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RPLS
Seminar 2006
Diversity, Technology &
Service
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Inside:
Registration
8:30am @RCC
Session 1
Lunch
Session 2
Session 3
Registration Form
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Keynote: "Negociación De
Cutural: the Language of Diversity". - Bill Erbes is the Assistant Director
of the Bensenville Community Public Library District
(9:00 - 10:00 @ RCC Shilling Center)
The
immigrant population of the United States is growing 6.5 times faster than
the native-born population, and in 2000, seventy percent of all legal
immigrants entering the United States intended to live in one of six states:
California, New York, Texas, New Jersey, and Illinois. Although serving the
needs of immigrants has long been considered the province of urban
libraries, universities, and community colleges, the dramatic demographic
changes of the past ten years have had a significant impact on libraries of
all types and sizes. Cultural environments in transition can be caldrons of
fear and hostility. Facts, knowledge, empathy, and understanding are
critical. Negociación De Cutural: the Language of Diversity will challenge
library workers to assume new roles and new responsibilities; it will
encourage them to learn the language of diversity.
Bill Erbes is the
Assistant Director of the Bensenville Community Public Library District,
Bensenville, Illinois. Bensenville is located adjacent to O'Hare
International Airport, and just under 40% of the village population is
Hispanic. Bill is a frequent guest on Soaring to Excellence, the nationally
broadcast teleconference series from the College of DuPage, and on April 7,
he will present the final program in this year's series, Serving Immigrant
Populations: A Library Prototype for Diversity. Bill is also on the adjunct
faculty of the Graduate School of Library and Information Science, Dominican
University, and he is a member of the National Board of Directors of The
September Project, based at the University of Washington, Seattle.
The cost to attend the
RPLS seminar whether in whole or in part is only $30 per person.
Registration closes Friday, March 17th. |
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10:00 -
10:30 - Conversation & View the Displays |
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Session 1 - 10:30 - 11:30
Open Source Software and Libraries
Open source has transformed the world of software. What can it do for the
library world? Learn what open source is all about, and how it can benefit
your library, no matter your size or budget. You can do more with your
existing resources than you may have thought possible! This session will
review the various open source software that is available, as well as
glimpse at future possibilities.
Rick Mason has worked as a Library Assistant – Circulation at the Kishwaukee
College Library in Malta, IL since 1993. He does computer consulting for a
variety of customers through R.S. Productions, and has served on the
planning committee for the Reaching Forward South Conference for Library
Support Staff, including serving as the conference webmaster, since 2003.
Email with Style and Elegance
Thea Chesley, IDPH, will
introduce participants to strategies and techniques for communication by
electronic mail -- when to use it, how to write a clear, succinct message
with appropriate style and tone, e-mail pitfalls to avoid, and when NOT to
use email. This session is for an electronic mail users who want to use it
more effectively, appropriately and efficiently.
Thea Chesley, (MSLIS
1986, UIUC GSLIS) has been the Librarian for the Illinois Department of
Public Health since July 2000. She was formerly Coordinator of Library
Services for the Illinois Department of Corrections, with libraries in 36
adult prisons and youth facilities statewide. Her experience also includes 4
years in technical services at Sangamon State University and 5 years in
public services at the University of Illinois Library of the Health Sciences
in her native Chicago. She lives in Springfield with two cats, listens to
jazz and blues, writes poetry and would really like to write and draw a
comic strip.
Ask?Away Illinois’ Virtual Reference Service
Debra Aggertt, Illinois State Library, Illinois Virtual Reference
Coordinator, will discuss the new statewide virtual reference project. 'Ask?Away'
Illinois is a Cooperative of Illinois Libraries.
"Virtual Reference" is reference services initiated electronically. Users of
the Internet or other technology communicate with librarians without being
physically present. Virtual reference emerged in response to the growth of
the WWW for users who cannot or do not turn to the library for answers.
Librarians can provide trusted and quality information.
Debra Aggertt has been
in libraries for over 20 years. She was previously the Director of the
Ashland Public Library District in the Alliance Library System. While with
the library she completed over 35 grants including a building program,
establishment of a district, expansion of territory and numerous innovative
programs. She was a part of the Cohort students combining the ALS with
Dominican University and an IMLS grant to complete her Master's Degree in
Library Science. Upon awarding of that degree in Sept. 2005, Debbie started
work for the ISL on Nov. 1. She is the Illinois Virtual Reference
Coordinator..”
