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WebJunction Course Catalog

The New York State Library has designated WebJunction as an approved provider of professional development required to maintain active New York State public librarian certification.

The NYS Library partners with OCLC to provide free access to WebJunction’s self-paced courses for all library workers, volunteers and students in New York State.

 

Continuing Education

What You Need to Know About NYS Public Librarian Certification

Digital Equity

Digital Equity Asset Mapping (2023)
Helping Your Patrons With New York’s “Broadband Census”
Digital Equity Asset Mapping
Digital Equity Data Collection and Analysis
Digital Navigators Part 2
Digital Navigators Part 1
Digital Equity Partnerships and Coalitions
Digital Equity Barriers and Strategies
NYS Digital Equity Portal

E-rate for Libraries

E-Rate for Libraries 2024 Update
E-Rate 2023 Training
E-Rate Update for FY 2022 for NYS Libraries
Emergency Connectivity Fund for Libraries
Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) and E-rate

Regents Advisory Council on Libraries

Facebook is Trying to Place Data Trackers on Public Library Websites
RAC Vision 2022 Kickoff
RAC Convening: The Role of School Librarians in Remote and Hybrid Instruction
Reopening of Libraries Online Meeting

State Aid for Library Construction

Understanding SEQR (and SEAF): A Primer for Library Construction Projects

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Public and Association Library Construction: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Applic…
Northeast Summit on Climate Adaptation for Library Facilities (co-sponsored by …
Planning for a Library Construction Project
Understanding DASNY: A Primer for Library Construction Projects

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Understanding SHPO: A Primer for Library Construction Projects

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A Guide to Applying for State Aid for Library Construction
State Aid for Library Construction: What It Is and How To Apply

Trustees

Libraries in NY: Origin, Oversight & Organization
Open Meetings Law: Transparent and Accountable Governance
Role of a Board President
The Public Library Treasurer: Their Role and Legal Responsibilities
Board Evaluation: A Key to Your Library’s Success
Director Evaluation: A Key to Your Library’s Success
Hiring Your Library CEO: The Future of Your Library Depends On It
Strategic Planning: Creating a Path for the Future - Part 1
Strategic Planning: Creating a Path for the Future - Part 2

Youth Services

Fostering Partnerships: School and Public Libraries Unite for Summer Reading Ad…

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Summer Meals at NYS Libraries
Expand Your Summer Reading Program with the Talking Book and Braille Library
Summer Reading Buddies (2024)
Get Started with Closed Captions
4-H STEM Adventures – Summer Reading Surprises
Free Family and Community Resources for Libraries
How to Incorporate Spanish-Language Content into Your Summer Reading Program
Tasting History at Your Library
Preparing for the Shadow: What you need to know about the 2024 Eclipse
Performers and Programs Database
30 Favorite Storytime Books and How to Use Them
Sharing, Caring and Togetherness - NY’s Nature
Engaging Young Readers Who Have a Print Disability
Creating Accessible Digital Content
Summer Reading Buddies
How to Make the Most of Virtual School Visits
Less Work, More Fun: A System to Supercharge your Storytime Planning and Creati…
Oceans of Connections to Summer Reading
Performers and Programs Database
Oceans of STEAM Resources: Facilitating Creative Learning Programs with the PLI…
Information Literacy for Library Professionals from the Brooklyn Public Library
NYSM Virtual Resources for Summer Reading Programming and Oceans of Possibiliti…
Media Literacy, Tech Mentoring, and Peer Learning: Helping Families Help Themse…
Summer Reading Resources for Younger Readers with Print Disabilities
StoryWalks® for the Win-Win-Win: Programming, Partnerships, Pandemic-Friendly
OurStoryBridge: Connecting the Past and the Present
Exploring the New York State Parent Portal
The Development of Early Literacy Learners
Raising the Bar: Self-Paced Version
Raising the Bar: Integrating Early Childhood Education into Librarian Professio…
Baby and Me at the Library!
An Introduction to STEM in Preschool Library Programming: What It Is, Why Do It…
Introducing Supercharged Storytimes for All
21 Minutes for 21st Century Libraries: Early Literacy

Other Topics

DHPSNY Planning and Assessments: A Crash Course
SLS Annual Report 2022-2023
2022 Annual Report Questions
Open Meetings Law Virtual Training
School Library System Annual Report 2021-2022
REALM Project Overview: REopening Archives, Libraries, and Museums
Preparing Libraries for the 2020 Census: Digital Security, Privacy, and Access
Strong Advocacy, Stronger Fund Raising
The Connection Between Community Engagement and Marketing Your Library