The Alberta Library

A quick read about book repair in school libraries.

This is a wildly funny and appropriate video about book care featuring Mo Willems' Pigeon! Students will love it and you will be able to lead a great discussion about book care after viewing it!

Published on Jul 30, 2012

http://ala.org/alcts

An ALCTS webcast.

Do you want to understand more complex constructions of Sears Subject Headings used in bibliographic records? Do you want to understand Sears better for catalog record creation, to evaluate your vendor records, or for searching subjects in your catalog? Take a closer look at Sears Subject Headings! This session focuses on using Sears and constructing headings in your own library. Challenging subjects are covered. The use of the 20th edition and other online tools is explained. This webinar will also compare and contrast Library of Congress Subject Headings and the Sears Subject Headings.

Originally presented on December 8, 2010 by Sara Rofofsky Marcus.

Published on Feb 8, 2013

http://ala.org/alcts

An ALCTS webinar.

Resource Description and Access (RDA) is the successor to the cataloging rules, AACR2. RDA completely revamps the structure of the cataloging instructions by closely following the entity-relationship model used to construct databases. However, as complex as these changes are, they can be reduced to ten easy steps. Join in on a walkthrough of the new structure. A demonstration of how a simple book can be cataloged with RDA helps catalogers understand the new structure and makes it easier to navigate RDA and find related instructions for other resources.

Presented on November 7, 2012 by Thomas Brenndorfer

The Canadian Library Association has established these guidelines in order to describe library technician programs of high quality, the basic components of which are qualified instructors, adequate support systems within the educational institution, opportunities for supervised field placement and most important, a program of instruction which meets the needs of employers.

Revision of the CLA “Guidelines for the Education of Library Technicians” 1991.

Revised by: The Library Technician Program Chairs/Coordinators Group and LTIG Convenor.

Public libraries have traditionally offered early literacy programming to preschool children in the form of storytimes. Through the use of a wide range of high quality picture books, songs, poetry, fingerplays, puppets and crafts, public libraries have been making literacy fun! They have created inviting spaces for children to enjoy literacy rich, hands on experiences in an interactive and caring environment. Many public libraries have also provided tips for parents and caregivers on how to select and use age appropriate materials for their children.

By capturing a child’s interest and imagination early, librarians intuitively believe that they help children discover that libraries and literacy can be an enjoyable and valued part of their lives. Librarians believe that young children who become regular library users will benefit from the meaningful early literacy experiences available through storytimes. They also believe that this will allow children to develop the early literacy, communication and social skills needed to

be ready to learn by the time they enter school.

From MediaSmarts; Canada's centre for digital and media literacy.
 

From MediaSmarts: Canada's Centre for digital and media literacy.
 
 

An instructional how-to video tutorial that show parents and users how to keep their family's online experiences safe and secure.
 
http://kids.getnetwise.org/safetyguide/technology/facebook/facebook-private-audio

CyberAngels is one of the oldest websites on online safety education and endeavors to be a virtual safety destination/support network. CyberAngels combats online abuse and cyber crime, and will provide assistance regarding hacking, computer viruses, and protecting your family from online stalking, harassment and abuse.
 
This is a 16 page, complimentary guide to safe Internet use for parents and educators.