If you are a youth staffer who would like to learn from some of the best, most creative thinkers in youth youth services, UW-Madison iSchool has your back. We are grateful for their long-time support of excellent learning opportunities for staff who work with youth!
Check out their current line-up and take these courses. You won't regret it.
Roll With It… Gaming In Libraries Jul 31-Aug 27 (4 weeks) online and asynchronous $150 Dusty Karls, instructor, La Crosse Public Library
Games are a great way to engage with
library users of all ages at your library. In this class, we’ll discuss
collection development and policy creation for video games, board games, and
tabletop role-playing games. We’ll also strategize the development of gaming
clubs, from casual board game meet-ups, running a Dungeons and Dragons
campaign, to after school video game clubs and more!
You will learn…
- Design and implement a collection development strategy for games of all types and formats, for all ages
- Strategize policies surrounding game circulation
- Build and grow programs using the games in your collection
Youth Services 101 Sep 25--Nov 19 (8 weeks) online and asynchronous $350 (10% discount when registering at least 2 weeks before) Brooke Newberry, instructor, La Crosse Public Library
Looking to ground yourself in the basics of youth services for public libraries? Whether you are new to the field, need a refresher, or just need a breath of fresh air, this course will look at the past, present and, future of great service for children and teens. Topics include
- Child development
- Collection building
- Programming, planning
- Advocacy
- Outreach
- Partnerships
- Kid-friendly environments
- Trends in service
- Success with difficult patrons
Programming with Purpose Oct 9-Nov 5 (5 weeks) online and asynchronous $150 (10% discount when registering at least 2 weeks before) Kelsey Johnson-Kaiser, instructor, St. Paul (MN) Public Library
We all want our libraries to have strong programming. How
do you know if your library is producing meaningful programs that align with
vision, support the mission, and recognize staff capacity versus simply falling
into the “more is more” trap? Regardless of your library’s size, there are ways
you can bring intentional thinking into programming so you’re supporting the
community while working smarter.
This course will explore broad perspectives on identifying
programming values and goals as well as in-depth strategies for planning
thoughtful, intentional programs for any age. Participants will actively focus
on defining programming priorities that are informed by both current practices
and goals; using a methodical practice to identify pain points and realistic
solutions; implementing a project charter tool; and effective communication to
aid in change management.
What's New in Children's Books? Oct 23-Nov 19 (4 weeks) online and asynchronous $150 (10% discount when registering at least 2 weeks before) Katelyn Martens-Rodriguez, instructor, Washington Co (MN) Library
Are you looking for ways to keep your children’s collection inclusive and relevant? Designed for librarians and library workers in service to children, this course will provide a survey of new books for readers from birth through 12 years of age. Participants will learn about current evaluation and selection techniques and resources for finding a wide variety of books for young readers. Books examined include outstanding new board books, picture books, graphic novels, poetry, chapter books, and informational texts. While we will focus on books published from 2020 through today, some award-winning texts from prior to 2020 will also be included. Topics include:
- Creating and maintaining inclusive collections
- Current trends in children’s literature
- Titles, series, and formats popular with young readers
- Titles connected to current world issues
- Resources for locating materials and staying relevant
Readings - There are multiple books to read for this course. The
Fall 2023 reading list will be available in early August.
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