EBSCO: Product & Information Updates, Manitoba Libraries Conference 2018

Description

Databases continue to be a growing part of the library's offering. Learn how to find the best articles for your research projects and save them on your own personalized web folder for future reference. How about organizing notes on those articles on the web, too? Interested in getting the table of contents from your favourite journal emailed to you? Or, want to get new articles on specific topics emailed to you as they get published? Learn all these things (and more) to make research easier using the library's EBSCO databases. One of our primary vendors in this area is EBSCO Publishing. These databases are upgraded continuously with features such as providing audio, translator options, improved PDF viewer mechanisms and the ability to set up the databases to provide access on mobile devices. The databases also go well beyond research and include everything from book recommendations to providing information on how to do repairs on cars, small appliances and house upgrades. David Lubin presents on all of these features and provides a general overview. His goal is to ensure that libraries use these valuable products to their full potential.

Author

David Lubin, EBSCOhost

Author E-Mail

dlubin@EBSCO.COM

Conference Year

2018
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Open Data Essentials: Working with Open Data

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Vancouver Public Library

Description

Learn the basics of how to use open data in this introductory course. Discover how to acquire and work with simple open data sets, including how to download an open data set, how to use Excel to create a CSV file, and how to create different data visualizations using Datawrapper. Beginners to open data should consider the Let's Talk About Open Data class. Basic ability to use a computer, including the keyboard and mouse, is required.
 
This is part of VPL's Open Data Essentials series. The recommended order is:

  1. Open Data Essentials: Let's Talk About Open Data
  2. Open Data Essentials: Introduction to Using Open Data

 
Learn more at vpl.ca/program/digital-essentials

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Open Data Essentials: Let's Talk About Open Data

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Vancouver Public Library

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The world generates vast quantities of data and this data can shape our lives. In response, governments, organizations, and companies are allowing access to the data they are producing, collecting, and using to support knowledge sharing and innovation. Learn what open data is, what types of open datasets are available, and how open data can be used in this introductory course.
 
This is part of VPL's Open Data Essentials series. The recommended order is:

  1. Open Data Essentials: Let's Talk About Open Data
  2. Open Data Essentials: Working with Open Data

 
Learn more at vpl.ca/program/digital-essentials

 

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Social Media Essentials: Let's Talk About Participating Online

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Vancouver Public Library

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Practice safe social networking and learn how to manage your internet presence when you use social media. Discuss your digital identity, privacy, and online engagement.
 
This is part of VPL's Social Media Essentials series. The recommended order is:

  1. Social Media Essentials: Let's Talk About Social Media
  2. Social Media Essentials: Getting Started with Facebook
  3. Social Media Essentials: Get to Know Your Facebook Privacy Settings
  4. Social Media Essentials: Getting Started with LinkedIn
  5. Social Media Essentials: Let's Talk About Participating Online

 
Learn more at vpl.ca/program/digital-essentials

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Internet Essentials: Let's Talk About Online Privacy

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Vancouver Public Library

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Learn about steps you can take to stay safe and private online. Explore issues affecting everyone who uses the internet such as metadata collection, corporate surveillance, and why it's important to create a strong password. This is a discussion-based session. Hands-on practice is not included.
 
This is part of VPL's Computer Essentials series. The recommended order is:

  1. Internet Essentials: Get to Know the Internet
  2. Internet Essentials: Get the Most Out of Internet Searching
  3. Internet Essentials: Let's Talk About Online Privacy

 
Learn more at vpl.ca/program/digital-essentials

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Internet Essentials: Get the Most Out of Internet Searching

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Vancouver Public Library

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Get the most out of Google, Bing and more in this hands-on class for beginners. Learn how to search the internet effectively, how to assess your search results, and how to spot fake news. This is an introductory class. Basic ability to use a keyboard and mouse is recommended.
 
This is part of VPL's Computer Essentials series. The recommended order is:

  1. Internet Essentials: Get to Know the Internet
  2. Internet Essentials: Get the Most Out of Internet Searching
  3. Internet Essentials: Let's Talk About Online Privacy

 
Learn more at vpl.ca/program/digital-essentials

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Internet Essentials: Get to Know the Internet

Author

Vancouver Public Library

Description

Learn what the Internet is and how to navigate it. Explore websites, browsers (like Firefox and Internet Explorer) and become familiar with VPL's online resources. This is an introductory class. Basic ability to use a keyboard and mouse is recommended.

This is part of VPL's Computer Essentials series. The recommended order is:

  1. Internet Essentials: Get to Know the Internet
  2. Internet Essentials: Get the Most Out of Internet Searching
  3. Internet Essentials: Let's Talk About Online Privacy

 
Learn more at vpl.ca/program/digital-essentials

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Web Design Essentials: Creating a Website with WordPress

Author

Vancouver Public Library

Description

Learn how to create a basic website using WordPress. Topics covered include: creating an account, selecting a theme, and customization. This is a beginner course for anyone wanting to create a free website for their business or personal venture; no prior experience required. A valid email address is required to participate in this course. Basic ability to use a computer, including the keyboard and mouse, is required.
 
This is part of VPL's Web Design Essentials series. The recommended order is:

  1. Web Design Essentials: Basic Coding
  2. Web Design Essentials: The Design Process
  3. Web Design Essentials: Creating a Website with WordPress

 
Learn more at vpl.ca/program/digital-essentials

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Web Design Essentials: Basic Coding

Author

Vancouver Public Library

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Learn how to write basic HTML (Hypertext Markup Language), how to style webpages with CSS (Cascading Style Sheets), and get a brief introduction to JavaScript. This is an introductory course; prior knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript or web design is not required. Basic ability to use a computer, including the keyboard and mouse, is required.
 
This is part of VPL's Web Design Essentials series. The recommended order is:

  1. Web Design Essentials: Basic Coding
  2. Web Design Essentials: The Design Process
  3. Web Design Essentials: Creating a Website with WordPress

 
Learn more at vpl.ca/program/digital-essentials (link is external)

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Web Design Essentials: The Design Process

Author

Vancouver Public Library

Description

An introduction to the fundamentals of website design: aesthetics, accessibility, responsiveness, and usability. Gain hands-on experience creating a basic website site map and prototype.
 
This is part of VPL's Web Design Essentials series. The recommended order is:

  1. Web Design Essentials: Basic Coding
  2. Web Design Essentials: The Design Process
  3. Web Design Essentials: Creating a Website with WordPress

 
Learn more at vpl.ca/program/digital-essentials
 

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