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Technology Competencies Webinar

April 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment

Tomorrow from 2-3pm EDT I’ll be part of a webinar with WebJunction regarding technology competencies and the core competencies program that I helped create for PLCMC.

From BlogJunction:

This Wednesday, April 29, we’re hosting a free webinar about libraries that are using technology competencies to identify what training staff need and how staff can succeed at their jobs. We’ll be joined by the following speakers:

Lori Reed, Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County (NC)
Phyllis Winfield and Kim Gales, Worthington Libraries (OH)
Kris Rosenburg, St. Johns County Public Library System (FL)

The presenters will discuss how they implemented a competency-based program in their library, including steps to

  • create a training program
  • define job descriptions
  • assess staff needs

You’ll hear their suggestions for implementing such a program at your library, and also field your questions.

Librarians share their experiences to help you to avoid “reinventing the wheel” and to save you time and money. There is always a lot of work involved in launching a new program or initiative in your library, but this webinar is an example of how you can build on what others have already done and customize it for your staff.

To learn more and to register for the session, please visit the WebJunction Events Calendar: http://evanced.info/webjunction/evanced/eventsignup.asp?ID=1586

Hope to see you there, and I can’t wait to “meet” co-presenter Kris Rosenberg who works with the library system of my hometown in St. Augustine, Florida!

Filed under: Core Competencies

Wiki Who: What Web 2.0 Can Do For You (and Your Learners)

April 16, 2009 By 1 Comment

Here is a copy of the slides I used for tonight’s ASTD Charlotte presentation on libraries, Learning 2.0, and Web 2.0. I spent hours and hours searching for just the right images to get the message across with out limited bullet points.

Wiki Who?

View more presentations from Lori Reed.

Here’s a tip. Everytime you come across an image that you think you might be able to use one day for a presentation–tag it, bookmark it, or mark it as a Favorite. It’s nice to have a selection ready to choose from. The quality and range of photos on Flickr with a creative commons license is astounding.

p.s. Thank you Helene and Kevin for sharing.

Filed under: Learning 2.0, Presentations

Your Feedback is Needed

April 13, 2009 By 3 Comments

Calling all trainers, training coordinators, HR managers, directors, consultants, anyone who supports the training and learning function within libraries.

Your feedback is needed in the form of a short, anonymous survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=IiS1OlT9GH96h3YLrfCLdg_3d_3d

Please take a few minutes and complete this survey. Your feedback is key to developing a support group and networking resource for trainers and those who manage the training function.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. The deadline for completing the survey is next Friday, April 24.

Filed under: Library Stuff

When Training Counts

April 13, 2009 By 2 Comments

Weeks ago if you asked my son what he wanted to be when he grows up and he would have proudly exclaimed, “A pirate!” This week he has received a lesson in what it really means to be a pirate thanks to the news and some father/son discussions.

I watched the news tonight and felt joy that Captain Richard Phillips has been rescued, but the story took an interesting turn for me personally when anchor Brian Williams went on to say that the successful rescue mission was due to the training that the Navy SEALS received.

We all know that it is not an easy task to even become a Navy SEAL. Only one out of four recruits completes the initial training (which takes over 3 years). So what kind of ongoing training do these elite men receive that enables them to make such rescues?

According to Williams’ report tonight SEALS are typically on a cycle of 6-months deployment followed by 18-months training. Rinse. Repeat.

Ironically when you look at the Navy SEALS Web site their slogan is “Small Investment, Big Real-World Dividends.”

What kind of investment do we make with our training? And what kind of dividends do we see?

Filed under: Learning from Corporate America

Get Virtual! Designing Learning for Second Life

April 13, 2009 By 1 Comment

My friend and associate Paul Signorelli‘s ASTD Chapter is hosting an exciting event later this month on designing learning for Second Life in Second Life. Details follow.

Get Virtual! Designing Learning for Second Life
Tuesday, Apr. 21, 2009 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM (Pacific Time)

Virtual worlds are proving to be engaging, rewarding and fun ways of delivering learning, with user satisfaction levels far higher than standard e-learning offerings. For the learner, the attraction of the virtual worlds lies in the ability to participate in learning environments that emulate real world scenarios with stunning graphics and storylines. Virtual worlds also open up the possibility for learners to engage in multiple events simultaneously, thus greatly increasing an individual’s learning capacity. And, virtual meetings lower costs by reducing the need for travel or expensive long distance conference call services.

Virtual worlds/realities are becoming essential tools for all learning professionals – even for those who are not simply catering to the interests of the Millennials (Gen Y). And, you don’t need to be a programmer to make it happen. These tools have been created to enable practitioners to easily design and deliver effective learning programs, with just a bit of education and practice. Come and participate in a full-feature session that will redefine your thinking on learning.

Presenter: Mike Abrams is Vice President of Business Development at TBD Consulting, Inc. He is heavily involved in ASTD, currently as part of ASTD National’s Technology Team, and in the past as ASTD Chapter President. Mike also recently presented sessions on Second Life at the 2009 ASTD TechKnowledge® Conference.

Mike focuses on developing strategic partnerships with companies to enhance the learning function. He is an experienced Process Improvement specialist, and has expertise in all aspects of technology in training, such as LCMS, LMS, Online Collaboration, and e-learning. Mike is an experienced coach and facilitator, and is certified in Ken Blanchard’s Situational Leadership II® and Wilson Learning Sales.

Register here: http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=179630

Filed under: Learning Opportunities
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