No More Checklists: Evaluating Information from the Web
Susan Full, former
library director at Springfield College in Illinois, will present a
different way to teach web site evaluation. Long checklists of criteria may
dissuade students from carefully evaluating websites. Susan will present and
demonstrate a three-step method that is practical and effective.
Susan
Full is currently consulting with the Regional Church Media Library
Specialist, Illinois Baptist State Association. Susan Full was formerly the
Library Director at Springfield College in Illinois. Susan has BS in
Elementary Education, Western Illinois University, and received her MSLIS,
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She has also served on the
Athens Public Library District Board..
Rebecca Caudill 2007
Do you want to have advanced knowledge about the 2007 Rebecca Caudill books?
You can get a sneak preview of the books on the 2007 Rebecca Caudill Young
Readers Award list at this session. Hear book talks/summaries about the
books and be able to ask questions about content or grade levels. Learn how
to participate in the Rebecca Caudill program and more.
Ellen Popit is the Youth Services Consultant at Shawnee Library System,
1992-present. She is on the steering committee of the Rebecca Caudill Young
Readers' Book Award, 1995-present. She has an M.L.S. from Rutgers
University, 1975 and a B.A. from St. Mary's of Notre Dame, 1974. She was a
school Library Media Specialist, Nashville (IL) CSD #49, 1975-1979.
Getting Grants?
Karen Egan, ISL LSTA
Grants Consultant, will give you insight into the grant writing process.
Learn how to maximize your grant writing efforts. Learn what the most
surefire ways to “blow” your chance of getting a grant. Grant writing takes
time, thought, effort, and patience. Learn the basic rules of grant writing,
so that you do not waste your time and effort. Learn how to tell your
library's story in a way that makes the grant reader want to give you that
grant.
Skytellers: Astronomy & Storytelling
Many of you will
remember Nancy Atkinson’s presentation from last year’s Seminar, “Explore!
Fun With Science.” This year she presents, “Skytellers.” Long ago people
explored the wonders of the sky with the help of storytellers who enchanted
them with mysteries of the universe. Today we turn to scientists to help us
explore these same mysteries. "Skytellers" offers traditional Native
American stories along with science stories and activities that work in
harmony to excite children about astronomy and science. Skytellers was
designed by renowned storyteller Lynn Moroney and the Lunar and Planetary
Institute. Skytellers includes a DVD and activity booklet, and may be
available for free for your library. Come learn more about this program and
try some of the activities at this session.
Nancy Atkinson is a
librarian at the Rochester Public Library. She is also a NASA Solar System
Ambassador. The Ambassador program is a public outreach program that shares
the excitement and discoveries of space exploration with the general public.
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Inside:
Registration
8:30am @RCC
Session 1
Lunch
Session 2
Session 3
Registration Form
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Lunch - 11:30 - 12:30
Lunch Choices:
Included with the sandwich or salad is fruit, chips, soda or bottled water.
Turkey on Wheat Bread Sandwich
Turkey on White Bread Sandwich
Roast Beef on Wheat Bread Sandwich
Roast Beef on White Bread Sandwich
Tuna Salad on Wheat Bread Sandwich
Tuna Salad on White Bread Sandwich
Tossed Salad |
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Inside:
Registration
8:30am @RCC
Session 1
Lunch
Session 2
Session 3
Registration Form
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Session 2 - 12:30 - 1:30
Problem Patrons: How Do We Serve Them?
Attorney Phil Lenzini will discuss the issues associated with dealing
with problem patrons in the public library. Phil will talk about "Safe
Harbor", and how this resource can help you with problem patrons.
Audience questions are invited.
Phillip B. Lenzini is a Partner at Kavanagh, Scully, Sudow, White &
Frederick, P.C. and has practiced law for over 25 years. One of the State's
leading practitioners in public law, he represents as General Counsel over
125 public libraries throughout the State of Illinois and six of the ten
regional Library Systems. He is a published author on behalf of the Illinois
State Bar Association, the Illinois Library Association, and the Illinois
State Library on local government and public library topics.
