Prairielands encourages staff in member libraries to investigate trends and changes in library programs and job descriptions through continuing education. Organizations listed below provide continuing education opportunities in the form of conferences, webinars and self-paced learning. While many charge for their services, some are free. This list is not and will not attempt to be exhaustive. It is also not intended to imply Prairielands scholarships will only be granted for these opportunities.
Continuing Education Listings
Minnesota Libraries – Presented by the Minnesota Multitype Library Systems
Minitex Training & Events
WebJunction
American Library Association
ALA Units
American Association of School librarians
Association of College and Research Libraries
Public Library Association
Young Adult Library Services Association
Upcoming conferences and events
Mental Health First Aid by Elizabeth Hoffman/ Plum Creek Library System
| This program was hosted by the MN Safety Council and focused on supporting co-workers through mental health emergencies […] |
Romance GenreCon by Magie Wieneke/Rock County Community Library
Romance GenreCon was an excellent opportunity for me to dig deeper into the world of romance books and how to cultivate a good community around the genre for our patrons that are interested the genre. […]
Camp Read a Lot by Cindy Miller/ Dawson Public Library
Camp Read A Lot is a fun experience. The book discussions are the best parts. We don’t all see the same things in the book. We look at it to see if it is the […]
Camp Read A Lot by Theresa Nysetvold/ Murray County Central Schools Libraries
I was so happy to have the opportunity to attend Camp Read in person this year. The space in Marshall was very comfortable and met our needs quite nicely. The keynote speaker, Dr. Harris, started […]
Customer Service Training for Frontline Staff by Jesika Mitchell/ Jackson County Library
Customer Service Training for Frontline Staff by Sara Eggestein/ Jackson County Library
Webinar: Customer Service Training for Frontline Staff.
This webinar was very informative in offering several ways to offer good, positive customer service to patrons that leaves them feeling valued and understood. One word that most or […]