI into Your Library

    • 53 min 25 s Added:

    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.

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