Create a Website on the Cheap!
You say you don't know HTML? You don't have a server available to
host a website? Never fear! In this session you will learn how to create a
basic website and post it on the web for a lot less money and time than you
thought possible. Whether you want to make an informational page for your
library, set up a website and listserv for a book club, or even create a
personal web site to share your interests with others, this session will
help you get started!
Rick Mason has worked as a Library Assistant – Circulation at the Kishwaukee
College Library in Malta, IL since 1993. He does computer consulting for a
variety of customers through R.S. Productions, and has served on the
planning committee for the Reaching Forward South Conference for Library
Support Staff, including serving as the conference webmaster, since 2003.
Reference Live!
RPLS member
librarians; Pat Blinn, Lincoln Library Springfield, Thea Chesley, IL Dept of
Public Health, and Debbie Webb, Chatham Area Public Library, will lead this
panel discussion on Reference. They will discuss their favorite resources,
their experiences with online reference and tell some of their favorite
stories about working the reference desk.
OCLC: What Can It Do For You?
Suzanne Schriar, ISL OCLC Training & Support, will present information on
how OCLC services can help you and your patrons. You will learn about the
services available and the pricing. Feel free to bring your questions about
OCLC and its services.
Cycle of Service
Jane Lenser, Library Services Coordinator and Rita McGeary, Training
Manager, Prairie Area Library System, will present information on how to
consider the impression that your library and staff make from the customer's
point of view. We will put ourselves in the customer's shoes and look at a
typical library visit. Whether you are fairly new to the concept of customer
service or feel that you already offer superior service, you'll be sure to
come away with at least one new idea.
Rita McGeary and Jane Lenser work at the Prairie Area Library System out of
the Rockford Service Center. Rita is the Training Manager and Jane is a
Library Services Coordinator. They have a common passion for quality
customer service and have done several workshops on the topic for their
system's libraries. In addition, either together or separately, they have
presented customer service topics at "On the Front Lines: Statewide Library
Practitioners Conference", Reaching Forward South Conference, and staff
institute days for the Chicago Public Library and the Champaign Public
Library.
Digging for Digital Treasure!
Rachel Miller, RPLS Youth Services Consultant, will lead you on this
real-life treasure hunt. Pieces of real life can provide powerful learning
experiences for your students. Reading letters, listening to music, or
looking at photographs from another point in time can engage students,
inspire further questions and create opportunities for critical thinking. It
also puts the fun back in teaching while still meeting those all important
Illinois Learning Standards. These actual records and documents from the
past, or primary sources, are becoming more and more important resources for
student research and learning. This workshop will answer the question of
what is a primary source and show how even small libraries in rural areas
can access these sources. Thanks to the wonders of the internet, many of
these documents are now available to everyone in digital form. “Digging for
Digital Treasure” will give you the tools you need to get started unearthing
these sources for your students.
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1:30 - 2:00 - Conversation & View the Displays |
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Inside:
Registration
8:30am @RCC
Session 1
Lunch
Session 2
Session 3
Registration Form
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Session 3 - 2:00 - 3:00
Diversity Programming for
Children
Jody Long, Barclay Public
Library, Warrensburg, will share some of her favorite diversity programs for
children.
Jody Long, is the Youth Services
LTA at Barclay Public Library where she has been since 1993. She started
doing storytime the next year and became full time children's librarian
about 1995. Jody was a member of the first LTA class offered at RPLS,
beginning in 1998. She graduated in 2000 with an Library Technical Assistant
Certificate from College of Dupage and received the RPLS Staff Support
Person of the Year Award in 2001.
Open Meetings Act: Are We Compliant?
This presentation, by library attorney Phil Lenzini, will take a look at the
Open Meetings Act. You'll learn about the recent changes to the act and have
an opportunity to ask Phil questions about it's provisions.
Phillip B. Lenzini is a Partner at
Kavanagh, Scully, Sudow, White & Frederick, P.C. and has practiced law for
over 25 years. One of the State's leading practitioners in public law, he
represents as General Counsel over 125 public libraries throughout the State
of Illinois and six of the twelve regional Library Systems. He is a
published author on behalf of the Illinois State Bar Association, the
Illinois Library Association, and the Illinois State Library on local
government and public library topics.
