See below for a list of upcoming workshops that are free and available to all library workers in Pennsylvania. All workshops listed below are eligible to receive continuing education (CE) credit and certificates will be awarded for attendance.
Official RDA Overview
presented by PCI and Bobby Bothman
Wednesday, January 17, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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A Model for Spanish Language Services
presented by PCI, Deborah Bernal, and Clarisa Bernabe
Wednesday, January 24, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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Misinformation in the College Classroom: How are Faculty and Librarians Teaching New Literacy Skills?
presented by Niche Academy
Wednesday, January 24, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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Building Authentic Relationships with Underserved Communities
presented by WebJunction
Tuesday, January 30, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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How to Get Out of a Rut at Work
presented by PCI and Mitchell Friedman, EdD, APR
Wednesday, January 31, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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La Hora Virtual: How to Develop a Virtual Program to Promote Spanish Resources (90 minute program)
presented by PCI and Ana Villapando
Wednesday, February 7, 2:00 – 3:30 PM
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What’s New in Readers Advisory
presented by PCI and Becky Spratford
Wednesday, February 14, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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Cultivating and Sustaining the Relationship-Driven Library
presented by Niche Academy
Wednesday, February 14, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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Level Up Your Library with AI: Practical Uses for Library Staff and Patrons
presented by PCI and Kira Smith
Wednesday, February 21, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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Switching it Up! Creating a Video Game Collection for Your Library
presented by WebJunction
Thursday, February 22, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
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Co-Creating Library Services for Transformative Impact
presented by WebJunction
Tuesday, February 27, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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Best Picture Books Published in 2023 for Ages 1-6
presented by PCI and Katie Clausen
Wednesday February 28, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
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Providing Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons in Your Library
presented by PCI and Kathy MacMillan
Wednesday, March 6, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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An Introduction to Passive Readers’ Advisory
presented by PCI and Lila Denning
Wednesday, March 13, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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Circulation Desk Spanish
presented by PCI and Ana-Elba Pavon
Wednesday, March 20, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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Happiness at Work
presented by PCI and Laura Greco
Wednesday, March 27, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
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If you have any suggestions for professional development programming, please share it on the Professional Development Recommendations form or email Professional Development Advisor Julie Moore at julmoore@pa.gov.
These programs are made possible by Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Office of Commonwealth Libraries. The views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed do not necessarily represent those of the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services or the Department of Education.