Telephone Etiquette
Jane Lenser, Library Services Coordinator, and Rita McGeary, Training
Manager, Prairie Area Library System will present this workshop on Telephone
Etiquette. Even with the abundance of technology in libraries today, the
telephone is still a primary tool used in contacting patrons. A simple phone
conversation can make a lasting impression either positive or negative. This
program is a refresher on developing a friendly, businesslike, and courteous
phone manner.
Rita McGeary and Jane Lenser work at the Prairie Area
Library System out of the Rockford Service Center. Rita is the Training
Manager and Jane is a Library Services Coordinator. They have a common
passion for quality customer service and have done several workshops on the
topic for their system's libraries.
What to do about all those Dates?
Lynn Fields, Database
Consultant at the Lewis & Clark Library System, will help you make heads or
tails from all those cataloging dates.
Lynnette Fields is
currently the Database Consultant at the Lewis & Clark Library System, and
has been in that position for six years. At LCLS she manages the LCLS
Cataloging Center and the LCLS Statewide Cataloging Maintenance Center.
Lynnette provides cataloging training for all LCLS member libraries writes
procedures and policies and coordinates cleanup projects and authority
control. She chairs the monthly Catalogers meetings, problem sessions, and
monthly Cataloging workdays. Lynnette has an MLS from the University of
Missouri and teaches Cataloging and Classification for the University of
Missouri-Columbia as an adjunct faculty, and has taught in the Lewis & Clark
Community College LTA program. She teaches several classes for the IOUG and
is a trainer for The MARC of Quality and the Library of Congress SCCTP
program. Lynnette is also active in several statewide and national library
organizations. She is a member of the Illinois Statewide Cataloging
Standards Committee, and serves on the Training Subcommittee. She is Chair
of the IOUG CE Committee. She also serves on the OCLC Collections &
Technical Services Advisory Committee, ALA ALCTS Cataloging of Children's
Materials Committee, and the Library of Congress Cataloging in Publication
Advisory Group.
Once Upon a Time in a Library Far, Far Away...
Storytelling is as old as
mankind and spans the globe. It is an art that has not really changed and as
such offers librarians a great opportunity to link the library and
literature to the classroom. Learn how librarians and teachers can work
together to bring education to life and help students remember and enjoy
what they are learning.
Peggy Burton received her BA in
secondary English education from Millikin University in 1980, her library
certification from Idaho State University in 1994, and a Master of Library
and Information Science from University of Illinois with a K-12 endorsement
in 2003. She is currently the Library media specialist with the Central A&M
School District. She is in her third year of serving grades Pre-K-5 in two
grade schools, Assumption and Moweaqua. Prior to the grade schools she was
the middle school library media specialist for five years. She was the k-12
library media specialist at Bradford School District for four years and was
the K-8 library media specialist at a Catholic grade school in Kewanee,
Illinois for four years.
Join the LLSAP: Upgrade Library Service through Shared Technology
Jo McLain, RPLS LLSAP
Manager, will help you explore the possibilities of becoming a member of a
shared database that includes holdings from almost 150 libraries. Costs are
reasonable, all support and upgrades are included. Grant recipients, get
your holdings into WorldCat automatically. Speed up interlibrary loan. Come
to this session and learn about the latest technology in the LLSAP, and how
membership could be a valuable service for your library. This session is
designed for libraries that are not automated or are automated with
standalone products. Not intended for current LLSAP members.
What Can FirstSearch Interlibrary Loan Do For Your Library?
Pam Ewing, RPLS
Information Services Trainer, will show you how using FirstSearch for ILL
can make InterLibrary Loans much easier for you and your patrons. You've
learned how to use FirstSearch. Now look what OCLC's done to FirstSearch
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RPLS wishes to thank
all of those who made the RPLS Seminar possible:
- To the speakers
and presenters who donated their time and talent for the improvement of us
all.
- To the member
librarians and their staff who acted as hosts and hostesses and who by
their presence made the Seminar a reality.
- To the member
libraries who shared information about their collections.
- To the RPLS
staff members who went the extra mile to see that the Seminar went as
smoothly as possible.
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